Other Questions
What is the document called Statement of Client’s Rights that you gave me?
This is a disclosure that The Florida Bar requires all attorneys give to their clients in personal injury contingent fee cases so that clients may better understand their rights.
My claim is against my landlord. Will they evict me?
If you have a lease for a certain period of time, your landlord is not permitted to end your lease early, except under the lease terms. However, if your lease does not have a time period left on it, your landlord may require you to move out. The landlord must give you the correct amount […]
How will my case affect my health insurance?
Your health insurance will not be affected by your personal injury case. However, any medical care that is paid for by your health insurance will entitle the health insurance to a right of subrogation from the personal injury case settlement.
How will my case affect my government benefits (Medicare, Medicaid, SSI, SSDI, Food Stamps, Public Housing)?
There are a variety of ways to protect your benefits, and our firm will be happy to help you choose the one that is right for you when your case settles. For benefits such as Medicare and SSDI, there is no danger of your settlement interfering with your benefits.
Who will pay for the wages I lost when I was too hurt to go to work?
For the remaining unpaid portion, and for cases where there is no PIP insurance, the amount of your lost wages will be a factor when negotiating with the party who is at fault.