Generally, a person injured in a slip and fall must prove that the landowner either knew or should have known that there was a dangerous condition on the property that caused the person to fall. In Encarnacion v. Lifemark Hospitals of Florida, 42 Fla. L. Weekly D304a (February 1, 2017), Carmen Encarnacion went to Palmetto […]
Category: Personal Injury
Aggravation of a Pre-existing Injury
It happens all the time in personal injury cases (car accidents, motorcycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, bicycle accidents, slip and fall accidents, trip and fall accidents, etc.), an individual sustains an injury to a part of their body that already had problems. Logically it make a lot of sense, a previously injured body part is normally […]
Alert Today, Alive Tomorrow – Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety
As we have previously discussed on the Corless Barfield Trial Group Blog, Florida streets and roadways are notoriously dangerous for pedestrians and bicyclists. Fortunately, the state of Florida and other local municipalities are making a strong effort to make our Florida roadways safer for pedestrians and bicyclists. Around Tampa Bay we see new crosswalks, crosswalk […]
Health Insurance and a Motor Vehicle Accident
How does health insurance work if you have been injured in a motor vehicle accident? Many people do not realize that when you are injured in a motor vehicle accident in Florida, your health insurance is no longer your primary medical insurance coverage. As we have previously discussed on the Corless Barfield Trial Group Blog, […]
The Terrifying Effects of Asbestos Exposure
The effects of Asbestos We’ve all heard about the risks of asbestos exposure. Asbestos has been a warning word when shopping for new homes, living in an older home, and in the workplace. Since modern structures do not contain asbestos, you may be confused as to exactly what the risks are. Our personal injury lawyers […]
Car Insurance Claim Advice: What Not to Do
Car insurance claim advice After being involved in a car accident, the last thing you want to think about is your insurance claim. Unfortunately, it must be done, and it must be done right (unless you don’t want to be reimbursed for your pain!). There are a few things that you should keep in mind […]
Driving Under the Influence of Prescription Drugs
Driving under the influence of prescription drugs Thousands of people across Florida take prescription medication on a daily basis. Consuming prescription drugs regularly is not an unusual thing to us, and neither is driving. However, some prescription drugs create side effects that make a person unable to operate a vehicle in a safe manner. In […]
Car Accident: Suing for Pain and Suffering
Suing for pain and suffering Many who find themselves victim to car accidents get excited about what the at-fault driver may be obligated to pay them, or what their insurance company may be obligated to pay. One of the most popular ideas is suing for pain and suffering – it sounds convenient, and maybe even […]
Premises Liability and Uninvited Guests
We have all heard the horror stories about the burglar who sues the homeowner after being injured while robbing their home. Property liability can be a confusing issue. So, what’s the real story? Corless Barfield is here to answer your liability questions. Home Accidents in Florida with Uninvited Guests What is premises liability? Property liability […]