Insurance company adjusters are not really on your side. Having the proper types of insurance is indispensable in our day and age, but when you deal with insurance companies, it is important to understand exactly how they work your claim, as paying out in full is detrimental to their bottom lines. While the insurance company’s adjuster may try to keep your payment as low as possible, you should be aware that if you were not at fault in the accident or injury you reported, you are entitled to have all of your reasonable damages and expenses covered. Some of the things adjusters may ask you to do which may help them to lessen or altogether deny your claim: Say that the accident was actually your fault, either wholly or partially. If the adjuster can get you to admit to even partial fault in an accident, your recovery may be greatly diminished. Ask for a recorded or written statement. Adjusters are trained to ask questions that are weighed to extract the information they want in favor of the insurance company. Have you sign a medical release.…Read More
Thousands of people are involved in automobile, motorcycle and trucking accidents each year in the State of Florida. Many types of traumatic brain injuries can result from vehicular accidents, concussions being one of the most prevalent. If concussions are minor, however, they can go undetected, and minor concussions can still have a long-term impact, even months after an accident, that may negatively impact a person’s ability to understand and perform cognitive reasoning tasks. At least 1.7 million traumatic brain injuries occur in the United States every year, contributing to as many as one third of all injury-related fatalities, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. If you or a loved one has suffered a concussion or any other type of brain injuries in a vehicular accident, you may be entitled to money damages, and you should consult with an experienced lawyer. The Accident and Personal Injury Attorneys at the Fenstersheib Law Group, P.A. have over three decades of experience in vehicular accidents. Contact us today, toll-free, at 1-800-TellRobert – our phones are answered 24 hours a day, 7 days per week. We will…Read More
Texting. No matter how much the danger of texting while driving has been publicized, nationwide reports keep mounting about accidents and fatalities resulting from this extremely dangerous activity. Talking on a Cell Phone. We’ve gotten so used to the idea of using the cell phone in our daily life that we forget that doing so in our vehicles prevents us from keeping our full attention on the road. Any form of distraction behind the wheel, no matter how small, can prove disastrous. Reaching for Objects Within the Vehicle. This is very common, and while reaching for a radio knob to change the station or a CD button to insert new music, reaching for a drink in the cup holder, or even trying to retrieve an object that has fallen on the floor may seem like common occurrences, the lack of complete concentration on the real task at hand – driving – may result in an accident. Applying Makeup. It’s true, most of us have seen it while we’re driving, and just like texting while driving, this activity requires both visual and manual distractions that impair…Read More
Hungry goblins and elves are getting ready once again to go trick-or-treating in South Florida, and while Halloween is one of the most enjoyable evenings of any year, it’s important to remember that it can also be one of the most dangerous as well. Here are some easy-to-follow rules to keep this fun evening as safe as possible for trick-or-treaters of all ages: Children should be accompanied at all times by parents or responsible adults – no child or group of children should ever go trick or treating alone. Careless drivers represent the major threat for trick-or-treaters on Halloween night. Make sure to walk only on sidewalks, obeying all pedestrian and traffic laws. Children and the accompanying adults should all carry flashlights, and everyone should wear brightly colored costumes and/or reflective patches to increase visibility for the drivers. Children should be warned ahead of time to not consume any goodies while trick-or-treating; they must wait until the treats have been taken home and inspected by parents or adults in charge. The Fenstersheib Law Group, P.A. wish you and your little ones a very happy and…Read More
Workplace accidents are relatively common, even in safe working environments, and they can happen for a variety of reasons. But if a business owner fails to provide a healthy and secure workplace, the chances of an accident increase exponentially, and workers may be entitled to legal compensation. Most Florida workers receive Workers’ Compensation benefits from their employers, to help them secure immediate restitution and medical assistance to treat any injuries suffered in the workplace, but claims can often be denied, again for a variety of reasons. If you suffer a workplace accident, it is extremely important to report it immediately to your supervisor, even if your injury is not deemed serious and you do not miss any work. And even if you feel fine, it’s always recommended that you see your physician, as many injuries go undetected at the time they occur, and it becomes more difficult to prove that they were related to the accident if the effects surface at a later time. If you have been injured at your place of work in South Florida, you need a knowledgeable and experienced legal team…Read More
