Author Archives: Roman & Roman
Why Did the Lawyer Not Take My Case?
Many injured Floridians approach personal injury lawyers each year, in order to determine if they have a valid case against those who caused them harm. In many cases, however, attorneys must turn them away. When this happens, it can leave people feeling like the attorney doesn’t care or is simply incompetent. In the vast… Read More »
Deaths on Bayshore Boulevard Highlight the Dangers of Street Racing
Call it youthful indiscretion. Call it ignorance. Whatever you call it, Tampa Police are calling it vehicular homicide. Late last month, a 24-year-old woman was pushing her 21-month-old daughter in a stroller along Bayshore Boulevard on a beautiful sunny day. As she began to cross the street in the crosswalk, a black Mustang struck… Read More »
Five Common Aggressive Driving Behaviors
If you live in the Tampa Bay area, you know aggressive driving can be a real problem. If you are injured by a reckless or aggressive driver in or around the Tampa/St. Pete region, you need skilled legal representation right away. Insurance companies fight hard to avoid liability for the bad actions of their… Read More »
Should I Buy GAP Insurance?
If you’ve ever bought a car from a dealership, then you were probably asked if you would like to purchase optional “guaranteed auto protection.” This is commonly called “GAP” coverage. Many people just dismiss these as sales pitches and decline to purchase GAP, but there are definitely times when it may make sense. Florida… Read More »
Dockside Injuries in Tampa Bay
Throughout Tampa, St. Pete, and Clearwater, there are hundreds of docks, ports, and harbors where boat traffic is beginning to increase. With the increase in boating and dockside activities, injuries are likely to occur as well. When you’re hurt on a dock, it can be difficult to figure out who should be held responsible…. Read More »
Pinellas County Crash Statistics Wildly Inconsistent in 2017
Pinellas County boasts some of the best beaches and nightlife in Florida, and here on the Gulf Coast, it’s clear that St. Pete and Clearwater are popular destinations for tourists and Floridians alike. Despite the heavy traffic congestion and increased vehicle use countywide, the county’s auto accident rates appear to be going down. By… Read More »
Preparing for a Deposition: Dos and Don’ts
You were injured in an automobile accident or hurt by a negligent healthcare provider. You hired an attorney, and you filed a lawsuit. Now, you have been told that you are required to give a deposition. For most injury victims, the very thought of being forced to sit through a deposition sounds more like… Read More »
What to Say to an Insurance Adjuster
When people are involved in a car wreck, it triggers a series of events. First, regardless of who causes the collision, insurance companies have to be notified, then the insurance companies will begin their own investigations. At this point, insurance companies will have their own people start contacting everyone in order to gather information… Read More »
No-Fault Repeal Fails in Florida Senate
Amidst much in-fighting and political debate, Florida’s House passed a repeal of the no-fault insurance law by 88 – 15. However, the bill failed to pass in the Senate, essentially ending the push to return the state to a traditional tort-based insurance system. News reports abound, claiming that the repeal would only help trial… Read More »
Thirty-Eight States Now Make Revenge Porn Illegal: But What Exactly Is It?
Throughout the country, the legal community is seeing growing support for a growing initiative known as “cyber civil rights.” In fact, one group has compiled a wealth of information of various states’ laws and regulations on cyber-bullying and harassment. The Cyber Civil Rights Initiative currently reports that 38 states even have laws that make… Read More »
