Personal Injury
Who Are the Plaintiffs and Defendants in St. Petersburg Personal Injury Cases?
April 28, 2023 | Winters & Yonker Personal Injury Lawyers | Personal Injury
In a St. Petersburg personal injury case, there are usually two parties: the plaintiff and the defendant. The plaintiff is the person who filed the lawsuit. The defendant is the person who is being sued. Most personal injury cases have only two parties. However, sometimes there are multiple plaintiffs and defendants. This can become...
Read moreWhat Happens During the Pre-Litigation Phase of My Personal Injury Case?
April 19, 2023 | Winters & Yonker Personal Injury Lawyers | Personal Injury
What is pre-litigation? The entirety of a typical personal injury claim technically constitutes the pre-litigation phase; most personal injury claims never make it to court. Even when they do, however, an important part of the case will probably take place before you ever file a lawsuit. The Initial Consultation Almost any personal injury lawyer...
Read moreA Step-by-Step Guide for Filing a Personal Injury Claim in Florida
April 15, 2023 | Winters & Yonker Personal Injury Lawyers | Personal Injury
Personal injury claims are an essential part of the Florida legal process. Filing a personal injury claim, however, takes advance planning. If you have suffered an injury due to someone else’s wrongdoing, you might need to file a personal injury claim to obtain damages (financial compensation). Following is a rundown of the process. Step...
Read moreThe Advantages of Hiring a Local Personal Injury Attorney in the Tampa Bay Area
April 7, 2023 | Winters & Yonker Personal Injury Lawyers | Personal Injury
When you’re harmed in an accident caused by another party, you may want to pursue compensation for your injuries and losses through a personal injury claim. A personal injury attorney can provide quality representation and fight diligently to protect your right to monetary recovery. While there are several options for personal injury lawyers, it...
Read moreThe Process of Receiving a Personal Injury Settlement Check in Florida
March 26, 2023 | Winters & Yonker Personal Injury Lawyers | Personal Injury
There is a difference between a claim and a lawsuit, and most people resolve their personal injury claims at the negotiation table rather than in court. It usually takes a few weeks to a few months to reach a settlement. Nevertheless, there is a procedure to follow, starting with signing the agreement and ending...
Read moreFlorida Personal Injury Settlements: Myths vs. Reality
February 27, 2023 | Winters & Yonker Personal Injury Lawyers | Personal Injury
The mass media isn’t a very good source of information on how personal injury settlements work. In fact, it is full of sensationalism and inaccuracies. Following are some of the realities you will face if you seek a personal injury settlement. Some of these realities are harsh, but some of them are not. Myth:...
Read moreHow Much Does a Clearwater Personal Injury Lawyer Make?
February 13, 2023 | Winters & Yonker Personal Injury Lawyers | Personal Injury
When you hire a Clearwater personal injury lawyer, one of the first questions you may have is how much it will cost you. You may already be drowining in medical bills and unable to work, so how much will you have to pay to a lawyer? And do you want to work with someone...
Read moreNine Things You Should Know About a Free Clearwater Personal Injury Lawyer Consultation
December 11, 2022 | Winters & Yonker Personal Injury Lawyers | Personal Injury
You hear and read about attorneys offering a free consultation for your personal injury case. But do you know what that means? Understanding why attorneys offer these evaluations and how to prepare for them can help make your consultation a valuable investment of your time. Consider these nine facts about free legal consultations. 1....
Read moreHow Much Does a Tampa Personal Injury Lawyer Cost?
November 25, 2022 | Winters & Yonker Personal Injury Lawyers | Personal Injury
People often wonder if they need a Tampa personal injury lawyer to represent them after an accident or personal injury. In most cases, it is in a person’s best interest to have legal counsel. The insurance company has a team of lawyers, claims adjusters, investigators, and other professionals protecting it from liability. Likewise, accident...
Read moreWhat Is Considered a “Reasonable Person” When It Comes to Negligence?
November 15, 2022 | Winters & Yonker Personal Injury Lawyers | Personal Injury
The “reasonable person” doesn't actually exist. They are a fictional person that jurists use to provide opposing parties with an objective standard to resolve a negligence claim. The question of whether a defendant was negligent often comes down to the question, “Would a ‘reasonable person’ have behaved in the manner that the defendant did...
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