Current statistics reveal that automobile accidents happen with alarming frequency in Florida – there’s a crash every 10 seconds, and close to 5 people die every hour. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), speeding is not only a major contributing factor in vehicle accidents nationwide, but also results in a higher percentage of fatalities when crashes occur. And when speeding is combined with other dangerous factors, such as fatigue, distracted driving, cellphone use, and driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, the results can be devastating. The NHTSA estimates that speed-related crashes cost Americans over $40 billion each year. So plan wisely and take your time when you drive on Florida’s roadways – it’s better to arrive a couple of minutes late than not to arrive at all. If you or a loved one has been involved in an automobile accident in South Florida due to the negligence of others, contact the Fenstersheib Law Group, P.A., toll-free, at 1-800-TellRobert, 24 hours a day, 7 days per week. We have over three decades of experience in accident and personal injury cases throughout…Read More
If you’ve been injured in South Florida as a result of someone else’s negligent behavior, the person or entity that caused your personal injuries is essentially liable for those injuries. Although persons who act negligently may not have purposefully intended to cause harm, their liability results from their careless or thoughtless actions – such actions viewed in comparison to the assumption of how a reasonable person would act if faced with the same or a similar set of circumstances. In order to render a fair verdict, once all evidence has been presented in an injury by negligence trial, either the judge or the jury decides how a reasonable person would have acted in that comparable incident, and how that hypothetical person’s behavior measures against the actions of the allegedly negligent individual. In the case of injuries suffered due to the negligence of individuals with specialized training or knowledge (such as physicians, pilots or engineers, for example), their reasonable standards of conduct are thus compared to how persons in the same fields or professions would normally act if faced with the same or similar set of…Read More
As Fall Season rolls around, motorcycle enthusiasts take to the roads in greater numbers to fully enjoy our beautiful Florida weather in the open air. If you are one of those enthusiasts, it is important to take all the necessary precautions to ride safely. According to reports from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), one out of every ten fatal motor vehicle accidents in the United States involves a collision with a motorcycle, with approximately 4,000 fatalities reported in motorcycle accidents every year. Wearing appropriate safety gear is the first logical step to reduce the risk of serious injuries while riding your motorcycle. A helmet is the most important piece of equipment to reduce the risks of death and traumatic brain injuries in case of accidents, but there are other additional pieces of gear that will help you be safer when riding. A good pair of gloves will allow you to grip the handlebar more efficiently, and also protect your fingers and hands in the event of an accident. Wearing a reinforced motorcycle jacket will not just make you look better while riding, but…Read More
There are four major categories that determine the amount or extent of the compensation in deciding a personal injury claim resulting from a vehicular accident. The first is the amount of money spent on medical treatments, which will include all related expenses – such as medicines and drugs, professional fees and hospital bills. The second is damages to property – if a personal injury is the result of a vehicular accident, the compensation to be claimed will include the cost of repair of the car or vehicle. The third category, again dealing with car crashes, is the amount of money spent on car rentals while the automobile is being repaired. And the fourth (and perhaps most important) category is loss of income resulting from the injury suffered. The length of time missed from work will be a big factor in the computation of the lost income. In order to present a strong case in court, it is of upmost importance to keep all receipts, both for medical and repair expenses. If the vehicular accident resulted in a fatality, and negligence was involved, the legal concept…Read More
The Fenstersheib Law Group, P.A. wish you a very happy and safe Labor Day. And we’d also like to remind you that, if you are driving anywhere, this holiday is typically one of the busiest – and most dangerous – travel weekends every year. Make sure you allow enough time for your trip so you can avoid excessive speed both coming and going. And also make sure you are well rested, and plan frequent stops along the way. Here are some additional – very simple, yet extremely logical – tips for safe travel from the American Red Cross: Take emergency supplies, such as food and water, a flashlight and a first aid kit. Let someone know your destination, your route and when you expect to arrive. Buckle up and obey traffic signs. Avoid texting and talking on the phone while driving. Don’t drink and drive. If you do get in an accident, call 1-800-TellRobert and tell Robert all about it. The experienced and dedicated attorneys at Fenstersheib Law Group, P.A. have successfully handled South Florida cases for over three decades with compassion, integrity and tenacity,…Read More
