Following too close, or tailgating, is one of the most dangerous things a motorist can do. By failing to stay far enough back they do not leave themselves enough time to react to maneuvers by the driver in front. What can you do if you have a driver sitting right on...
Year: 2024
Can you object to an insurer’s settlement offer?
After you file an insurance claim, your insurer will typically conduct investigations and present you with a settlement offer to cover your damages. However, the offer may not always meet your expectations or fully compensate you for the losses you incurred. In such...
Mediation can lead to a faster solution to contract disputes
Business contract disputes can often become quite messy. The parties who signed the contract may disagree about claims of a breach. One party may refuse to address the issue, to pay appropriate penalties or to cover the damages generated by the breach of contract....
Why does distraction still lead to so many deaths?
You’ve probably seen the campaigns trying to prevent distracted driving. You may know that the police can fine you if they see you using your phone while driving. And you may have heard distraction mentioned in numerous crashes reported on the TV. But do you...
Women have a greater chance of a heart attack misdiagnosis
When men have a heart attack, it’s much more likely that they will exhibit rather cliché or expected symptoms. They may talk about not being able to catch their breath or that they feel like there is a crushing weight on their chest. Chest pain is perhaps the most...
50% of serious accidents happen at intersections
When you consider road safety, it’s certainly not uniform. Different stretches of highway and different road systems carry various levels of danger. The interstate highway system tends to be relatively safe, for instance, because traffic is divided and moving in the...
How Florida’s Insurer Accountability Act benefits those making claims
The Insurer Accountability Act, recently enacted in Florida, marks a significant step toward ensuring fairness and transparency in the insurance sector. This legislation aims to protect policyholders by holding insurers to higher standards of accountability and...
How a TBI could affect your career
Returning to work after a traumatic brain injury (TBI) can be difficult. Some people may miss just a few days, while others will need weeks or months. Some may need years, and there are even those who can never return to work at all. It depends on the severity of the...
3 potential benefits of mediating a personal injury claim
Many personal injury lawsuits actually begin as insurance claims. However, aggressive negotiation tactics or inadequate coverage force people to consider filing a lawsuit. Lawsuits can lead to compensation paid directly by the party at fault for the incident that...
Are doctors allowed to make mistakes?
When you go to the doctor, you expect them not to make any mistakes. You are trusting them with your health. They owe you a duty of care, and you anticipate that they will uphold it. But mistakes do happen. For instance, perhaps it is a loved one who goes to the...