Hurricane Safety: What To Do After a Hurricane
The storm may have passed, but that doesn’t mean all danger has too. There are many hazards you can still encounter after a hurricane, so it’s important to know how to be prepared for the other half of the storm.
Hurricane Dorian: Cohen & Cohen Wants You to Stay Safe This Weekend
Hurricane Dorian is fast approaching the east coast of Florida and is expected to make landfall over this Labor Day weekend. At Cohen & Cohen, our main concern is your safety.
Florida’s New Texting and Driving Law Goes Into Effect July 1st
In Florida, texting while driving is already illegal. However, a violation of the texting-while-driving law is currently only a secondary offense. Starting Monday, July 1, 2019, this violation becomes a primary offense.
Why You Should Never Accept an Insurance Adjuster’s First Settlement Offer
It’s very understandable for victims of a traumatic personal injury to just want to get past it and not have to deal with more unwanted disruptions that come with the whole ordeal. So when an insurance company calls quickly after to discuss a settlement offer, it’s very tempting to want to take it and move […]
How to Handle a Lowball Insurance Settlement Offer
For many victims of personal injury, there’s a lot to deal with after the incident has occurred. Dealing with insurance adjusters is no exception.
What to Do After a Slip-and-Fall Accident
When it comes to slip-and-fall accidents in the U.S., there are a surprisingly high number of incidents that occur, resulting in hospital visits. Many slip-and-fall accidents are caused by unsafe conditions at a store or other public business—places most people expect to be safe and free from hazards.
What Do I Do After a Truck Accident?
Whether you were a driver, passenger, pedestrian, biker or cyclist, if you’ve been injured as a result of a truck accident, you need reliable, trustworthy legal representation to help get you the recoveries you deserve.
What to Do After a Hit-and-Run Accident in Florida
Being the victim of an auto accident is difficult enough. But when the negligent driver flees the scene, it can become even more difficult to deal with, especially if you’ve been injured as a result.
What To Do After an Out-of-Town Car Accident
When you’ve become the victim of a car accident, there’s a great deal of pressure to have everything put together quickly in order to ensure you get the recoveries you deserve.
What is Medical Malpractice and How Do I Know If I Have a Case?
When it comes to health care, there is a level of care, professionalism and trustworthiness that is expected from our doctors and nurses. And when there is an error in treatment, it can be especially concerning for all parties involved, including the patient and the patient’s loved ones.
What To Do If My Uber Gets Into a Car Accident
If you’ve recently been a passenger in an Uber that’s been involved in an auto accident, you may be unsure of what to do next. But much like accidents that occur in personal vehicles, there are many similar practices to follow if you’ve been injured. Here are some helpful tips to know what’s necessary immediately following […]
After the Accident: 3 Common Mistakes You Shouldn’t Make
Unfortunately, auto accidents aren’t always avoidable. But when it comes to what you can do after the fact, there are a few things you can avoid to ensure you’re on the right road toward recovery.
Discussing Your Car Accident with Your Employer
As many would agree, a car accident is an unfortunate and often unavoidable circumstance to deal with, especially if you are the victim of someone else’s negligent behavior. And, if an injury has occurred due to that negligence, it can cause a wide range of interruptions in your day-to-day life, including your personal well-being, your […]
Who to Call at the Car Accident Scene
When you’ve been affected by a car accident caused by another driver, it can leave you feeling overwhelmed, angry, scared, and in need of emotional support from loved ones. And though emotions may be running high, it’s important to remember who should be contacted while you’re still at the scene of the accident.
After Your Car Accident: Your First 3 Steps
After being involved in a car accident caused by another driver, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed with what to do first. Because there are a lot of things that need to be taken care of right away, it can be difficult to distinguish which decisions are the right ones to make and which you should […]