Establishing a Medical Malpractice Case in Florida
Months ago, your doctor convinced you that you needed surgery to repair your back. But now, your back is in worse condition than before. And you’re convinced that the doctor’s incompetence is to blame.
You’re not the only one. Research shows that about 400,000 patients who are hospitalized experience preventable harm every year.
Fortunately, it is within your rights to seek compensation for any injuries that a negligent doctor has caused you. The question is, how do you establish a medical malpractice case in Florida?
Here’s a rundown on how to navigate a malpractice case.
Let’s jump in!
Breaching Standard of Care Caused Injury
To establish a medical malpractice case in Florida, you must first offer evidence that your doctor breached the established standard of care.
To do this, you must find a medical professional who is currently practicing in the field that your allegedly at-fault doctor is. Then, you will need to ask that medical expert for an affidavit.
An affidavit is a document that indicates that the medical expert swears to be truthful about the nature of their work, just as they would when testifying in court.
Without an affidavit, your Florida malpractice claim will not move forward as this is a requirement in Florida before bringing your claim.
Note that for specialists, they require you to have an affidavit from a similar type of specialist. So, if a specialist has injured you, be sure to get an affidavit from a similar specialist.
In addition to acquiring an affidavit, you need to prove causation as part of your claim. Specifically, you have the burden of proving that your physician’s breach primarily caused your injury, or was your injury’s “proximate cause.”
Put another way, you need to prove that more likely than not your injury would not have occurred had your doctor not acted negligently.
Medical Malpractice Led to Damages
Another important step in establishing your medical malpractice case is to prove that the allegedly at-fault doctor caused your injury.
For instance, be prepared to demonstrate that you accrued hefty medical expenses as a result of their negligence. Although not required, it is also helpful to prove that your injuries caused you to miss work for a long period of time. Finally, you’ll need to demonstrate that the doctor’s actions caused you extensive pain and suffering.
Doctor Ignored Your Medical History
If your doctor disregarded your medical history, proof of this should also be submitted as part of your Florida malpractice claim.
For example, let’s say you notified your physician that you were taking a particular medicine. However, your doctor prescribes another medicine that interacts with your first medicine in an adverse way.
In this situation, your doctor could be held liable for your medication’s reaction. That’s because the doctor received enough information to provide reasonable care to you and failed to do so.
Doctor Caused Avoidable Injuries
When filing a medical malpractice case, you must also prove that you sustained injuries that were not inevitable or reasonably foreseeable.
For example, let’s say you undergo heart surgery. To reach the heart, your surgeon has to cut through the breastbone.
In this situation, pain is inevitable. For this reason, you cannot sue the doctor for causing pain in your breastbone area. However, you can sue them if you are able to prove that they did not perform your surgery properly.
Investigating Your Case
When it comes to establishing your malpractice case, it is essential that you hire an attorney right away. A lawyer can conduct a thorough investigation of what took place to determine if you have a case.
For starters, they’ll speak with you or your family members to obtain a detailed timeline and story.
Next, the attorney will review your medical records. This can be a complex and challenging process, which is why it’s best to leave this job to your attorney.
Your attorney can then speak with a medical expert and review your medical records with them. Through this process, they can determine if the allegedly at-fault doctor failed to care for you properly and thus caused your injuries. If this is the case, then you’ll enter the pre-suit period.
The Pre-Suit Period
The pre-suit period is a period of 90 days during which the reportedly negligent doctor can do their own investigation of what happened in your case.
Once the 90 days are up, the doctor may offer you a monetary settlement, or they may simply deny your claim.
If your claim is denied or the settlement isn’t large enough to resolve your case, then your attorney may recommend filing a formal lawsuit against the doctor.
Filing a Lawsuit
Note that you have two years after you knew or should have known of the alleged medical malpractice to file your malpractice suit in Florida.
Note that the doctors prevail in eight out of 10 medical malpractice cases that end up going to trial. For this reason, it is critical that you choose a reputable attorney to represent you in court.
Fortunately, if you win your case in Florida, there is no maximum amount of damages you may receive for injuries stemming from medical malpractice.
How We Can Help with Your Medical Malpractice Case
It may be in your best interest to file a Florida malpractice claim if you suffer an injury at the hands of a Florida doctor. As long as you can demonstrate that the doctor caused your injuries due to breaching the established standard of care, you likely have a medical malpractice case.
En RHINO Lawyers, we have represented numerous victims of medical malpractice ranging from birth injury to cosmetic surgery malpractice. Get in touch with us for a free consultation regarding your case today.
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Commercial Truck Weight Enforcement In Florida
Terminado 20 million commercial vehicles are weighed yearly at the Florida highway weigh stations. Commercial truck weight enforcement keeps these extra-large vehicles in line and your roads safe. It may not seem important, but trucks could easily get overloaded without this enforcement.
This could significantly damage the roads and put other drivers in danger. As a commercial truck driver, it’s important to know and follow Florida’s maximum weight limits.
Florida Vehicle Restrictions
El Florida statutes outline how physically large a vehicle can be when operating on Florida highways. However, it isn’t just the height, width, and length limits that commercial truck drivers must consider. There are also weight limits.
The state imposes commercial truck weight restrictions because highways are designed to withstand a certain amount of weight. Drive on them with weight over this limit, and the road can prematurely break apart. This creates a dangerous surface for other drivers and increases maintenance costs for the state.
Maximum Weight Allowed
These are the maximum weight limits that all vehicles driving on Florida highways must abide by. While these maximum limits are far beyond what a passenger vehicle weighs, they apply to commercial trucks.
As you can see, there is an overall maximum weight. There is also a maximum weight for the vehicle’s number of axles. The axle is the central shaft or bar that goes under the vehicle and connects the wheels on either side.
A standard semi truck with an attached trailer will have five axles. Knowing the distance between the first and last axles is also important.
- Gross Vehicle Weight – 80,000 pounds
- Single Axle – 22,000 pounds maximum
- Tandem Axle – 44,000 pounds maximum
Van Straight Truck
A straight van truck looks like a local delivery truck or moving truck. The cab is permanently connected to the cargo box.
- The maximum weight allowed is 53,141 pounds.
- Single Axle – 22,000 pounds
- Tandem Axle – 44,000 pounds
- Length – 14 feet
Tractor Semi-Trailer
A tractor semi-trailer is a cab with a trailer attached. These are the semi trucks that you typically see driving freight and cargo on the highway. The cab can separate from the trailer and drop it off at the delivery destination.
