Who gets the PIP check in Florida?
You’re likely wondering who is eligible to receive the benefits that come from personal injury protection in Florida. If you’re injured in an accident, the policy will kick in for you, your relatives living in your home and, in some instances, nonrelative passengers in your vehicle – regardless of who was ultimately at fault. Personal […]
Is PIP the same as bodily injury?
Personal injury protection is sometimes referred to as “no-fault” insurance because, regardless of who was at fault for an accident, this coverage will help pay for your medical care costs and lost wages that come with your inability to work. With regard to personal injury protection in Florida, all registered drivers are required by law […]
Is PIP mandatory in Florida?
Florida is a state that that requires personal injury protection coverage. This requirement is important because it ensures your ability to pay for initial medical care and provides reimbursement of wage loss if you are injured in a motor vehicle accident, regardless of which driver is at fault for the collision. Automobile insurance policies are […]
What personal injury protection means.
Personal injury protection, known commonly as “PIP,” is a type of insurance coverage that helps pay for medical costs and wage losses related to an injury suffered in an automobile accident. If you browse our website’s FAQ page, you’ll notice more information on this topic – and reasons why you should also consider purchasing additional […]
How long do you have to file lawsuit in Florida?
Many personal injury lawsuits in Florida must be filed within four years of the date of the accident. Wrongful death lawsuits, and injuries resulting from professional negligence must be filed within two years. This may seem like a significant window. However, time is of the essence when gathering evidence and documentation to support your case. […]
How long does a personal injury lawsuit take in Florida?
Personal injury lawsuits in Florida can take time to resolve. And, depending on the specific circumstances of the case, the timeline for a personal injury lawsuit in Florida can vary significantly. This process can range from a year to several years before a case reaches its conclusion. However, a number of factors influence the duration […]
What are the most common personal injury cases?
There are many different examples of personal injury lawsuits in Florida but, at Dannheisser Injury Law, we know that our clients’ stories and experiences are never the same. Whether their injuries derive from car or boating accidents, slips and falls, medical negligence, dog bites or defective products, we have the expertise to handle unique situations […]
Is a tort the same as a lawsuit?
Personal injury tort actions for damages caused to you by someone intentionally or negligently were brought by way of either an informal claim or the filing of a lawsuit. At Dannheisser Injury Law, our experienced attorneys have decades of expertise in an array of personal injury torts (an informal claim) and lawsuits (a formal case […]
What are the 3 types of torts?
Personal injury torts most frequently involve injuries caused by acts of negligence, strict liability and intentional conduct. Negligence, the most common personal injury tort, results in injuries that lead to personal injury litigation and occurs when someone’s failure to take reasonable care causes harm to another person. Auto accidents occur often on the Suncoast and […]
What is the difference between personal injury and tort?
Personal injury cases all stem from tort law. Torts are a broad field of law that covers all facets of civil wrongs involving intentional torts, such as a battery, and actions or negligence such as carelessness and reckless driving. Personal injury refers to the area of civil law for cases in which a person has been […]
