Author Archives: Roman & Roman
What You Should Know About Suing a Nursing Home
It’s no mystery that nursing home care often leaves something to be desired. It seems all too frequently we hear about a senior being abused or neglected in a Florida nursing home. But nursing home residents have rights. At Roman & Roman, P.A., we understand that sometimes nursing homes don’t play fair. So, here… Read More »
Wrong Way Crashes Keep Claiming Lives in Florida, Bradenton Couple the Latest Victims
A review of crash data for the past three years suggests that wrong way collisions are still a huge problem in the Sunshine State. In 2013, there were 1,341 reported collisions involving drivers traveling the wrong direction on the highway, according to reporting by one ABC News affiliate in Tallahassee. These numbers went up… Read More »
How Long Will It Take to Get Compensated for My Injuries?
Personal injury lawyers hear this question a lot. Usually, when someone is seriously injured in an automobile accident or through some other form of negligence, there are catastrophic financial and personal consequences. The victim may be dealing with lost income, may be out of work for months at a time, may be dealing with… Read More »
Understanding Basic Insurance Terminology
Clients often call to ask about letters they receive from their own insurance companies. Insurance adjusters use template letters with a lot of complex language in order to communicate with people. In fact, it sometimes seems as though the insurance companies do not want their customers to know what’s in their contracts. So, let’s… Read More »
When Dogs Attack – Can I Sue a Dog Owner for Injuries?
With about 78 million dogs kept as pets in the U.S., man’s best friend is literally everywhere. And while many people consider their dogs part of the family, they are still animals. Even a small dog can do a lot of damage if it becomes aggressive. According to the Centers for Disease Control and… Read More »
Top 7 Causes of Pedestrian Injury
Pedestrian injuries are generally more common in heavily populated areas with a lot of foot traffic. However, some communities seem to buck the trend. In 2014, the Tampa Bay Times reported that the Tampa Bay area was ranked second-most dangerous place in America for pedestrian deaths. Pedestrian injury statistics According to the Centers for… Read More »
Understanding Florida’s Strict Liability Dog Bite Statute
Americans love dogs. The ASPCA estimates that with about 78 million dogs living as members of the family, roughly 44 percent of all households in the country have a dog. So, it can be a very touchy subject when someone is bitten and seriously injured by a beloved member of the family. Indeed, man’s… Read More »
Five Top Causes of Fatal Car Crashes
On October 2, 2017, yet another fatal car crash took place in Clearwater, when a car became airborne and flipped onto its side. Tampa Bay Times reports that a 52-year-old woman died in the collision. Fortunately, no one else was killed in the collision. This once again underscores just how dangerous it can be… Read More »
Understanding Your Rights When Pulled Over by a Police Officer in Clearwater
The flashing red and blue lights of a Florida police vehicle often strike fear and anxiety in many Florida motorists. You may feel a rush of panic and confusion when you are pulled over and you may not have a proper grasp of your legal rights in this moment. Below is an overview of… Read More »
Drunk Driver Causes Horrific Accident in Pinellas County
A deadly collision occurred at the intersection of McMullen Booth Road and Curlew Road in Pinellas County. The collision resulted in one person’s death and eight people suffering serious injuries. The collision occurred when the driver of a Dodge Caliber failed to stop at a traffic light on McMullen Booth Road at the intersection… Read More »
