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Depending on several factors, the typical pay for a whiplash injury claim in Florida can range from $5,000 to $600,000. Injury severity determines your settlement. Level of fault and whether egregious or violent behavior was involved results in a higher payout. Permanent and life-changing injuries garner higher settlements. Payouts are higher if you can no ...
Read MoreDepending on circumstances, the average payout for a rear-end collision in Florida can range anywhere from $175,000 to $435,000 in compensation. Rear-end accidents can cause significant injuries. However, if the vehicle following is traveling at a lower speed upon impact, the damage may be lesser. This can result in a lower payout in your personal ...
Read MoreFlorida traffic laws might not apply to parking lots. But according to Florida law, you must report any traffic accident where the resulting damages or medical costs surpass $500. Below is information about the right of way, your duties after a parking lot accident, impaired driving, and Florida’s no-fault auto insurance system. Quick Overview of ...
Read MoreA pedestrian hit by a car in Florida can get anywhere from $10,000 to $75,000 if they suffer minor injuries. The average payout is much higher for severe injuries. Depending on the situation, a pedestrian struck by a car can suffer injuries of varying severity. The faster a vehicle travels, the more likely a person ...
Read MoreYes, Lyft may be sued if they negligently hired or retained a dangerous driver who caused injuries. Liability depends on specific circumstances. While you can sue Lyft for an accident in some cases, most claims will go to arbitration. However, you might be able to file a claim with Lyft’s commercial liability insurance company. Determining ...
Read MoreThe two types of required insurance in Florida are personal injury protection (PIP) and property damage liability (PDL) coverage as part of an auto insurance policy. By law, Florida does not allow auto insurance claims to be filed against another driver. All drivers must go through their own policies to cover the costs of damage. ...
Read MoreFlorida and a few other states follow the no-fault system for auto insurance. No-fault law means that each driver is responsible for paying for any damages they suffer in a car accident. All drivers are required to carry personal injury protection (PIP) and property damage liability (PDL) in Florida. These types of coverage in an ...
Read MoreWhile there is no definitive “average” herniated disc settlement amount in Florida, data indicates it can range from $50,000 to over $1 million. To understand herniated disc settlements in Florida, you must understand the statute of limitations, the factors that affect settlement values, what they are, and common symptoms. Here’s some information about herniated disc ...
Read MoreDue to several factors, its very difficult to provide an exact dollar amount for a typical brain injury settlement, but it could range from $25,000 to well over $1 million. Here is some information about settlement factors, the statute of limitations, and the claims process. Average Settlement for Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) in Florida An ...
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