Personal Injury Blog

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | September 27, 2023 | Car Accident

Highways in Florida have been the sites of many fatal crashes. While it is possible for a deadly crash to happen anywhere, there are a few highways in Florida that are the deadliest. The deadliest highway stretches in Florida include the following:  These highway stretches… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | September 2, 2023 | Workers’ Compensation

Put simply, a workers’ compensation attorney handles workers’ compensation claims on behalf of injured workers. Millions of such claims arise each year. Unfortunately, far too many workers lose their claims because they failed to hire a lawyer. Below is a list of only a few… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | August 18, 2023 | Car Accident

The consequences of using a cell phone while driving in Florida will depend on several factors, including how you used your phone, where the use occurred, and whether you caused a car accident. Depending on the answers to these questions, you could suffer injuries, bear… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | August 2, 2023 | Florida Law

Performance reviews and constructive criticism can help employees improve and grow within a company. However, there can be a thin line between honest criticism and defamatory statements.  Defamation of character in the workplace can destroy a person’s career. It can prevent you from getting the… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | July 19, 2023 | Brain Injuries

Concussions happen when your brain gets jostled in your skull. Changes in your brain due to the concussion could cause your symptoms to change, worsen, or even improve in the hours and days after the initial brain injury. These symptoms can result in severe pain… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | July 14, 2023 | Car Accident

Easy access to Florida’s Gulf Coast, combined with all the amenities of a big-city lifestyle, make St. Petersburg an undeniably appealing place to live. But as with any city, St. Petersburg is home to a number of red lights — accompanied by cameras. Law enforcement… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | July 3, 2023 | Personal Injury

When you meet with a St. Petersburg personal injury lawyer, you expect the attorney to maintain your privacy. Most personal injury lawyers offer free consultations even before you hire them. And from there, you’ll undoubtedly communicate with your attorney countless times throughout your case  However,… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | July 1, 2023 | Florida Law

Florida is called the Sunshine State for a reason. As refreshing as the sun can be for some, it can be oppressive at times for those who live there. Tinted film applied to your car’s windows can help keep the vehicle’s interior temperature in check… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | June 13, 2023 | Workplace Accidents

Too often, businesses and employers get away with negligence. After all, many companies are equipped with a team of lawyers and lots of money. It’s hard to compete if you are just an employee.  If you were hurt on the job, you may wonder about… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | May 31, 2023 | Personal Injury

In many cases, police accident reports serve as powerful pieces of evidence to corroborate the victim’s account of events.  However, some claimants are unable to secure a police report. This may happen when the police do not report to the scene of an accident. In… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | May 10, 2023 | Workers’ Compensation

Back injuries are a common type of workplace injury. Unfortunately, a back injury can have devastating physical, emotional, and financial consequences. On-the-job back injuries include spinal cord injury, herniated or bulging discs, pinched nerves, fractured vertebrae, sprains, and strains.  You should receive workers’ compensation benefits… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | May 10, 2023 | Car Accident

The aftermath of a car accident in Clearwater, FL, can be both stressful and painful. You’re healing from your injuries, but you’re also likely engaged in a contentious settlement with the other driver and their insurance company.  As part of the litigation process, you might… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | April 19, 2023 | Personal Injury

A hangman’s fracture is a type of cervical spine injury. This injury occurs when the second vertebra — also known as the axis — in a person’s neck is fractured.  These fractures are often seen in cases of severe trauma. Common examples include car accidents… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | April 17, 2023 | Brain Injuries

The brain stem is one of the central nervous system’s most vital components. This delicate organ controls many functions, such as breathing, heart rate, and consciousness. Consequently, minor damage to the brain stem can lead to severe and potentially life-altering injuries.  Brain Stem Injuries: What… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | March 26, 2023 | Workers’ Compensation

Back injuries are common work-related injuries. A back injury can cause chronic pain and limited range of motion. An employee could be out of work for several months or years due to a back injury.  Common on-the-job back injuries include: Lower back sprains and strains… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | March 26, 2023 | Workers’ Compensation

