A Police Report Is Not Admissible Evidence  Contrary to popular opinion, a police report is not technically recognized as “evidence” and is therefore not considered legally admissible in court. Officers are human and their interpretation isn’t perfect, so police reports are generally deemed hearsay. This applies to civil, criminal, family, and all other courts of […]

Pain and suffering compensation is awarded to many accident victims who file personal injury claims.   You can use the following types of evidence to help indicate the severity of your pain and suffering after an accident:  Your Hospital & Doctor Bills   Your hospital and doctor bills can be used to illustrate how severe your injuries […]

Insurance companies in Florida are well known for being difficult to deal with. Here’s what you should know about working with them after you or a loved one were involved in a motor vehicle accident.  How to Deal with Your Vehicle Insurance Company   Following the car accident and after getting any necessary medical assistance, a […]

Although healing physically and emotionally from an accident is tough, dealing with insurance companies can also be challenging. Here are 5 essentials for negotiating insurance claims after you or a loved one are injured in an accident. 1. Come Up With a Preliminary Figure You and your attorney should review the evidence at hand, including your medical […]

If you have been injured in a car accident, it is important that you get medical care right away. Once your injuries have been treated, the next step is to submit a claim for vehicle damage and medical expenses through your car insurance carrier. Although you’ve paid into your car insurance faithfully, their goal is […]