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Ridesharing services such as Uber and Lyft have become an essential part of our daily lives, transforming transportation for Florida residents and out-of-state visitors. While ridesharing apps offer a convenient way to see the sights or return home after a night on the town, riders in a shared ...

When a commercial truck collides with a smaller vehicle, the results can be catastrophic, if not deadly.Every 15 minutes, a person is killed or seriously injured in a commercial truck accident. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), more than 300,000 truck ...

A vehicle accident is one of the most frightening situations a person can experience. This is true for all accidents, whether or not an injury occurred. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 4,806,000 non-injury auto accidents occurred in the United States in 2019....

When you are injured on the job or develop an occupational illness, in many cases, it is considered a workers’ compensation injury and eligible for a claim with your employer’s insurance policy.If your claim is approved, you may receive medical coverage, payment for lost wages, and other benefits ...

https://hudginslawfirm.net/con...Many auto accident victims make a big mistake leaving their fate to insurance companies. Even if you feel it's only a "minor" accident, it can still leave you not only with physical injuries but also with financial and emotional hardships. Understanding when to get ...

https://hudginslawfirm.net/con...We love our dogs in the United States - 63.4 million homes include at least one canine member. Unfortunately, dogs may end up biting someone, and most often, the victim is a child.Dog bites are more common than you may realize. Here are recent statistics from the ...

Coping with the death of a loved one is one of the most emotionally difficult and stressful aspects of life. It is even more devastating when the death is a result of someone else’s reckless or negligent behavior. The attorneys at Hudgins Law Firm are committed to helping families who have lost a ...

Florida auto accident laws follow the same general structure as those in other states - the difference is how they are interpreted and implemented. As a Florida driver, it is important to understand what our state’s auto accident laws are and how they affect you in the unfortunate event of an ...

If you suffer a slip and fall or trip accident, you may be inclined to brush it off and continue with your day. However, injuries - no matter how minor they appear to be - due to slip and fall or trip accidents should be taken seriously. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (...

Among the biggest nightmares of any licensed driver is hitting a pedestrian with their vehicle. When a car strikes a person, the potential for serious injury is high, and the resulting outcomes can be too heinous to contemplate. As with any car accident, there are protocols that drivers should ...

When you are injured in a motor vehicle accident caused by another driver’s negligence, you are entitled to seek compensation for your injuries and damages through a personal injury claim. This compensation can cover your medical expenses, lost wages during your recovery, and your pain and ...

In 2018, over 28 million Americans suffered from unintentional injuries according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Some of these injuries were serious and accompanied with long-term, and sometimes life-changing, effects.Getting injured due to another’s negligence is not only ...

If you’ve been involved in a car accident, you’ve likely sustained personal injuries and damages to your vehicle. In addition to physical injuries, many auto accident victims struggle with financial and emotional hardships. It may be in your best interest to hire an attorney to protect your rights ...

If you’re a licensed driver in Florida, you have probably heard the term “no-fault state.” But do you know what it really means? How does it affect you if you’re involved in a car accident? If there is a car accident, how can no one be at fault? As a Florida driver, it is important to understand ...

One of the more difficult issues that can evolve during your personal injury case is a third may file a lien against your settlement. The news can come as a surprise, as you believed your fight was over after months (or even years) of litigation. Once the shock wears off, the prospect of a lien ...

If you have been a victim of a personal injury accident, you likely have been involved in a stressful, emotional, and confusing legal battle with the at-fault party and their insurance company. You’ve also probably realized that there are many legal requirements when it comes to your personal ...

Even when you think you’ve done everything right, sometimes disputes and lawsuits come up. Settling them in court can be long, messy, and expensive. If you’re facing the prospect of litigation, you may wonder if your case is appropriate for mediation. If you’re looking for alternatives to settling ...

Many people don’t think about personal injury law until they or a loved one are injured in an accident. If you have been a victim of an accident due to someone else’s negligence, it is strongly advised to contact an experienced personal injury attorney rather than handling the case on your own. A ...

Coping with the death of a loved one is one of the most emotionally difficult and stressful aspects of life. It is even more devastating when the death is a result of someone else’s reckless or negligent behavior. The attorneys at Hudgins Law Firm are committed to helping families who have lost a ...

Being involved in a traffic accident is always a scary and stressful time. A majority of incidents result in minor property damage and no injuries. However, if you or a loved one are hit by an irresponsible drunk driver, the situation can be much worse. There are many things you will need to deal ...

In these uncertain and unprecedented economic times, many people are looking for ways to cut costs and save money. For car owners and drivers, this may mean reducing the amount of automobile insurance or completely foregoing it all together in an effort to save costs. However, this can result in ...

Dog bites are more common than you might think. An incident can occur despite being careful around animals in the neighborhood or someone’s home. Unfortunately, some of these incidents could cause injury requiring medical attention but less than one percent receive the proper compensation. Florida ...

While some personal injury cases don’t necessarily call for the services of an attorney, the majority do. Slip and fall cases, in particular, are often not suitable for self-representation as they concern questions of liability. In other words, when someone slips and falls, it is often not clear ...

Auto accident victims often struggle not only with physical injuries but also with emotional and financial hardships. While some minor accidents may not require the services of a lawyer, most accident victims make a big mistake when leaving their fate to insurance companies skilled at protecting ...