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Monthly Archives: November 2025

Economic Losses

Calculating Future Economic Losses in Florida Auto Accident Cases: The Role of Vocational Experts and Life Care Planners

By Smith, Ball, Báez & Prather |

Severe car accidents often leave victims facing more than just immediate medical bills. For many in West Palm Beach, the injuries sustained in a serious crash can lead to long-term disabilities, loss of employment, and ongoing treatment needs that stretch far into the future. In these situations, accurately calculating future economic losses becomes one… Read More »

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Proving Pain and Suffering in Florida Auto Accident Trials: Turning Subjective Experiences into Persuasive Evidence

By Smith, Ball, Báez & Prather |

After a serious car accident, the damage you can see, like fractures or surgical scars, is only part of the story. The invisible pain, emotional trauma, and loss of enjoyment of life that follow a major collision can be just as devastating. In Florida auto accident trials, these non-economic damages, pain and suffering, mental… Read More »

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Maximizing Your Personal Injury Settlement: What Insurance Companies Won’t Tell You

By Smith, Ball, Báez & Prather |

After an accident, most people assume the insurance company will handle everything fairly. You file a claim, provide your medical records, and expect to be compensated for your injuries. Unfortunately, that’s rarely how it works. Insurance companies are profit-driven businesses, and their goal is to minimize payouts, not to make victims whole. Working with… Read More »

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Spinal Cord Injuries: Pursuing Fair Compensation After Life-Changing Accidents

By Smith, Ball, Báez & Prather |

A spinal cord injury from a car crash can alter life in an instant. Victims may face paralysis, loss of sensation, or chronic pain that affects every part of daily life. Beyond the physical impact, families often struggle with mounting medical bills and the uncertainty of what the future holds. In these cases, fair… Read More »

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Challenges of Litigating Against Large Trucking Corporations: Leveling the Playing Field for Florida Victims

By Smith, Ball, Báez & Prather |

Collisions involving commercial trucks are among the most devastating types of roadway accidents. When a fully loaded tractor-trailer collides with a passenger vehicle, the results can be catastrophic. Beyond the immediate physical injuries, victims often face an uphill legal battle, especially when the responsible party is a major trucking corporation backed by powerful insurance… Read More »

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Tackling Reservation of Rights Letters and Insurance Coverage Disputes in Commercial Vehicle Accident Litigation

By Smith, Ball, Báez & Prather |

When someone is injured in a commercial vehicle accident, one of the most frustrating challenges often comes not from the trucking company itself but from its insurer. Many victims are surprised when they learn that an insurance company can investigate or defend a claim while reserving the right to later deny coverage entirely. This… Read More »

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Traumatic Brain Injuries from Truck Accidents and the Complexities of Florida’s Damage Valuations

By Smith, Ball, Báez & Prather |

Truck accidents are among the most devastating collisions on Florida’s roads. When a large commercial truck collides with a smaller passenger vehicle, the impact can cause catastrophic injuries, including traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). For victims and their families, these injuries often bring lasting physical, emotional, and financial challenges. Because brain injuries can vary greatly… Read More »

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Motorcycle Clubs and Group Riding Accidents: Analyzing Liability and Responsibility Under Florida Law

By Smith, Ball, Báez & Prather |

For many riders in Florida, motorcycles are more than just a mode of transportation; they represent community, freedom, and shared passion. Group rides and motorcycle clubs are a cornerstone of biker culture in West Palm Beach and throughout the state. These rides offer camaraderie and support, but they can also present unique legal challenges… Read More »

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