Recent Blog Posts
Steve Lavely named one of the top 100 trial lawyers in America
I suppose it may seem like bragging but we did want to tell you about Steven G. Lavely’s latest award/honor. We’ll admit were very pleased to be named such by the Trial Lawyers Association of America. In America it’s good to know hard work pays off like it’s suppose to do!
backover accidents in parking lots
I recently rented a suburban to travel out of state with my family. The vehicle was equiped with a back up camera. What an incredible feature; it lead me to the obvious conclusion why doesn’t every car have this feature? As a Bradenton auto accident lawyer I know they’ll be many accidents or serious… Read More »
client solicitation
did you know it’s illegal for an attorney to solicit a person for an injury case by a telephone call or by a third party. Recently it has come to my attention there are many persons who are contacting potential clients directly just days after their accident asking to represent thses injured persons. If… Read More »
We’re available 24 hours a day
Accidents don’t always happen during business hours. If you need help or have questions call the office 24 hours a day 7 days a week 365 days per year. There’s a good chance you’ll speak directly to a board certified trial lawyer specialist, not some answering service. There is a difference. Remember, we’re always… Read More »
vote today
Just a friendly reminder is voting day in many local elections. We all owe our freedom of choice to those that came before us and had the courage to vote their convictions. Please take time out of your busy day to vote! You’ll be glad your voice was heard!
uninsured motorist claims
Do you really understand the term unisured motorist coverage or insurance? From experience most of my clients do not. Candidly, if I wasn’t representing persons injured in automobile accidents I’m not sure I would understand myself. Basically uninsured motorist insurance covers you in the event the at fault driver has no insurance or not… Read More »
new law as to drivers license suspension for a D.U.I. arrest
There is a new statute that allows for an arrested individual to obtain a driving permit for “business purposes only ” with no loss or waiting period!! Under the old law if an arested person took a breath test and the results were above a .08 there in all likelyhood would be a 30… Read More »
How to choose a lawyer
Many people wonder, “how do I choose a lawyer?” I think we all agree the person who is on television around the clock will probably never see my file. It takes no level of skill to qualify as a T. V. lawyer. Some things those in the business find important are; 1) What is… Read More »
bankruptcy and your injury case
Did you know if you file bankruptcy while you have a pending injury claim you could lose your recovery? Yes, many times it’s true. One of the many questions you’ll be asked to answer in your bankruptcy questioner for the court is do you have any pending contingent assets? In layman’s terms that means… Read More »
Florida’s dangerous instrumentality law Are you in danger?
Did you know Florida is one of the very few jurisdictions where the owner of an automobile is responsible for the driver’s negligence? If the owner and the driver are the same of course this makes sense. What happens if you loan your vehicle to a friend or your teenager loans their vehicle in… Read More »
