Personal Injury Blog

Bill Allen | December 13, 2023 | Personal Injury

A tort is an act that causes injury to someone else. A tort claim is the pursuit of financial compensation by the victim against the party who caused their harm. Tort claims form the basis of personal injury law. An experienced personal injury lawyer can… read more

Bill Allen | December 7, 2023 | Brain Injuries

Head trauma takes two forms: penetrating trauma and blunt trauma. The former is quite rare, as it occurs when an object pierces your skull and tears into your brain tissue, leading to severe brain injuries. Blunt trauma, on the other hand, is much more common,… read more

Bill Allen | December 7, 2023 | Motorcycle Accident

Motorcycle riders thoroughly enjoy the Florida weather, as the climate in the state provides perfect riding conditions almost year-round. Still, because there are so many drivers and motorcycle riders on the road, dangers and the risk of accidents are always present. Motorcycle accidents can happen… read more

Bill Allen | November 28, 2023 | Premises Liability

College is a time to learn, mature, and have fun. College students assume they will be safe attending school and living on campus. Unfortunately, dangers on college campuses can result in severe injuries for college students.  There are a number of colleges and universities in… read more

Bill Allen | November 27, 2023 | Personal Injury

While falls, car wrecks, and sports injuries cause the majority of the nation’s approximately 17,730 new cases of spinal cord injuries each year, the National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center (NSCISC) reports that approximately 4.3 percent of all spinal cord injuries are due to medical… read more

Bill Allen | November 24, 2023 | Personal Injury

Insurance companies pay most personal injury settlements. An auto insurer might pay a car accident settlement, for example, while a homeowner’s insurance company might pay out on a dog bite claim.  Nevertheless, you will probably need to negotiate for weeks or months to reach an… read more

Bill Allen | November 24, 2023 | Car Accidents

Even though Florida is a no-fault state for car insurance, that does not necessarily mean you are barred from filing a car accident claim against the at-fault driver. Florida no-fault insurance laws have exceptions that allow accident victims to sue the other driver for damages…. read more

Bill Allen | November 24, 2023 | Slip & Fall Accidents

Slips and falls can happen anywhere, including on school property. This leaves many students and parents to wonder, “Is a school responsible for a slip and fall accident on its property?” It is an important question after a child has been injured. The short answer… read more

Bill Allen | November 17, 2023 | Personal Injury

Experiencing a sexual assault on campus is an incredibly traumatic event. As well as dealing with the considerable emotional impact, you’re confronted with complex university policies and legal procedures that can be almost impossible to navigate alone.  In such sensitive instances, becoming aware of your… read more

Bill Allen | November 10, 2023 | Brain Injuries

Regardless of the cause, head trauma should be taken seriously. According to the CDC, head injuries result in about 1.5 million traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) each year. Among those who sustain a TBI, more than 50,000 lose their lives.  Even for those who survive, many… read more

Bill Allen | November 10, 2023 | Florida Law

When you took a driver’s education course, you probably learned that you pass other cars on the left, not the right. While this is a good general guideline, different states have varying laws regarding passing on the right.  So, is it illegal to pass on… read more

Bill Allen | November 3, 2023 | Car Accidents

Every time you pull out of your driveway and get on the road, whether in Ocala, Florida, or anywhere in the country, you’re taking on some level of risk. Though being a safe driver yourself might reduce your chances of getting into an accident, it’s… read more