Over the weekend a college soccer player where my son goes to school was killed in an automobile accident on the interstate highway. Her passenger was killed too. These two wrongful deaths were caused by a drunk driver who survived the crash. The urge to “make some sense” out of these car accidents and the … Continue reading “Interstate Highway accidents/wrongful deaths”
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Winston churchill on going through hell
“When you’re going through hell, keep going.” – Winston Churchill He knew something about going through hell. The application process for social security benefits can feel like going through hell, so can the aftermath of a negligently caused injury forcing you to deal with an insurance adjuster. Perseverance is the message here. When you feel … Continue reading “Winston churchill on going through hell”
Several billion cells
Life is a whim of several billion cells to be you for a while.
the skillful mariner
A smooth sea never made a skilful mariner. ~ English Proverb
holiday travels
Personal injuries happening over the holidays can ruin that holiday spirit. Take extra time going places, be just a little more deliberate. No amount of money replaces good health. I have a trial coming up in February where my client suffered the loss of a kidney transplant as a result of food poisoning. He would … Continue reading “holiday travels”
Starting is often the hardest part
Do not wait until all the conditions are perfect for you to begin. Beginning makes the conditions perfect.
Future of social security
The link here is to an article that addresses the future of social security. There is a lot of misinformation out there. This article seems written without bias or hidden agendas. Lawyers advocating for disability applicants can improve your chances if you find the need to apply. Back problems, depression, PTSD, bi-polar, other mental health … Continue reading “Future of social security”
Applying for SSDI
I have read people considering applying for social security often postpone the application decision until after the holiday. Let me encourage you to not delay. The application can be started on line at www.ssa.gov. The great majority of applications need appeals. The appeals process can be time consuming. Get the time clock started. You will … Continue reading “Applying for SSDI”
Bicyclist hit by SUV-Gainesville Sun reprint
Below is an article from the Gainesville Sun about a bicyclist struck by an SUV. Not surprising is the reported suffering of serious personal injuries. This was a night time accident in an area very near apartments where many U of F graduate students live. It is another cautionary story to share the road; for … Continue reading “Bicyclist hit by SUV-Gainesville Sun reprint”
motorcycle accidents; deaths and injuries
http://www.gainesville.com/article/20121130/ARTICLES/121139970/1139/frontpage?Title=Many-were-hurt-at-Gatorback-event-in-which-racer-died- The link above is to an concerning article from the Gainesville Sun today concerning motorcycle accidents occurring at a motocross event. I would love the opportunity to review the liability release documents the event sponsors have participants sign. Releases signed by minors raises issues as does releases signed by only one parent. I suspect … Continue reading “motorcycle accidents; deaths and injuries”
