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Personal Injury Cases| Match the Following Suits| PI Interactive Module
Written By: Louie Talacay
Accidents resulting in personal injury can be a traumatizing and stressful experience. Often times, the offender is reluctant to accept blame and immediate action and treatment may be delayed as a result. In times such as these, it is important to have an experienced and professional team to guide you through the process of handling your claim as a united front. The following is a list of common personal injury cases along with a few scenarios –can you match up the scenarios with their respective case type??
A. Automobile Accidents |B. Motorcycle Accidents | C. Slip and Falls| D. Premises Liability|E. Dog Bite| F. Marine & Boating Accidents| G. Wrongful Deaths| H. Medical Malpractice
__ Scenario A:
A car runs a red light on a turning lane and sidelines a motorcyclist turning right at the intersection. Fortunately for the motorcyclist, they are able to act quickly and bail from the motorcycle sustaining only a broken arm and some road rash, but their bike is wrecked in the ensuing crash. As is common, the motorcyclist does not carry insurance for his vehicle.
__ Scenario B:
The summer rain season is in full swing and every day after 4pm a downpour occurs. Heather, a mom, is picking up her daughter from gymnastics. The front lobby is slippery from previous persons walking in and out of the building and no sign is put in place to make people aware of the danger. Heather slips as she goes to the counter to sign her daughter out. The fall causes Heather to land on her tailbone and break her lower lumbar.
__Scenario C:
A pharmacist misreads the prescription drug Celebrex (used to treat arthritis) for Celexa an antidepressant. The antidepressant causes severe manic depression for the patient and three days after being prescribed the medication, the patient dies of an apparent suicide.
Scenario A is a Motorcycle claim. The uninsured motorcyclist may be able to recover for motorcycle damage and injuries sustained from the car that ran the red light.
Scenario B is a combination of a slip and fall as well as a premise liability case. The company may be held liable for not making persons aware of a slippery/wet floor.
Scenario C is also a combination of two types of PI cases. It is not only a wrongful death case but could be encapsulated within a medical malpractice case. The pharmacist that dispensed the wrong medication could be held culpable for the wrongful death.
Think you have a case? Go online and schedule a consultation with an attorney from our office today!
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Automobile and Motorcycle Safety
Each year, automobile and motorcycle accidents are a major cause of fatalities nationwide. As a result, it is important to employ all necessary safety measures available to avoid or reduce the risk of serious injury while operating an automobile or motorcycle.
Studies indicate that the use of a safety belt greatly reduces the chance of harm or serious injury when involved in an auto accident, especially when an automobile operator is thrown from the vehicle as a result of impact. In an effort to combat this risk and encourage the use of safety belts, Florida has mandatory safety belt requirements. In Florida:
- Seat belt laws apply to all cars, pickup trucks, and vans operated on Florida roads.
- All passengers in the front seat must wear a seat belt.
- All passengers under 18 must wear a seat belt.
Florida also has mandatory child restraint laws that hold drivers responsible for buckling up children. Specifically, Florida law requires that children 3 years old and younger must be secured in a federally approved child-restraint seat; and children 4 through 5 years old must be secured by either a federally approved child restraint seat or safety belt.
Motorcyclists have even more safety concerns as motorcycle accidents tend to involve more serious injuries and incur a higher rate of fatalities. Additionally, with the rising costs of health care, insurance companies have begun to include exclusion clauses to insurance policies that can deny coverage for risky behavior such as motorcycling. While Florida law does not require the use of motorcycle helmets, research conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration indicates that motorcyclists without a helmet are three times more likely to suffer brain injuries, and that helmets reduce the risk of death by nearly 30 percent when involved in a motorcycle accident.
If you or a loved have been injured in an accident and you have questions or concerns about your rights to recovery, call Blick Law Firm today at (888) 973-2776. Schedule a free 15-minute consultation with attorney Michael Blickensderfer. Think quick, call Blick!
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Ray Rice | Domestic Violence | Criminal Defense
According to CNBC, The Baltimore Ravens recently cut ties with football player Ray Rice. Rice was recently caught in a domestic violence assault towards his fiancé. The video was shot in February and recently surfaced that running back for the Baltimore Ravens, punched Janay Palmer, now wife, in the face in an elevator of the Revel casino in New Jersey. After Palmer appeared to be knocked out from consciousness from the blow, Rice was revealed on the video dragging her limp body out of the elevator.
Months later, he was indicted by an Atlantic County jury on one count of aggravated assault; pleading not guilty. After such time he agreed to enter a pre-trial intervention program upon the completion of which the criminal charges would be dropped. Rice at the time of the conviction initially received a two-game suspension by the NFL league that was just modified to an indefinite ban since the release of the graphic video tape. Baltimore Ravens completely severed ties with former running back.
Domestic violence is a serious offense and one facing such criminal charges should seek representation from an experienced Criminal Defense attorney as such consequences may be severe.
In this circumstance the spot light that the former running back received propelled the football team to remove such offenses and negative attention from the team – as domestic violence against women is a serious matter.
If you know anyone that is being assaulted or abused it is important to report such matters to the proper authority and help to stop domestic violence.
A Criminal Defense Attorney can provide you with legal counsel, and advise you in regards to your rights. An experienced lawyer can also advise you in the actions and procedures that need to take place going forward. If you have been arrested for any criminal actions, call Blick Law Firm today for a free 15-minute consultation. Think Quick, Call Blick!
