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Frequently Asked Questions & Answers

General Questions

How do personal injury lawyers get paid?

What happens at a deposition in a lawsuit?

What happens after a case is settled?

What are the benefits and disadvantages of out-of-court settlements?

Can I recover non-economic damages if I was injured in a Florida accident?

Personal Injury

Can I still recover compensation if I am partially at fault for the accident?

What are the estimated long-term costs of an amputation?

How much compensation can I get for an amputation in Miami?

What is swimming pool poisoning?

Wrongful Death

What damages can be recovered in a wrongful death lawsuit?

What is the statute of limitations for wrongful death in Florida?

Motor Vehicle Accidents

What do I do if the insurance company denies liability?

What do I do if the other driver leaves the scene or is uninsured?

Can you sue an employer for the employee’s negligence in a car accident?

How do I get the maximum amount of compensation in a car accident claim?

Do you have to have surgery after an auto accident to get a large settlement?

What if both drivers have the same insurance company?

What happens in a car accident when no ticket is issued to either party?

Can you get a larger settlement when in a car accident with a company vehicle?

What compensation can I receive after a car accident for herniated discs?

How to file a third-party car insurance claim?

Is an auto accident settlement based on impairment rating in Florida?

Can I win a car accident lawsuit without any witnesses?

What needs to be included in a car accident report?

How common are ATV accidents?

What to do if you are involved in an ATV accident?

Why do cars catch on fire when they crash?

What is the discovery phase of a car accident lawsuit?

How much you get paid for head-on collision?

Do you need a license to ride a motorcycle in Florida?

Can a pedestrian hit by a car receive financial compensation?

Is it true that seat belts can trap you inside the car after an accident?

Why wear seat belts if the car is equipped with airbags?

Who is liable for a truck accident?

What happens if I was partially at fault for a motorcycle accident in Florida?

Why are left turns bad in Florida?

Product Liability

What can I recover from a product liability lawsuit?

Are side airbags (SABs) mandatory for new vehicles?

How often do airbags fail?

What is the statute of limitations for a product liability claim in Florida?

Are airbags dangerous for children?

Can I still recover damages if I was not wearing a seat belt when the accident happened?

How much is a knee replacement lawsuit worth?

Medical Malpractice

What is the statute of limitations for medical malpractice in Florida?

What is the average payout for medical negligence?

Do medical malpractice attorneys work on contingency?

Who is liable in an emergency room malpractice case?

What can I do if the hospital wants to settle to avoid a lawsuit in an ER malpractice case?

How much can I expect from an ER malpractice lawsuit in Miami?

Can delayed diagnosis or misdiagnosis be considered medical malpractice in Miami?

Who is liable in a heart attack medical malpractice case?

Aviation Accidents

What is the statute of limitations for aviation accidents in Florida?

Who is responsible for airplane accidents?

House Fires

How can The Law Offices of Sean M. Cleary help victims injured after devastating house fires?

When should I hire a lawyer after a house fire injury?

What type of lawyer do I need in the case of a house fire injury?

Maritime Accidents

When do most boating accidents occur?

Who is liable in a boating accident?

What is the statute of limitations for boating accidents in Florida?

What are the penalties for boating under the influence (BUI)?

What are the penalties for violating boating regulations in Florida?

What types of cruise ship accidents can be handled by a lawyer?

What is the statute of limitations for a cruise ship accident injury in Florida?

High Net Worth Divorce

What qualifies as high net worth?

What assets are untouchable in a high net worth divorce?

How do child support guidelines change in a high net worth divorce?

How do Florida courts divide a business in a high asset divorce?

What common issues are associated with high net worth divorce?

How do prenuptial agreements affect high net worth divorces?

How is spousal support awarded in high net worth divorces?

Is alimony always awarded in a high net worth divorce in Florida?

Is Florida a no-fault high net worth divorce state?

What are the grounds for filing a high net worth divorce in Florida?

When does adultery matter in a no-fault high net worth divorce?

What does the dissipation of assets mean for your high net worth divorce?

What are third-party rights in high net worth divorce proceedings?

Do I need expert witnesses for my high net worth divorce?

How are assets valued in a Florida high net worth divorce?

What are equalizing payments in a high net divorce?

How is the financial settlement calculated in a Florida high asset divorce?

What does equitable distribution mean for a Florida high net worth divorce?

Can you move out of state with your child following a high asset divorce?

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