James D. Payer | September 18, 2024 | Property Damage
Florida has been battered by many hurricanes over the years due to its proximity to the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. Although Orlando has been fortunate not to experience frequent major hurricanes due to its geographic location, these storms have been known to cause property damage and injure people. State officials use the… read more
James D. Payer | September 12, 2024 | Personal Injury
Many people handle workers’ compensation claims on their own. If your claim is in dispute, however, you should probably seek the services of a Florida workers’ compensation lawyer. Here are some of the ways a lawyer can help. Review Your Claim The first question to ask is whether you even have a viable claim. Certain… read more
James D. Payer | September 11, 2024 | Personal Injury
The class action lawsuit is a significant legal innovation that greatly increases efficiency when a multitude of personal injury victims assert similar claims. Most plaintiffs in a class action lawsuit can win a recovery without putting in any effort, yet any plaintiff can opt out of the lawsuit and file their own claim. This doesn’t… read more
James D. Payer | August 30, 2024 | Personal Injury
You may be wondering what attorney-client privilege is and how it impacts your legal claims and rights. In the world of law, attorney-client privilege is a vital concept. It encompasses how our legal system establishes privacy between lawyers and clients. What Is Attorney-Client Privilege? The attorney-client privilege is an ancient legal concept. Its roots are… read more
James D. Payer | August 16, 2024 | Car Accidents
A car accident can change your life in an instant. The aftermath of a crash can include confusion, pain, and ongoing injuries. One of the most common and debilitating types of injuries after a car crash is back pain. Your back pain may be acute and short-lived or chronic and severe. It’s important to understand… read more
James D. Payer | August 13, 2024 | Personal Injury
If you are injured in an accident or because of another party’s negligence, intentional torts, or wrongdoing, you may be entitled to compensation for your damages. Most personal injury cases begin with an insurance claim with the at-fault party’s liability insurance company. Liability insurance pays damages when an insured causes harm to someone for a… read more
James D. Payer | July 30, 2024 | Car Accidents
T-Bone accidents, also known as side-impact collisions, are among the most devastating types of car accidents. They can cause severe injuries due to the limited protection offered by the side panels of vehicles. Not all vehicles have side airbags and intrusion of the door from the impact can cause life-threatening injuries. This intrusion can crush… read more
JAMES D. PAYER | July 26, 2024 | Personal Injury
If you are considering hiring a lawyer after an accident, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the options and confusing terms you may encounter. You may see personal injury attorneys described with different terms: lawyer, attorney, trial attorney – what’s the difference? There is essentially no distinction between the terms attorney and lawyer in Florida…. read more
James D. Payer | July 5, 2024 | Personal Injury
If you are injured at work, it helps to understand the key differences between a workers’ compensation and a personal injury claim in Florida. Most injured workers are limited to benefits through the workers’ compensation system. However, some injured workers might have a third-party personal injury claim that could result in additional compensation. Proving Fault… read more
James D. Payer | July 5, 2024 | Motorcycle Accidents
According to Ride Smart Florida, the number of motorcycle deaths in Florida has doubled over the last 20 years. About 550 deaths occur each year in the state because of motorcycle accidents. Florida has the fourth highest number of motorcycle accident deaths of all the states. Additionally, thousands of Floridians are injured each year in… read more