- Single Axle – 22,000 pounds
- Tandem Axle – 44,000 pounds
- Length – 51 feet
- Internal bridge 1 – 16 feet
- Internal bridge 2 – 40 feet
Tractor Tanker Semi-Trailer
This style of commercial truck uses a similar semi-cab as a tractor-trailer combo. However, instead of the trailer, it attaches to a large tank. These trucks haul milk, gasoline, and other large quantities of liquid.
- The maximum weight allowed is 73,271 pounds.
- Single Axle – 22,000 pounds
- Tandem Axle – 44,000 pounds
- Bridge Length – 36 feet
Truck Exceptions
Some exceptions to the maximum vehicle weight include dump trucks, concrete mixers, and waste collection vehicles. These vehicles’ sole purpose is to haul extremely heavy cargo. Because of this, special weight and size limits apply.
- Maximum Gross Weight – 70,000 pounds
- Maximum Weight on Front Axle – 14,520 pounds
Motor Carrier Size and Weight Program
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) follows the Motor Carrier Size and Weight Program (MCSAW) to enforce maximum weight limits. The weight enforcement program aims to protect Florida’s highways and bridges from damage.
Weigh Stations
Florida commercial truck weight limits are informed with the use of weigh stations. They are located throughout the state and are open 24/7. While there are some exceptions, all commercial trucks are required to stop at all weigh stations.
Commercial truck drivers who fail to stop when required can find themselves heavily fined.
Weigh-In-Motion Interstate-Based Weigh Stations
Modern weight stations use weight-in-motion systems. These are sensors placed on the road’s surface. As the truck drives over the sensors, they weigh the truck.
Trucks that are within an acceptable range are green-lighted. Trucks that fall outside of the threshold get red-flagged and pulled to the side for a more accurate weighing and inspection.
These sensors have sophisticated calibration. They can detect the axel spacing to determine the truck’s weight class correctly. Several of these weigh station systems are in place throughout the state.
- Flagler
- Madison
- Martin
- Pensacola
- Punta Gorda
- Seffner
- Sneads
- White Springs
- Wildwood
- Yulee
Static Station Non-Interstate Based Weigh Stations
Static weight stations are located on the side of interstate highways throughout Florida and other states. The truck pulls off the highway onto an access road. The driver pulls the truck onto the large-scale plates when it’s their turn.
This large weighing system determines the entire weight of the truck. Often, they inspect the rest of the truck during the weighing process.
- Hilliard
- Hopewell
- Lake City
- MacClenny
- Old Town
- Palatka
- Palm Coast
- Pensacola
- Plantation Key
- Yulee
Dangers of Overweight or Improperly Loaded Trucks
An improperly loaded commercial truck creates a high truck accident risk. This could be an overweight commercial truckload or improperly loaded cargo.
A commercial truck could roll over during sharp turns or in high wind. There is also a greater danger when navigating steep hills. Finally, emergency or sudden stopping becomes significantly harder.
Unfortunately, passenger vehicles can also suffer the consequences when these dangerous situations happen. Passenger vehicle drivers and passengers suffer increased property damage and injuries because of the significant size and weight difference.
Thankfully, some personal injury attorneys focus on helping victims of these trucking accidents. This involves recovery from physical injuries and property damage.
Commercial Truck Weight Enforcement
Florida’s commercial truck weight enforcement program helps to protect the roads and drivers. Overweight vehicles create unnecessary wear and tear and increase safety risks. If you have experienced a commercial truck accident, you may have a claim for recovery.
If you’ve experienced an accident involving a commercial truck, programar una consulta gratuita with one of our experienced attorneys.
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Know Your Rights When Stopped at a Florida DUI Checkpoint
Even with fewer drivers on the road, alcohol is the leading cause of traffic fatalities. Every year, we lose over 10,000 people to drunk driving.
One way to combat drunk driving is to use DUI checkpoints, also known as sobriety checkpoints. Unfortunately, these checkpoints can be very stressful. If you’re not sure how to behave, you can easily incriminate yourself.
Want to prepare for encountering a Florida DUI checkpoint? Here’s all you need to know about what to expect and how to protect your rights.
Are DUI Checkpoints Legal?
Some states lack the statutory authority to conduct DUI checkpoints. That said, Florida is on the list of 38 states where these checkpoints are legal.
According to the GHSA, there are about 15 to 20 DUI checkpoints set up in Florida each month. Some of these checkpoints are permanently manned. Others are set up in random locations, usually in high-risk areas.
It’s important to remember that DUI checkpoints serve a valuable purpose. Still, the officer conducting them may violate your constitutional rights. If you believe this is the case, contact a professional Florida DUI lawyer.
DUI Checkpoint Laws
Not sure which procedures officers must follow while manning a DUI checkpoint in Florida? Here are three common examples.
The Three-Minute Rule
As the name implies, Florida officers can’t detain a motorist at a sobriety checkpoint for more than three minutes. If they determine probable cause, however, they can keep a vehicle for much longer.
If a stop takes longer than three minutes without cause, the officer must suspend the diversion of vehicles. A checkpoint may also be unreasonable if it ends up holding up upcoming traffic.
Checkpoint Scheduling
Law enforcement agencies must provide information about any scheduled DUI checkpoints. If you don’t want to deal with this inconvenience, you can simply avoid those areas. This information is available at DUIBlock.
Determining the DUI Formula
Officers must determine the procedure for pulling drivers over before establishing the checkpoint. Their selection must be fair and random. For example, they may decide to pull over every third car passing through.
Avoiding the Checkpoint
A DUI checkpoint is legal, but avoiding it is legal as well. If an officer doesn’t have probable cause, they can’t pull you over for avoiding a checkpoint.
Doing this is easier than it may seem. According to Florida law, officers must set up signs that warn drivers of the checkpoint. Once you see these signs, you can make legal traffic maneuvers to turn around.
Sometimes, though, there will be no legal way to avoid a checkpoint. In this situation, your best option is to go through it. Making an illegal U-turn to avoid a checkpoint will likely result in getting pulled over.
Answering Questions
A DUI checkpoint starts like any other traffic stop you’ll encounter. An officer will ask you to pull to the side and provide identification.
At this point, the officer will ask you some questions. Depending on your answers and behavior, they may find probable cause to investigate further. Not having the necessary documents may also nudge them in this direction.
What you may not know is that you don’t have to answer these questions. Instead, you can say that you don’t wish to say more without an attorney present. You can also show them your “Know Your Rights” card.