You can and should hire an attorney to help you pursue a Florida workers’ compensation claim. After all, the workers’ compensation claim process includes many pitfalls for the unwary. You will need an attorney to help you navigate your way through each one of them…. read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | March 24, 2023 | Personal Injury

The spinal cord comprises a complex network of nerves, tissues, and bones that run along the neck and back. As such, severe injuries can occur whenever the spinal cord experiences trauma or overextension. Herniated discs, especially those between the C4/C5 and C5/C6 vertebrae, can be… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | March 23, 2023 | Brain Injuries

You might have heard about the concussion crisis among professional athletes. But the same cumulative brain damage that afflicts football and hockey players after multiple traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) can also affect accident victims. Chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) causes irreversible brain degeneration. As a result,… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | February 27, 2023 | Personal Injury

In Florida, personal injury victims must formally request to recover payments associated with their injury. The request — in the form of a demand letter — is often sent to an insurance company, the individual at fault, or both. Personal injury claims can be complex… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | February 24, 2023 | Workers’ Compensation

A work injury can prevent you from working during your recovery. The workers’ compensation insurance company will hopefully pay your benefits without delay. However, there could be situations where you might have to sue because of a work-related injury. For example, you might sue your… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | February 3, 2023 | Workplace Accidents

Sustaining an injury at work can be stressful. In addition to the physical pain and suffering, you worry about your job security and your personal finances.  Unfortunately, most individuals are not prepared for a job injury. Therefore, they do not know what to do or… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | February 2, 2023 | Workers’ Compensation

If you suffered injuries in a slip and fall accident at work, it is critical that you undertake the appropriate actions. Failing to do so could jeopardize your right to receive full compensation. Below is a general description of the steps you need to take. … read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | February 1, 2023 | Florida Law

According to Florida’s Crash Facts Report, the second-most common cause of traffic accidents happens when a driver fails to yield the right of way. This traffic violation led to car accidents that caused over 400 fatalities and 40,000 injuries in 2020. The risks of failing… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | January 17, 2023 | Car Accident

Airbags save lives and reduce the risk of severe injury when deployed correctly. However, airbags do not deploy in every car accident. They are designed to deploy in moderate to severe collisions. Can Airbag Deployment Impact My Car Accident Claim? Whether the airbag deploys can… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | January 16, 2023 | Product Liability

Many people throughout the United States take blood pressure medications. Valsartan (Diovan) is a popular medication that treats hypertension and congestive heart failure. Unfortunately, some lots of Valsartan may have been contaminated with a substance known to cause cancer. What Is Valsartan? Valsartan or Diovan… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | January 6, 2023 | Personal Injury

When we start naming high-paying jobs, lawyers tend to be near the top of the list. The average lawyer in Florida makes about $92,000 a year, but income can vary wildly based on which area of law you specialize in. Lawyers in more demanding or… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | December 28, 2022 | Workplace Accidents

If you suffer injuries from a work-related accident, you can seek compensation from the workers’ compensation system. This system allows workers to claim a portion of their medical expenses and lost earnings — no matter who was at fault for the accident. However, there are coverage… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | December 11, 2022 | Car Accident

Tailgating caused 53,205 car accidents in Florida in 2020. The resulting rear-end collisions killed only six people. But they injured over 13,000, including 228 who suffered incapacitating injuries and required an ambulance to take them to the hospital. But the response of some drivers to… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | December 1, 2022 | Car Accident

A T-bone car accident is when the front of one car hits the side of another. More often than not, these accidents result in major vehicular damage and severe injuries. That’s because, by nature, they always involve a head-on collision and a side-swipe, two of… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | December 1, 2022 | Personal Injury

Christmas trees are a staple of the season. These essential Christmas decorations can impart holiday cheer wherever they are installed. However, they are also fire hazards. This article will explain just how common Christmas tree fires are and what can be done to prevent them…. read more