Immediately following a car accident, the first concern is the safety of everyone involved. After the dust settles, however, you may have questions concerning how you should get your car fixed and how to deal with the insurance companies. If you are not at fault in the accident, it is important to understand your options and protect your rights. One of the first things the insurance company will want you to do is speak with a third-party insurance adjuster. This is an independent entity that will assess the damage to your vehicle and determines fault. The third-party adjuster will likely ask you to submit a recorded statement about the accident. It is a good idea to consult with an attorney before submitting a statement to the adjuster. The adjuster’s job is to save the insurance company money, and the term ‘third-party’ can be misleading. You have the right to have…
Read More »
Orlando Personal Injury Law BLOG
What to Do With Your Vehicle after a Car Accident
January 27th, 2012Do I Have a Case Against Walt Disney World?
January 25th, 2012Q: My 15-month-old daughter and husband became violently ill after sharing a children’s meal at a restaurant on Walt Disney World’s property in Orlando. My daughter was hospitalized for nausea, vomiting and dehydration. The doctor suspected food poisoning. It took my daughter a month to fully purge her infant system of the toxins and to return to her normal activity and developmental levels. I would like to know if I have a case against Disney. Are they liable for anything—medical bills, car rental, hotel bills or lost wages for me and my husband? Also, would she be eligible for any type of settlement, and if so, historically what might a fair settlement consist of? We live in New York, should we be looking for an attorney in New York or Orlando? -(Question submitted to Jonathan Gregg Stein, contributor at Avvo.com) A: Please keep in mind that I can only respond…
Read More »
Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect Signs
January 23rd, 2012We all like to think that our parents or loved ones are in good hands when we check them into nursing homes. Most of the time, they get exceptional care and attention by the staff and nursing home—but when nursing home abuse occurs, it can turn into a family’s worst nightmare. Elderly patients often are not able to vocalize the abuse to others, either out of fear of repercussions or not being believed, or they are simply not in the right mind state. Here are some signs to look for, provided by the Nursing Home Abuse Center: Bruises and bleeding. Some bruising can be typical; elderly people tend to bruise easily. However, if the bruising is excessive or consistent, it could be a sign of abuse. Sudden change in weight. Particularly weight loss can be a sign of neglect, or a loss of appetite due to distress. Soiling, poor hygiene….
Read More »