Some drivers keep their windows rolled up at checkpoints and don’t interact at all. Though this is legal, it’s not the best course of action. By being polite, you can make sure an officer won’t mistake your silence for non-compliance.
Consenting to Tests
Regardless of whether you talk to them, the officer may believe you’re driving under the influence. If so, they can ask you to perform some tests.
Field Sobriety Test
The first test you’ll need to perform is the field sobriety test. That involves doing a series of three field sobriety exercises (FSEs):
- Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus (Follow-the-Pen)
- Walk-and-Turn
- One-Leg Stand
A field sobriety test can be a double-edged sword. If you haven’t consumed any alcohol, it may be wise to take part in it. That said, many sober drivers find it hard to perform this test while facing arrest.
Of course, you also have the right to refuse to take part in the test. Many officers will neglect to mention this option while making their requests. Doing so, however, may give the officers probable cause to do a chemical test.
Chemical Testing
Chemical testing may involve a breathalyzer or blood test. Under Florida’s implied consent law, you can’t refuse a chemical test. Doing so is a misdemeanor offense and makes you subject to the following penalties:
- 12-month license suspension for a first-time refusal
- 18-month license suspension for a previous refusal
Keep in mind that a breathalyzer test can be wrong. Many factors can cause a positive reading, from poor calibration to certain medical conditions. Blood tests tend to be more accurate, but they aren’t used as often.
Protecting Your Rights
Even if you’ve done nothing wrong, DUI checkpoints can be intimidating. If you’re charged with a DUI, though, it’s essential to protect your rights.
First, keep in mind that getting arrested for a DUI in Florida can lead to severe penalties. Many of these penalties have long-term implications. That’s particularly true for pilots and other specific professions.
If you’re arrested at a DUI checkpoint, it’s in your best interest to talk to a DUI lawyer right away. In fact, you should contact a lawyer as soon as you’re pulled over. That’s the easiest way to ensure you’re treated fairly.
A DUI lawyer can do a lot for your case. They’ll request the police report from your arrest, which can impact your defense. They can also ensure that the officers used the appropriate checkpoint procedures.
This Is What to Do at a DUI Checkpoint
As you can see, there are many things you should keep in mind if you’re stopped at a DUI checkpoint. If you ever need a refresher on what to do in this situation, this guide is the perfect starting point!
Were you arrested for a DUI in Florida? If so, our experienced DUI attorneys will do everything they can to mitigate the impact of these charges. Contáctanos aquí to learn more about your legal options!
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How Fast Can Commercial Trucks Safely Travel On Florida Highways?
In 2020, 4,842 commercial trucks were involved in accidents resulting in fatalities. One of the most common reasons for a trucking accident is speeding. This could be the truck traveling faster than the posted speed limit or faster than the road conditions allow.
As a truck driver operating a large vehicle on Florida highways, you need to know what is a safe speed.
Florida Speed Limit Laws
Any vehicle, commercial or not that operates on Florida highways must follow the Florida speed statutes. In the state of Florida, the speed limit will never be more than 70 miles per hour. You will see this maximum speed limit on Florida highways and major toll roads.
However, not all areas of all highways and tolls are 70 miles per hour. Always look for a sign when entering the road to ensure you know the applicable speed limit.
Minimum Speed Law
There is also a minimum speed limit of 40 miles per hour. Traveling too slowly is just as dangerous as going too fast when driving on highways. Often, it isn’t the truck driver but a passenger vehicle traveling too slowly that causes a highway accident.
You won’t see specific commercial truck speed limits because all vehicles must follow the same speed laws. Truck drivers involved in accidents can speak with a truck accident lawyer. This helps them understand their rights and responsibilities.
Reasons a Commercial Truck Should Slow Down
Just because the speed limit states 70 miles per hour does not mean that a truck driver should always travel at that speed. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) recommends that drivers reduce their speed in certain circumstances.
- Traffic conditions
- Construction zones
- Conditions of low visibility
- Uneven roads or gravel roads
- Road conditions and road hazards, including debris
- Vehicle mechanical issues or failure
- On and off-highway exit ramps
- Curves, road bends, and sharp turns
- Hills and inclines
- Unfamiliar roads
If heavy traffic is on the highway, you may be unable to drive at the speed you want. The other traffic will dictate how fast you can travel. Despite multiple lanes, traffic can become heavy and block a truck’s ability to navigate the road.
Road conditions can also create a temporary hazard that requires traffic to reduce its speed. For example, construction, an accident, or debris on the road. These are all conditions that can be unpredictable but present a hazard.
Types of Accidents Caused by Speed
When traveling too fast, you reduce the time available for a response. Humans can only react so quickly, and this action time becomes longer when tired or distracted. Accidents can happen simply because you cannot act quickly enough for the speed traveled.
Mechanical Failure
Faster speeds come with additional heat. The faster the speed traveled, the more friction that gets created, and the more heat generated.
This increased heat puts more wear and tear on the truck. Engine failure or a tire blowout from the additional heat can cause an accident.
Loss of Control
High speeds make it more difficult to control a truck. Large commercial vehicles weigh tens of thousands of pounds. This is a lot of weight to control.
Combine that weight with forwarding motion, and you get a physical force that has more momentum than you can handle. Should you need to turn or stop quickly, the trailer will continue moving forward.
This could cause a rollover, jackknife, skidding, or swaying. All of these are extremely dangerous and can cause accidents.
Driving in Bad Weather
When the weather becomes bad, drivers should reduce their speed. This applies to commercial trucks just as it does to passenger cars. When visibility gets reduced, it becomes harder for a driver to see the road ahead.
This reduces reaction time and increases the risk of an accident. Florida also experiences high amounts of rain. Rainwater on the road mixes with the oil dropped by vehicles. The mixture creates a slick surface that reduces the traction of the rubber tires.
When there’s limited traction, stopping times increase. Drivers should reduce their speed to compensate for this. Otherwise, they risk getting into an accident because they didn’t have complete control of the truck at the speed they are traveling.
Night Driving
Even if the weather is clear, driving at night presents unique risks that require you to slow down. First, less light makes it harder to see the road ahead and reduces your available reaction time.
Second, headlights from oncoming traffic make it harder to see the road. Third, the night is when many wild animals become active. Should a large animal venture onto the highway, it can create a risk of an accident.
Driving late at night can also make drivers more drowsy and less alert than they would be during the day. This slows their response time and increases the risk of an accident.
