Florida bad faith lawsuits: Insurance companies aren't always on your side.

Understanding Insurance Company Bad-Faith Doctrine

posted on Monday, April 27th, 2015 and is filed under Insurance Companies, Personal Injury

Work with Tampa’s “Bad Faith” insurance attorneys! Florida law requires insurance companies to act in “good faith” toward their policyholders  by promptly investigating insurance claims, settling claims at or below the policy limits whenever possible, and protecting policyholders from judgments...

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Florida Legal Board certification identifies experts

The Importance of Florida Board Certification

posted on Friday, April 24th, 2015 and is filed under Working with your attorney

Wagner, McLaughlin & Whittemore boasts 5 Florida Board Certified Attorneys! Once an attorney has graduated from law school and passed the Florida State Bar exam, there are very few restrictions on the types of law he or she is considered...

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Florida legal negotiation: consider every option

Open-Minded Negotiation: Why you should Carefully Consider Every Offer

posted on Wednesday, April 1st, 2015 and is filed under Working with your attorney

Consult with a Tampa civil lawyer to understand your options. During most civil cases, there comes a period of negotiation, where you start trading proposed settlements with the other party. For example, you, through your accident attorney, may tell the...

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Florida medical malpractice legal options

Medical Malpractice Basics

posted on Monday, March 30th, 2015 and is filed under Medical Malpractice

Consult with Tampa’s medical malpractice attorneys about your case TODAY! Some of the most horrific stories you’ll hear about are related to medical malpractice. The wrong leg is amputated, instruments are left inside patients after surgery, misdiagnosed diseases result in...

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Florida car accident attorney: avoid an accident

How to Avoid an Auto Accident

posted on Friday, March 27th, 2015 and is filed under Personal Injury

Contact the skilled Tampa Auto Accident Attorneys TODAY! It’s an old adage, but true: An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. Having a skilled attorney who can get you money in an accident settlement is good… but...

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Florida legal malpractice lawyers

Legal Malpractice Basics

posted on Wednesday, March 25th, 2015 and is filed under Legal Malpractice

Contact the Tampa legal malpractice attorneys TODAY! We can help! Like any professional in the marketplace, attorneys are not infallible. Though they are often highly intelligent, they are not universally correct. Though they are talented, they are not perfect. Also,...

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what not to say when testifying in Florida court

What NOT to Say while Testifying

posted on Thursday, March 19th, 2015 and is filed under Uncategorized

Testifying in court can be nerve-wracking. Because our legal system – in Florida and throughout America – is adversarial-based, there’s always going to be someone there who wants you to say something wrong… and who will try to make it...

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How to act during a Florida cross examination

Keeping Cool on Cross-Examination

posted on Tuesday, March 17th, 2015 and is filed under Uncategorized

Let the Tampa trial lawyers help you prepare for your trial! When a civil case goes to trial, the plaintiff is generally required to testify to explain what happened and why she thinks she deserves to be compensated. Whether you...

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log book for Florida personal injury case notes

Record-Keeping Basics

posted on Thursday, March 12th, 2015 and is filed under Uncategorized

Work with the Tampa law firm that has over 40 years of experience! One of the simplest truths about litigation is that the best and most persuasive evidence usually prevails. If you’ve been injured in an accident and you want...

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tips for Florida legal negotiation

Negotiation: What to Consider Before you Settle

posted on Tuesday, March 10th, 2015 and is filed under Uncategorized

Discuss your options with a Tampa Civil lawyer before you settle! In almost every civil case, you will go through a process of negotiation with the other side, where you attempt to reach an agreement without the uncertainty of a...

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