by Leonard Valdes | May 7, 2023 | Personal Injury
On March 24, 2023, Governor Ron DeSantis of Florida enacted HB 837, a far-reaching tort reform bill that makes significant changes to civil litigation in the state. One of the most notable provisions of this legislation is the elimination of one-way attorney fees in... 
by Leonard Valdes | Apr 18, 2023 | Personal Injury
With Governor Ron DeSantis signing the Florida House Bill 837 into law, personal injury and insurance claim laws in Florida have undergone a major overhaul. One of the most notable changes is the replacement of the pure comparative negligence system with a modified... 
by Leonard Valdes | Feb 23, 2023 | Personal Injury
If you sustained an injury as a result of another party’s negligence or recklessness, you may wish to seek legal representation from a qualified personal injury attorney. However, it is important to understand that not all attorneys will accept every potential... 
by Leonard Valdes | Oct 20, 2022 | Personal Injury
The majority of personal injury claims center on compensatory damages, which are intended to pay for the victim’s injuries as well as any associated medical bills, property damage, or other expenses. But on rare occasions, a victim of personal injury may be able... 
by Leonard Valdes | Aug 10, 2022 | Personal Injury
If you have been injured in an accident in Florida, a defendant has the right to demand that the injured party undergo a compulsory medical examination (CME). Although not always independent, these examinations are sometimes referred to as “independent”... 
by Leonard Valdes | Jan 5, 2022 | Personal Injury
Sustaining an injury while suffering from a pre-existing condition, can be catastrophic and ultimately life-changing. New injuries can worsen pre-existing conditions and can even influence your ability to recover. As a result, if you’ve been hurt in an accident...