Commercial Truck Speed Limiters
In order to ensure safe travel, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) announced earlier this year its intent to move forward with rules enforcing speed limiters on heavy commercial trucks. The goal would be to enforce speed limit laws by not allowing large trucks to travel over a predetermined speed.
Hold Commercial Trucks Accountable
Just like passenger vehicles, commercial trucks can cause accidents. However, if speed is the reason for the accident, the damage and injuries can become significantly greater. As a truck driver, knowing your rights and protecting yourself from accident claims is important.
Speaking with an experienced personal injury lawyer can help you understand your rights. They may also be able to secure compensation for your loss.
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What Is the Difference Between a DUI and a BUI?
Did you know that operating a vessel while impaired by alcohol or other drugs is a major violation of Florida law?
Believe it or not, it’s true. And, if suspected of operating a boat under the influence, officers can require you to pass a sobriety test. Failure will result in a specific boating ticket, known as a BUI – boating under the influence.
This offense is actually just as serious as a DUI, issued for drunk driving. And it can have major impacts on your future, especially if you’re an avid boater. Read on to learn about the difference between these two charges, and the penalties associated with both.
Boating Under the Influence
Debajo Florida statutes, any boater suspected of operating a vessel while intoxicated can be subjected to either a physical or chemical test to determine how much alcohol is in their breath or blood. This could include field sobriety tests. Like blowing into a breathalyzer and even having blood drawn.
If they determined that the operator is legally intoxicated. Meaning they have a blood or breath alcohol level at or above .08. Then the officers could charge them with a BUI offense.
Also, they can file BUI charges under some special circumstances. Like, when a boat driver has less alcohol in their system. For example, if they determined that the operator is under the influence of drugs other than alcohol.
Also, if they find any boat operator under 21 years of age to have a blood or breath alcohol level of .02 or higher. They can charge them with a BUI.
Understanding BUI Charges
If you have a BUI charge in Florida, you can expect the state to prosecute your case aggressively. In most cases, they will seek the maximum penalty. This varies based on how many BUI offenses you have received.
- First BUI Offense – This misdemeanor may result in a fine of up to $1,000, and up to 6 months of jail time
- Second BUI Offense – Also a misdemeanor, this charge is associated with fines of up to $2,000, and up to 9 months in jail
- Third BUI Offense Within 10 Years – This third-degree felony charge can result in up to $5,000 in fines, and 5 years of jail time
- Third BUI Offense More Than Ten Years After Prior Conviction – This misdemeanor charge is associated with a fine of up to $2,000, and up to 1 year in jail
In addition to the penalties listed above, all Florida BUI convictions are associated with a minimum probation period of one year per offense. Terms will include monthly reporting to an assigned officer, community service, and drug and alcohol counseling.
This probationary period may be extended for repeat BUI convictions.
Aggravated BUI Charges
In some cases, they might consider BUI charges aggravated. For example, if the vessel operator has a blood or breath alcohol level of .15 or higher. Plus, they can apply these more serious charges if the person suspected of BUI has prior DUI convictions. Or if they have another drug-related offense on their record.
The term aggravated may also indicate that a BUI incident involved other factors that enhance the severity of the crime and its penalties. This might include:
- BUI incidents resulting in property damage
- BUI incidents that cause bodily injury or death
- If the BUI incidents involve a minor
Aggravated BUI charges associated with property damage are first-degree misdemeanors. And they carry maximum penalties of $1,000 in fines and a one-year jail sentence. If you cause bodily injury, this is a third-degree felony, which could lead to a fine of up to $5,000, and jail time of up to 5 years.
A BUI that leads to the death of another person the law may consider BUI manslaughter. This second-degree felony can result in fines of up to $10,000 and up to 15 years in jail. And, if a BUI suspect leaves the scene of a boating accident. Rather than rendering aid to injured victims. Then they could face a first-degree felony, with fines of up to $10,000 and jail time of up to 30 years.
The Difference Between DUI and BUI
Simply put, the primary difference between boating and driving under the influence is what kind of transportation is being used – a boat or a car.
The two crimes carry similarly serious penalties. Though a BUI won’t necessarily impact your legal ability to drive. And unfortunately, in both DUI and BUI cases, the punishment begins well before conviction. Because they will likely arrest you, impound your vessel or vehicle, and face serious financial consequences.
Both first-time DUI and BUI charges will result in hefty fines, probation, a tarnished legal record, and potentially court-ordered counseling. Even worse, repeated DUI and BUI offenses can lead to felony charges and extended jail sentences.
No matter which type of charges you’re facing, it’s essential to act quickly. Your criminal record will show both misdemeanor and felony offenses. Potentially making it difficult to rent or buy a home, find a good job, or attend college.
It’s also important to note that the court can combine a history of DUI and BUI convictions, leading to aggravated charges and higher penalties. And, you’re unlikely to win your case without legal aid!
Florida BUI Defense
If you’ve received a charge of DUI or BUI, or need legal defense in Florida, you’re in the right place.
We have a team of dedicated attorneys and legal professionals at RHINO Lawyers to help each client win their case. And, we have decades of experience working with people just like you.
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How to Calculate a Medical Malpractice Settlement
Around 20,000 medical malpractice claims are filed every year in the United States. Each of these claims seeks justice for suffering and damages caused by medical negligence.
While a successful claim won’t reverse the damage that has been done, it can provide valuable compensation. A successful claim will result in a settlement or a judgment following a jury verdict, which can provide financial stability as you adjust to life after your injuries.
Knowing what you can claim in your medical malpractice settlement will ensure that you get a fair deal if your case is successful. So how do you calculate a medical malpractice settlement? Read on to find out everything you need to know.
What is Medical Malpractice?
Medical malpractice is also known as medical negligence.
This occurs when a medical professional fails to provide a good standard of care to their patients. This can directly harm patients in their care.
If you have suffered harm as a result of medical negligence then you could have a medical malpractice case.
When you make a claim, a time will come when you will need to consider a potential settlement amount. This is the amount of compensation that you are seeking for your injuries.
In that case, you will need to carefully calculate how much compensation you want for your injuries. This must be based on the impact that your injuries have had on your life, as well as many other factors.
With that in mind, let’s take a closer look at how to calculate your medical malpractice settlement figure.
Calculating Your Medical Malpractice Settlement
Settlement laws in Florida used to set a $500,000 cap on medical malpractice cases in Florida.
However, now there is arguably no cap for medical malpractice claims so, in theory, you can make a claim for as much as you want. However, the settlement you ask for should reflect the severity of your injuries and their impact on your life.
