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Liability in West Palm Beach Car Accidents Involving Commercial and Delivery Vehicles: How to Identify All Responsible Parties

By Smith, Ball, Báez & Prather |

Car accidents involving commercial and delivery vehicles are becoming more common across Florida, especially in busy areas like West Palm Beach. With the rise of e-commerce and daily delivery services, large trucks, vans, and service vehicles are on the road more than ever. When these vehicles are involved in collisions, the results can be… Read More »

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High-Value Claims: Calculating Future Medical Costs and Lifelong Damages After a Severe West Palm Beach Car Accident

By Smith, Ball, Báez & Prather |

A serious car accident can change a person’s life in an instant. For many victims in West Palm Beach and across Florida, the journey to recovery involves more than emergency treatment and physical healing. It can mean years of medical care, financial strain, and emotional distress. When a crash causes catastrophic injuries such as… Read More »

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Chronic Pain Syndromes and Soft Tissue Injuries in West Palm Beach Auto Accident Cases: Proving the Invisible Injuries

By Smith, Ball, Báez & Prather |

Not all car accident injuries are visible on X-rays or MRIs. Many victims in Florida suffer from soft tissue injuries or chronic pain syndromes that linger long after an accident, even when standard imaging shows minimal damage. These “invisible injuries” can profoundly impact mobility, mental well-being, and daily life. Yet insurers and defense attorneys… Read More »

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Insurance Coverage Gaps in Rideshare and Delivery Driver Accidents: Protecting Victims in a Grey Area of Florida Law

By Smith, Ball, Báez & Prather |

The convenience of rideshare and delivery services has transformed transportation across Florida. Whether it is a ride to Palm Beach International Airport through Uber or a late-night meal from a delivery app, these services play an essential role in daily life. Unfortunately, accidents involving rideshare or delivery drivers often leave victims facing a confusing… Read More »

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Voir Dire and Jury Selection in Car Accident Cases: Understanding What Florida Jurors Think About Injury Claims

By Smith, Ball, Báez & Prather |

When a car accident case goes to trial in Florida, one of the most important phases is jury selection, also known as voir dire. This process gives attorneys the chance to question potential jurors, evaluate biases, and build a fair jury panel. Because personal injury cases often involve deeply personal experiences and strong opinions… Read More »

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Proving Loss of Earning Capacity in Auto Accident Litigation: Economic Experts and Vocational Testimony in Florida

By Smith, Ball, Báez & Prather |

After a serious car accident, victims often face more than immediate medical expenses. One of the most significant and lasting consequences can be the loss of earning capacity, the reduced ability to work and earn a living as they once did. For injured Floridians, proving this type of damage in court is a complex… Read More »

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Legal and Financial Challenges After a Spinal Cord Injury from a Florida Car Crash

By Smith, Ball, Báez & Prather |

Car accidents in Florida can change lives in an instant. Among the most devastating outcomes are spinal cord injuries, which often leave survivors facing a lifetime of medical needs, physical limitations, and financial uncertainty. The road to recovery is never easy, and for many families, the legal and financial consequences of such an injury… Read More »

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Punitive Damages in West Palm Beach Auto Accidents: When Gross Negligence Warrants Enhanced Compensation

By Smith, Ball, Báez & Prather |

Automobile accidents in West Palm Beach frequently result in significant physical, emotional, and financial burdens for victims and their families. While compensatory damages typically address medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering, certain egregious cases call for additional punitive damages. These enhanced damages are awarded specifically to punish the at-fault driver for gross… Read More »

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Traumatic Brain Injuries from West Palm Beach Auto Accidents: Advanced Medical and Legal Considerations

By Smith, Ball, Báez & Prather |

Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are among the most severe consequences of automobile accidents, often resulting in life-altering impacts on victims and their families. These injuries can lead to extensive medical treatments, long-term rehabilitation, and significant financial burdens. For victims involved in West Palm Beach auto accidents, understanding the advanced medical and legal considerations surrounding… Read More »

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Dangerous Crossroads: Why Certain West Palm Beach Intersections See Higher Rates of Automobile Accidents

By Smith, Ball, Báez & Prather |

Intersections are known hotspots for automobile accidents, and West Palm Beach is no exception. While accidents can happen anywhere, specific intersections within our city consistently emerge as particularly hazardous, leading to a higher rate of collisions, injuries, and fatalities. Understanding the contributing factors that make certain intersections riskier than others can help drivers take… Read More »

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