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Not all slip-and-fall accidents cause severe injuries or death; however, as the cliché goes, "you don't know what you don't know," which means you may not be aware of how severe your injuries are until you reach out to a medical professional after an accident. This is especially true if you slip and fall in Florida, a state home to many businesses, tourist attractions, and activity sites.

In Crestview, a bustling city in Florida that has its own unique traffic patterns and road hazards, auto accidents are unfortunately common. Many collisions result in bodily harm, mental stress and a flood of questions with regard to your legal rights. If you find yourself in such a situation, hiring an experienced auto accident lawyer is not just advisable but crucial. Our Crestview auto accident lawyer explains why below.

Preparing for your child to go back to school can be nerve-racking, but this is the season for preparedness. Whether they are riding the bus, walking to school, biking, or just spending time inside the school building, parents throughout Florida are likely quite concerned about their ability to keep them as safe as possible. To help put parents’ minds at ease, our Crestview personal injury lawyer provides the following 10 tips to help keep your children safe this school year.

While it’s true that most personal injury claims settle out of court, it is also true that many other cases do not. One of the most difficult decisions our clients sometimes have to make is whether they should accept the settlement they have been offered or reject it and proceed to trial. As accident lawyers with decades of experience, we have learned what factors our clients should consider when deciding whether or not they should settle their claims.

While we are fortunate in Florida to be able to swim year-round, getting out on the water is a great way to cool off during the hot summer months. While we all know that being on the water carries certain risks, it’s always a good idea to revisit some things you can do to keep yourself and your loved ones safe. And if you or someone you love has been injured in a water-related accident, you may want to consider talking to a personal injury lawyer about your options.

With multiple state highways and Interstate 10 running through our area, truck accidents happen more often than many people realize. Thankfully, most of them result in only minor injuries, but there is a wide variety of truck accidents that can result in serious injuries and even death. Identifying the type of truck accident that you were involved in can help identify the cause and explain your injuries, especially if you don’t clearly recall what happened. If you have been injured in a truck accident, a personal injury lawyer with experience in handling truck accident cases will be able to determine whether you may be entitled to compensation.

There are situations where accidents can occur due to government negligence. For example, you could fall while on government property and suffer a serious injury. You could be injured in a car accident that was caused by negligent highway design or maintenance. You could be injured due to the negligent actions of a government employee. Whatever your situation may be, these cases pose unique challenges for the people who are injured. If you have been harmed as a result of government negligence, a personal injury lawyer can help you navigate the claim process.

Most car accidents are caused by another driver’s negligence, such as speeding, driving while intoxicated, or driving and texting. If you are injured in a car accident, you will more than likely need to pursue a claim against the other driver, even though Florida is a “no-fault” state. Understandably, many accident victims are reluctant to take this step. In other cases, the other driver’s negligence may have been so egregious that their victims are eager to file suit. Whichever side you may be on, it is important to understand the behind-the-scenes dynamics of your case and how your claim will be handled. For this reason, you should strongly consider working with an experienced car accident lawyer if you have been injured in a car accident.

While most accidents result in only minor injuries, some accidents tragically result in death. For the family members and loved ones left behind, this can be emotionally devastating and present a financial crisis. While nothing can undo what has happened, there are steps that the surviving family members can take to protect their future. If you have lost a loved one in an accident, an experienced personal injury attorney can help you find a way forward.