Because of this, each medical malpractice settlement is unique. So to calculate an accurate settlement you and your lawyers will need to examine to main areas:
- Economic damages of your injuries (now and in the future)
- Non-Economic damages of your injuries (now and in the future)
When calculating your claim it is essential to think about how your injuries might impact your life in the future as well as how they impacted you in the past.
Once you have accepted a settlement you cannot revise this figure or make another claim for your case in the future. Thinking about the long-term impact of your case and figuring out your needs will ensure you get a fair settlement.
Economic Damages (Special Damages)
Economic damages in your medical malpractice case focus on how your injuries have affected you financially. This might include:
- Surgery or treatment to repair the damage caused by medical malpractice
- On-going treatment or medication for chronic issues caused by your injuries
- Specialist equipment that you need for treatment or in daily life
- Hiring live-in care
Managing your injuries alone can cost thousands of dollars and this can all be included in your claim settlement.
Your injuries may also affect your ability to work now and in the future. This can have a huge impact on your financial stability for years to come. So you can also include lost income in your economic damages.
Non-Economic Damages (General Damages)
Non-economic damages look at the way your injuries have affected your life in a wider sense.
This can include pain and suffering or damage to your personal relationships. To prove these kinds of damages, your lawyer may ask for testimony from your loved ones or a professional psychologist.
Of course, it is harder to put pinpoint the exact value of these damages. Once you have gathered everything you want to claim, lawyers will look at comparable cases and their settlements. They can use these to find a realistic figure for your claim.
What is the Average Settlement For a Medical Malpractice Claim?
The average medical malpractice settlement for an out-of-court case in America is $242,000. Taking your case to court can be risky and will cost you more.
The amount that you can expect as a malpractice settlement depends on many factors including, the amount of available insurance coverage and the severity of your injuries.
Minor Medical Malpractice Cases
Minor cases don’t tend to have a long-term impact on your life. However, they can still cause serious discomfort and distress.
These cases can include resolved allergic reactions or shots that were administered incorrectly. Settlements for these cases are generally much lower than significant medical malpractice cases.
Cases Resulting in Short-Term Disabilities or Illnesses
Short-term disabilities or illnesses last for up to six months. After this, you should have recovered without your injuries having an impact on your long-term health.
Common causes of short-term disabilities can include misdiagnoses or missed diagnoses. They can also include minor prenatal errors or minor surgical mistakes.
The average settlement for these kinds of cases is higher than minor medical malpractice cases but lower than cases that require surgery or result in permanent injuries.
Cases That Require Surgery or Rehab
Some medical malpractice injuries will require serious intervention. If you have to have surgery to correct an error or attend rehab, you could be awarded a significant settlement commensurate with the amount of your injuries.
Medical Malpractice Cases With Long-Term Consequences
Severe medical malpractice cases can result in serious injuries, illness, or infections, as well as pain and suffering. This goes on for six months or more and may require ongoing treatment.
Cases involving severe medical malpractice can be awarded substantial settlements depending on the severity of the injuries.
Cases Resulting in Permanent Injuries
Unfortunately, some medical malpractice injuries will be permanent. The most serious cases result in permanent disabilities. Wrongful death suits can also be included in this area of medical malpractice.
These kinds of cases can be awarded settlements of $1,000,000 or more. So far, the largest medical malpractice settlement in US history is $229,000,000. This was awarded to a mother whose baby suffered brain damage during childbirth after the hospital failed to monitor her.
Get Help Calculating Your Medical Malpractice Settlement Today
As you can see, calculating your medical malpractice settlement depends a lot on the severity of your injuries and how they impact your life. Your figure can account for a range of damage caused by your injuries. So you don’t just have to focus on their financial impact.
If you have been the victim of medical malpractice then you should seek legal support when calculating your settlement. An experienced medical malpractice lawyer will understand everything about your claim and ensure you get a fair settlement.
Ponerse en contacto con RHINO Lawyers for a free consultation about your case today we’re happy to help.
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¿Es ilegal comer mientras se conduce en Florida?
Distracted driving isn’t just fiddling with the radio. More than 3,100 Americans were killed due to distracted drivers in 2020 alone.
Most people assume that these accidents had to do with cell phones. Many of them did.
But thousands of distracted driving accidents occur every year because the driver is eating while they are driving. If you eat while driving, you need to know about the dangers that simple action can cause.
Is it illegal to eat while driving? Can eating in your car affect your odds of winning a civil case? What should you do to stay safe while driving on Florida roads?
Answer these questions and you can become a smart and focused driver in no time. Here is your quick guide.
Florida Traffic Laws
There is no law specifically against eating while driving. Distracted driving laws apply to driving with an electronic device or cell phone in your car, not food or drinks.
However, other traffic laws may impact you. Section 316.1925 of the Florida Statutes applies to careless driving. Any person who operates a car in a way that endangers someone else’s life and property can be cited for a moving violation. If your food distracts you and causes you to speed or swerve, you may receive a careless driving citation.
Section 316.192 applies to reckless driving. This occurs when a driver operates their vehicle with “willful or wanton disregard for the safety of persons or property.”
If you take your hands off the wheel to hold your food or if you look away from the road, you may crash your car and receive a reckless driving charge. A first-time conviction of reckless driving can lead to a prison sentence of up to 90 days, even if you don’t hurt anyone.
Responsabilidad civil
Florida is a comparative negligence state. This means that someone can claim damages from you based on how much responsibility you bear for the accident. Even if the other driver was mostly at fault, they can receive some money from you.
The plaintiff can build a strong auto accident case against you using surveillance footage and eyewitnesses. They can show you were looking at your food or had your hand off the wheel when the accident happened. This may be enough evidence to establish fault.
The worse the car accident is, the more money you may need to pay. Juries can give money to plaintiffs based on their pain and suffering.
They can also assign damages based on lost income, mental health problems, and vehicle damage. Damages can total thousands of dollars, even if the collision was a complete accident.
Insurance companies will also look at your degree of fault in an accident. If they find out you were eating while driving, they can deny you a claim for compensation, forcing you to pay out of pocket.
Tips to Avoid Problems
You should avoid all types of distracted driving, including eating while driving. The key to being an attentive driver is to eliminate all sources of distractions. You should follow several steps simultaneously so there is no chance that food distracts you.
Pull Over to Eat
When you need to eat, you should pull your car over. Park in a parking lot or in a roadside parking spot and eat there.
Turn your vehicle off so there is no chance of your car moving while you are eating. You can step outside your car or remain inside to eat, though you may want to sit in the passenger seat so a police officer doesn’t think you are idling.