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Attorney Fees | Personal Injury Attorney
Here at Blick Law Firm we offer a wide range of personal injury services including the following:
- Automobile/Motorcycle Accidents
- Slip and Fall Injuries
- Premises Liability, Including Mold Exposure
- Products Liability
- Dog Bites
- Marine and Boating Accidents
- Wrongful Deaths
Injury Claim fees are on a contingency fee basis. This means the attorney fees are paid out at the end of a settlement. So in other words no fees to the attorney, unless your case prevails. In Florida, standard attorney contingency fee is 33.33% of the recovery.
In certain cases, a personal injury matter may be more complex and require litigation. In this instance, a lawsuit is filed and the case goes before the court and will ultimately be determined by a jury. The fee associated with cases that reach litigation is higher due to the complexity of legal services. In the state of Florida, the appropriate attorney fee in this instance is 40% of the recovery. 
Whether the injury is caused from an auto accident, slip and fall, or exposure to a defective product you should seek a personal injury attorney to assist with your claim.
If you or a loved one have been in an auto accident and need legal advice, call Blick Law Firm today to schedule a free 15-minute consultation with attorney Michael Blickensderfer.
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Labor Day Weekend | Safety Tips | Car Accident Prevention
As the summer season winds down, it is important to plan and ensure that the end of summer vacation remains fun and safe. Take precautions and plan ahead this Labor Day Weekend to prevent an accident during your celebrating. If you are planning to hit the road, follow these guidelines to protect the safety of you and your loved ones.
To make sure that your trip is safe this weekend, here are some things to check on your vehicle:
Car Seat – If you will be traveling with small children, be sure that car seats and booster seats are installed properly. Make sure that children are strapped in well before departure.
Hoses – Check under your hood for tears in your hoses. If your vehicle is leaking fluid, it is crucial to have this repaired before you hit the road.
Lights – Make sure your turn signals, break lights, emergency lights, and headlights are in good working condition.
Tires – It is important that your tires are in good condition before hitting the road, and be sure to have a spare tire available should you need it. Check the air pressure and tread on all four of your tires, and be sure to check the spare as well.
Belts – If your belts are old and have cracks, get them replaced and secured before you head out.
Air condition – Temperatures get very high in the summer months, make sure that your AC is working properly before traveling.
Fluid Levels – Make sure that your fluid levels are full, and don’t forget to check your oil and have it changed if needed.
Have a mechanic inspect your vehicle to make sure that it is okay for travel. This is a great way to ensure a safe road trip for yourself and your family.
On the road for a long period of time? It is important to stay alert and focused to avoid an auto accident. Avoiding fatigue is critical to ensure a safe trip, and be sure to avoid distractions when driving.
Here are some ways to avoid fatigue and stay alert during your road trip:
- Bring snacks and plenty of water
- Stop for food as needed
- Take breaks
- Switch drivers
- Check in a hotel if driving overnight
Senior Attorney, Michael Blickensderfer has 26+ years’ legal experience, if you or a loved one have been involved in a car accident, call Blick Law Firm today for a free 15 minute consultation. Think quick, Call Blick!
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5 Tips For Closing Your Home | Real Estate
A Real Estate Closing is the final step in the home purchase process. This phase is where the buyer and the seller sign all necessary paperwork to transfer ownership of the home.
To complete this purchase process here are 5 tips to closing your home:
- Complete a title search
- Purchase title insurance
- Complete a home inspection and pest inspection
- Negotiate the closing costs
- Locking the interest rate of the mortgage
A buyer must open an escrow account with a neutral third party, whereby the buyer provides earnest money to be held in consideration of the purchase in order to demonstrate good-faith that the buyer fully intends on completing the sale.
These steps are important in the completion of any Real Estate transaction, and many times it is important for the buyer to seek legal counsel from a real estate attorney prior to moving forward with the purchase process. An experienced attorney can provide professional legal advice, and interpret the very complicated language involved in most Closing documents. The attorney is also capable of identifying potential problems with your purchase documentation, and can save you the hassle of dealing with unexpected complications that may arise during the Real Estate purchase process.
Blick Law Firm assists many families with the purchasing of their home with their in-house title department, Infinity Abstract & Title.
Infinity Abstract & Title is an innovative, paper-less services, aggressive, and results-oriented when answering the wide variety of title needs for our customers. They have represented many people throughout the state of Florida and the United States. Also provide mobile closings throughout the entire state of Florida.
Services provided include:
- In-house legal counsel for residential and commercial real estate transactions
- Title insurance for Florida
- Short Sale Negotiations through Blick Law Firm, Attorney Michael C. Blickensderfer
- Loan modifications through Blick Law Firm, Attorney Michael C. Blickensderfer
- Mobile, multilingual closers
- Environmentally-friendly office that emphasizes paperless files and closings
- Experience with development and commercial projects
- Licensed escrow officers with over 22 years of title insurance experience
- Wireless offices for convenient closings and presentations
- Fast and Reliable title work available between 24-48 hours
- Closings performed 6 days a week
- Last minute and evening closings available
Please inquire with any questions to info@infinityabstracttitle.com
If you or a loved one are considering purchasing a home and need advice on what to expect, call Blick Law Firm today and schedule a free 15-minute consultation with attorney Michael Blickensderfer. Think quick, call Blick!
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