Proving You’re Not at Fault for a Wreck
Posted on: 09/22/2022When a car accident happens, it’s easy to get confused and accept part or all the fault for the wreck. Proving you’re not at fault is vital to proving you’re due compensation for your injuries. The car accident lawyers at the Law Offices of Casey D. Shomo P.A. will help you every step of the way, from the filing of your claim to the claiming of damages. Our team will help you prove you weren’t responsible for the accident and get your deserved outcome. Florida’s No-Fault System Because Florida is considered to be a no-fault state when it comes to car insurance, it is important to be aware of what this entails. [...] read more
Florida Laws That Impact Medical Malpractice Claims
Posted on: 08/12/2022Medical malpractice happens, and when it does, it’s important to know what your options are. As victims of medical malpractice, you want justice for what has happened to you. Before you sue, however, you need to know whether state laws can hurt your claim. Make sure you have the right information about the laws and what to expect if you feel you have a case. You don’t want your case impacted because of laws you didn't know about before. If you have any questions about Florida medical malpractice laws impacting your case, check out some laws you need to know before you take your case to court. What Qualifies as a Medical Malpractice Case? Florida’s Malpractice Act requires proof that you or a loved one received a lack of adequate care from a doctor or other medical professional. State la [...] read more
Most Common Distractions that Cause Car Accidents
Posted on: 07/21/2022Distractions not only take a driver’s eyes off the road but also their attention. They don’t realize what’s happening around them, and when they do, it’s too late to react or prevent a car crash. This is why the law regards a distracted driver as a negligent one. If you’ve suffered personal or property damage in a crash caused by distractions, you can file a civil claim to have the liable party compensate your losses. The most efficient way is for a car accident attorney to investigate the case. The team at The Law Offices of Casey D. Shomo can reconstruct the accident, determine the cause, and represent your interests to the insurance company. 5 Common Distractions Causing Car Accidents According to the Center for Disease Control [...] read more
Three Ways a Car Accident Can Negatively Impact the Rest of Your Life
Posted on: 07/06/2022According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, More than 31,000 people lost their lives during the first nine months of 2021. This resulted in several car accident claims, one of which was a wrongful death claim. A wrongful death claim is a lawsuit that enables surviving family members to seek justice on behalf of a loved one who died due to a negligent act. Apart from wrongful death claims, increased personal injury claims have also increased due to car accidents. It is important to note that In 2019, there were more than six million passengers involved in tr [...] read more
What to Include in a Legal Demand Letter
Posted on: 05/19/2022When filing a personal injury lawsuit, you need to serve the defendant with a legal demand letter. This opens room for negotiation between the plaintiff and the defendant and notifies them of your claim. If the defendant is not willing to agree to an out-of-court settlement, then it is within your right to pursue the matter in a court of law. Apart from saving time and money, a legal demand letter does show your seriousness in seeking compensation for the pain and suffering felt. But what should you include? Here’s what you need to know. Who Should Write a Demand Letter? You can write the demand letter yourself, but you might expose yourself to some risks. This is because they might find flaws in your demand let [...] read more