You should also pull over to have a beverage, as drinks can be as distracting as food. Never drink alcohol inside your car, even if the car is off and you are not driving. Carrying an open container of alcohol in your car is a criminal offense in Florida.
Do Not Keep Food in Your Car
You are more likely to eat while driving when there is food in your car. While you are driving in Florida, you should keep food out of arm’s reach. Do not put any snacks in your glove box, side compartments, or cup holders.
If you are bringing home groceries, you should put them in the back seat or trunk instead of in the passenger seat. Store your items in coolers so they are harder to access.
Do Not Drive While You Are Hungry
Though you should not drive while you are eating, you should also not drive while you are hungry. Hunger can be as distracting as food, and significant hunger can cause lightheadedness and drowsiness.
Eat a big meal before you start driving. Try to eat foods that are high in protein and whole grains, as they burn slowly and keep you full for a long period of time.
Nut and fruit mixes offer protein with healthy sugars that create energy for hours. You can also eat a meat sandwich with whole wheat bread.
Can You Eat While Driving?
You take a big risk when you eat while driving. There is no law against it.
But food can take your eyes off the road, leading to a careless driving or reckless driving charge. Food can increase your fault percentage for the accident, driving up how much money you need to pay in a civil case. Always pull over to eat or drink, and eat something before you get behind the wheel.
If you get into an accident, you need a smart lawyer to avoid damages and charges. RHINO Lawyers serves Florida residents. Contáctenos hoy.
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En resumen, después de un accidente automovilístico, es posible que no conozca sus derechos. Sobre todo, no luche solo durante el proceso. En realidad, nuestro equipo de lesiones personales está aquí para ayudarle con cualquier necesidad legal que pueda tener relacionada con su accidente.
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¿Existe un límite para los daños por negligencia médica?
Los casos de negligencia médica están arrasando en Florida. Entre 2009 y 2019, los médicos de Florida pagaron más de $460 millones para resolver las demandas por negligencia médica.
Podría tener derecho a una indemnización significativa debido a los errores de su médico negligente. Sin embargo, no puede simplemente presentar una demanda y esperar ganar a lo grande. Las demandas por negligencia médica requieren un amplio conocimiento de las leyes, incluidas aquellas que pueden imponer límites a los daños médicos.
¿Imponen las leyes de Florida limitaciones a los daños y perjuicios por negligencia médica? ¿Cómo se demuestra que sufrió un acto de negligencia médica? ¿Qué documentos necesita para probar los daños económicos y no económicos?
Responda a estas preguntas y es posible que podamos presentar una demanda por negligencia médica en su nombre. Aquí tiene su guía rápida.
Leyes de negligencia médica de Florida
En las demandas por negligencia médica, los demandantes pueden reclamar dinero a los demandados basándose en sus pérdidas económicas y no económicas. Las pérdidas económicas son los gastos médicos pasados y futuros y los salarios perdidos. Las pérdidas no económicas se basan en el dolor, el sufrimiento, los inconvenientes y la pérdida del disfrute de la vida.
Estatuto de Florida 766.118 impuso un límite a los daños no económicos. En la mayoría de los casos, el límite máximo era de $500,000. En los casos que implicaban la muerte o un estado vegetativo permanente, los daños no económicos podían ascender hasta $1 millón.
Sin embargo, un caso de la Corte Suprema de Florida concluyó que esta limitación era inconstitucional. El estatuto técnicamente sigue vigente. Pero, podría decirse que actualmente no existe un límite real a los daños no económicos en casos de negligencia médica en este momento.
La Cámara de Representantes de Florida intentó aprobar una nueva ley con límites en 2019. La ley no prosperó en el comité. Sin embargo, la ley podría presentarse nuevamente en otra sesión, por lo que debe seguir las noticias para ver si afectará su caso.
Tenga en cuenta que cada estado tiene sus propias leyes sobre negligencia médica. Algunos estados imponen un límite a los daños no económicos, mientras que otros imponen un límite a todos los daños. Hable con un abogado en su estado para obtener más detalles.
Probando negligencia médica
La anulación del límite a las indemnizaciones por negligencia médica puede beneficiar los daños en su caso, pero aún debe presentar pruebas de sus reclamaciones por negligencia médica. Debe cumplir varios requisitos legales para ganar su caso.
Debe demostrar que el acusado incumplió un estándar de atención. Los ejemplos incluyen diagnosticarle mal o causarle una lesión innecesaria durante un procedimiento médico.
Puede pedirle a un profesional médico que testifique por usted y describa en detalle cómo el médico cometió un error.
La causalidad es la prueba de que el demandado causó su lesión. Puede usar documentos del hospital para demostrar que estuvieron a cargo de su cirugía o medicamento. Si está demandando a varias personas, debe proporcionar evidencia de causalidad para cada demandado.
Tus lesiones deben ser innecesarias según el tratamiento que recibiste. Muchas personas experimentan sangrado o hematomas después de una cirugía, pero eso no significa necesariamente que haya habido negligencia médica.
Pero el daño en los nervios y los problemas de movilidad a largo plazo pueden ser innecesarios, y es posible que pueda presentar una demanda basándose en ellos. Debe proporcionar sus registros médicos a su abogado, quien trabajará para contratar a los profesionales médicos expertos adecuados para respaldar sus reclamos.
Demostración de daños económicos
Los daños económicos pueden ser muy fáciles de demostrar. Para mostrar cuánto gastó en sus gastos médicos, puede proporcionar las facturas y los recibos del hospital.
Puede reclamar dinero basándose en tratamientos en curso, incluida la terapia de rehabilitación. Puede usar facturas y documentos de gastos de su terapeuta o médico personal para demostrar cuánto está pagando.
Si sufrió un problema de salud mental debido a la negligencia médica, puede reclamar dinero para su tratamiento de salud mental. Debe demostrar un vínculo directo entre la negligencia y su problema de salud, lo cual puede hacer a través de un perito. Luego debe proporcionar los recibos o facturas relacionados con su tratamiento.
Para probar los salarios perdidos, puede utilizar formularios de impuestos, recibos de pago y tarjetas de registro de hora. También puede pedirle a su jefe que testifique en su nombre, explicando cómo sus lesiones han afectado su desempeño laboral.
Reclamación de daños no económicos
Los daños no económicos son difíciles de cuantificar. La clave es ser específico con su reclamo y vincular su reclamo a su condición física.
Deberías ser capaz de describir claramente cómo tus problemas físicos han afectado tu capacidad para vivir la vida al máximo. El dolor físico puede hacer que te sea más difícil dormir, caminar o comer. Es posible que no puedas atender a tu familia o amigos porque estás lidiando con tus síntomas.
Crea una imagen de tu vida antes de la negligencia médica y después. Deja claro que tu vida ha cambiado significativamente desde el incidente y que necesitas una compensación para volver a tu nivel de vida anterior. Puedes describir cómo usarás el dinero para alcanzar la etapa de máxima mejoría médica.
Sus seres queridos también pueden ayudar. Deben describir su pérdida de compañía y su ansiedad por su salud física y mental.
Los fundamentos de las leyes y límites de negligencia médica
Las leyes sobre negligencia médica siempre están evolucionando. Las leyes de Florida sí establecieron un límite para los daños no económicos, pero se puede argumentar que dicho límite ya no existe. En Florida nunca ha habido un límite para los daños económicos.
Todavía debes demostrar que tu médico fue negligente y que puedes reclamar daños y perjuicios específicos. Tu abogado contratará a un perito que pueda describir tus lesiones y el error de tu médico. Usa tus facturas médicas, recibos y talones de pago para mostrar cuánto dinero perdiste.
Encuentre a un abogado que sepa todo sobre las normativas de negligencia médica en Florida. RHINO Lawyers atiende a los pacientes y a las familias de Tampa. Contáctenos hoy.
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¿Es el delito de huir y evadir a la policía un delito grave (felony)?
Fleeing and eluding a police officer is a felony in Florida. If you receive a conviction for this offense, you could face jail time, fines, or probation. So, it is important to understand the consequences of fleeing and eluding so you can make an informed decision about how to respond if the police stop you.
Here are a few tips from an experienced criminal defense attorney about charges for eluding a police officer.
Definition of Fleeing and Eluding
Section 316.1935 of the Florida Statutes defines the crime of fleeing and eluding as the failure to stop your vehicle in a timely and safe manner when ordered to do so by a law enforcement officer.
This officer must have emergency lights activated while in a fully marked patrol car. Thus failure to stop is often considered a felony offense. And punishable by fines, imprisonment, or both.
In some states, they consider fleeing and eluding a crime of violence. Which can result in enhanced penalties. If you receive accusations of fleeing and eluding, it is important to contact an experienced criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. Because they can help you understand the charges against you and your legal options.
Categories of Fleeing and Eluding
There are several categories of fleeing and eluding offenses in Florida. Let’s take a look at some of these charges.
Without Sirens Activated
This is a different charge if the officer’s sirens are not activated. It is a first-degree misdemeanor punishable by up to one year in jail and a $1,000 fine.
With Sirens Activated
The penalty for fleeing and eluding with sirens activated is a felony third-degree charge. This is punishable by a prison term of up to 5 years and a $5,000 fine.
Aggravated Fleeing and Eluding
Fleeing and eluding with wanton disregard for the safety of others is aggravated fleeing and eluding. This is a felony third-degree charge punishable by a prison term of up to 15 years and a $10,000 fine.
High Speed or Reckless Driving
If you receive an accusation of fleeing and eluding while driving at a high rate of speed or in a reckless manner, you will be charged with a felony third-degree. This is punishable by a prison term of up to five years and a $5,000 fine.
Causing Property Damage or Personal Injury
Now, if you receive an accusation of fleeing and eluding and causing damage to someone else’s property or personal injury. Then they will charge you with a felony of the first degree. This is punishable by a prison term of up to thirty years and a $10,000 fine.
Causing Serious Bodily Harm or Death
The penalties for this offense are much harsher as it is classified as a first-degree felony. It is punishable by a prison term of up to 30 years and a $10,000 fine. If the victim suffers permanent disability or disfigurement, the penalties increase to up to life in prison.
If you receive a conviction of fleeing and eluding, you may also have your driver’s license suspended for up to five years. In addition, your vehicle may be impounded for up to 90 days.
Possible Defenses to Fleeing and Eluding Charges
There are several possible defenses to fleeing and eluding charges. Some of these defenses include the following.
The police officer did not have probable cause to stop your vehicle. Or, you were not given a clear and concise order to stop your vehicle. You did not have the opportunity to safely stop your vehicle.
You were not fleeing or eluding, but rather were trying to comply with the officer’s orders in a safe and reasonable manner. The police officer used excessive force in attempting to stop your vehicle. You were not the driver of the vehicle at the time of the incident.
There is insufficient evidence to prove that you committed the offense beyond a reasonable doubt. You suffer from a mental illness or were under the influence of drugs or alcohol at the time of the incident, which prevented you from understanding the police officer’s orders or acting in a reasonable manner.
You were a victim of entrapment by the police. Mistaken identity, lack of knowledge (the defendant didn’t know the officer was trying to pull them over), or there was a medical emergency.
Mandatory Adjudication of Guilt for Fleeing or Eluding
This means that you receive a conviction and will have a criminal record. A conviction for fleeing or eluding can have significant consequences, including jail time, a loss of driving privileges, and a permanent criminal record.
In Florida, if you receive a conviction of a felony, you must serve a mandatory minimum sentence. This means that you will not be eligible for probation or any other form of early release.
What Is the Prosecutor’s Responsibility?
To convict you of fleeing or eluding, the prosecutor must prove that you willfully and knowingly violated the law. The prosecutor must also prove that you had the opportunity to stop your vehicle in a safe and reasonable manner, but failed to do so.
If the prosecutor cannot prove these elements beyond a reasonable doubt, then you cannot receive a conviction of fleeing or eluding. To receive a conviction of fleeing or eluding, the prosecutor must prove the following elements beyond a reasonable doubt:
- You were driving a vehicle
- A law enforcement officer gave you a visual or audible signal to stop your vehicle
- You willfully failed or refused to stop your vehicle in compliance with the signal
The prosecutor does not have to prove that you intended to flee or elude the police officer.
Abogado penalista
If you face a fleeing and eluding charge, hire an experienced criminal defense attorney. Because they can review the facts of your case and develop a strong defense. Plus, an experienced attorney will also be able to negotiate with prosecutors for a reduced sentence or dismissal of charges.
The penalties for fleeing and eluding are severe and can have a lasting impact on your life. Do not face these charges alone. An experienced criminal defense attorney will fight for you. Consult with us hoy.
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¿Cuál es la diferencia entre la conducción descuidada y la imprudente en Florida?
¿Sabías que los accidentes de darse a la fuga en Florida aumentó en 17% ¿en 2021?
La conducción imprudente en Florida es un problema creciente. Un accidente automovilístico en Florida ya es una gran carga financiera que soportar, pero podría ser mucho peor. Un conductor imprudente podría poner en peligro su vida y su propiedad.
La conducción temeraria y la conducción descuida en Florida pueden parecer lo mismo. Pero ambas tienen una clasificación única ante la ley. Conocer la diferencia es conveniente para su caso.
En esta guía, analizaremos las leyes de manejo de Florida sobre la conducción negligente y temeraria. Siga leyendo para obtener más detalles.
¿Qué es la conducción negligente en Florida?
De acuerdo con la sección 316.1925, conducir de manera imprudente es hacer lo siguiente:
- No conducir de manera prudente y cuidadosa
- No mostrar ninguna consideración por los diferentes aspectos de la conducción, como el ancho de los carriles o la densidad del tráfico.
- Poner en peligro la vida humana o la propiedad como resultado de este comportamiento descuidado
Para decirlo de manera simple, la conducción descuidada en Florida es cuando no te esfuerzas por conducir bien. Muestras indiferencia hacia las leyes de tránsito o conduces de una manera que pone en peligro a los automóviles y a sus ocupantes.
Sin embargo, un conductor descuidado no es alguien que lo hace con la intención de hacer daño. Un conductor descuidado ignora la ley por falta de interés. No desean que otros sufran como resultado de sus acciones.
A menudo, un infracción por manejo descuidado ocurrirá como resultado de un accidente automovilístico en Florida. Sin embargo, debes conducir con cuidado, ya que esto puede ocurrir sin ningún choque.
Ejemplos de conducción negligente
La conducción negligente es un término genérico que los agentes de policía pueden usar para muchas infracciones de tránsito. Esto puede suceder si choca por detrás a alguien o no cede el paso cuando las señales son claras. En algunos casos, pueden acusarlo de conducción negligente si está distraído.
Aquí hay algunos ejemplos más de manejo imprudente:
- Hacer un cambio de carril repentino sin poner la direccional
- Manejar demasiado cerca de los autos de adelante
- Exceso de velocidad
- No hacer el esfuerzo de obedecer las señales de tránsito
- Rebasar a un conductor de manera insegura
Consecuencias de la conducción imprudente
Conducir sin precaución es un tipo de infracción en movimiento. El resultado serán multas cuantiosas. En la mayoría de los casos, recibirá puntos en su licencia.
Dependiendo de la gravedad, esto podría llevar a la suspensión de la licencia. Esto puede hacer que su compañía de seguros aumente sus tarifas. Sea cual sea el caso, vale la pena el esfuerzo de ser un buen conductor y prestar atención.
¿Qué es la conducción imprudente en Florida?
De acuerdo con el § 316.192, la conducción temeraria es una cuestión de intención. A diferencia de la conducción descuidada, esto no es un problema de falta de interés al volante. Si usted muestra un desprecio “intencional o insensato”, entonces se arriesga a un cargo por conducción temeraria.
La conducción descuidada es más un ejemplo de mal comportamiento, sin buscar dañar o causar perjuicio. La conducción imprudente es aquella en la que este daño y perjuicio ocurren a propósito.
Eres un conductor imprudente si manejas de manera peligrosa sabiendo las consecuencias. Eres indiferente a estas consecuencias, ya sean perjudiciales para la vida o la propiedad.
Ejemplos de manejo imprudente
La ley sobre conducción temeraria es una ley general que se aplica a cualquier tipo de conducción con ese desprecio flagrante. Sin embargo, también describe algunos delitos específicos:
- Tratar de huir o evadir a un oficial de policía en persecución
- Carreras clandestinas ilegales, como las picadas
- Viajar a velocidades muy superiores al límite de velocidad y zigzaguear entre el tráfico al hacerlo
- Conducir a 20 mph o más por encima del límite de velocidad en el área
Estos son solo algunos ejemplos de lo que podría constituir una conducción temeraria. Podría enfrentar un cargo por conducción temeraria si acelera a través de un cruce peatonal o se sube a la acera. Intentar atropellar a alguien puede incluir un cargo por conducción temeraria.
Este cargo también puede aplicarse a un accidente automovilístico en Florida. Estar intoxicado por encima del límite legal solo empeorará las repercusiones.
Consecuencias de la conducción imprudente
Una gran diferencia entre la conducción negligente y la conducción temeraria es que la conducción temeraria es un delito penal. La conducción negligente es solo una infracción de tránsito, la cual conlleva sanciones mucho menos severas.
Las sanciones por conducir de manera imprudente son severas. En el caso de una primera infracción, el estado de Florida podría condenarte a una pena de prisión de hasta 90 días. De lo contrario, podrían multarte con una suma de entre $25 y 500.
La situación se agrava en caso de reincidencia. El estado podría condenarte a una pena de prisión de hasta 6 meses, el doble de la primera condena. La multa podría oscilar entre $50 y $1,000.
Sin mencionar que esto podría dar lugar a la suspensión de tu licencia y a la acumulación de puntos en tu expediente. Una infracción por conducción imprudente podría hacer que te resultara muy difícil volver a conducir. Es posible que te resulte difícil encontrar un seguro que te cubra.
Qué hacer como víctima de una conducción negligente o imprudente
Conducir por las calles de Florida se está volviendo más peligroso que nunca. El aumento de los incidentes de atropello y fuga es solo una prueba más de que debes mantenerte alerta. Desafortunadamente, es posible que no puedas evitar un accidente automovilístico en Florida.
Un accidente automovilístico en Florida puede ser algo devastador. Y cuando el accidente involucra a un conductor descuidado o imprudente, el daño podría ser catastrófico. Es posible que sufrir una lesión y requiere un abogado para pelear su caso.
En caso de que un conductor amenace tu vida, debes comunicarte con un profesional. Las sanciones son altas tanto por la conducción descuidada como por la imprudente. Hay una buena probabilidad de que un abogado pueda conseguirte la compensación que mereces.
Además, sentirás la satisfacción de sacar de las calles a un pésimo conductor. Un conductor imprudente que está en prisión es alguien que ya no puede hacerle daño a nadie más.
Abogados de defensa criminal en TAMPA
La conducción imprudente en Florida es un delito penal. Sin embargo, difiere de una ley similar de manejo negligente. La conducción imprudente implica la intención de causar daño, por lo que vale la pena conocer la diferencia en caso de un accidente.
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