Personal Injury Blog

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

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | November 22, 2022 | Personal Injury

Only a small percentage of personal injury cases ever make it to trial. Even if you don’t end up taking your case to trial, you must still undertake certain pre-litigation procedures to pave the way for settlement or trial. Following is a brief description of… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | November 21, 2022 | Workers’ Compensation

If you perform repetitive movements with your hands and wrists, you risk developing carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). The National Library of Medicine reports that up to three out of every 1,000 people in the United States will develop carpal tunnel syndrome. Carpal tunnel syndrome can… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | November 18, 2022 | Workers’ Compensation

Sustaining a work injury has many consequences. In addition to the pain and suffering you experience because of the injury and the struggle to recover, you might also incur a loss of income. Florida’s workers’ compensation laws provide lost time benefits for employees injured on… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | November 10, 2022 | Motorcycle accident

With nearly 650,000 registered motorcycles as of 2021, Florida is second only to California in terms of the number of registered motorcycles in the state.  All of these Florida bikes need a place to park. Although motorcycles offer riders flexibility and mobility while on the… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | November 6, 2022 | Motorcycle accident

Motorcycle accidents can happen for many reasons, but the result is often the same —  injured motorcycle riders. While motorcycle crash injuries vary greatly depending on the type and severity of the accident, many injuries have the potential to change riders’ lives long-term.  Motorcycle Accidents… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | October 29, 2022 | Personal Injury

Receiving a settlement check in St. Petersburg, Florida is the goal of every personal injury case. Whether you are injured because of medical malpractice, a slip and fall accident, product liability, or a car crash, you need the money from a personal injury claim to… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | October 29, 2022 | Workers’ Compensation

If you were injured on the job in Florida, your employer is generally required to provide you with workers’ compensation benefits until you are well enough to return to work, assuming you promptly notify your employer of your injury and apply for benefits. You are… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | October 21, 2022 | Employment Law

COVID-19 continues to place many workers at risk. There has been much debate about an employer’s liability if an employee contracts COVID-19 while performing their job duties. One issue to consider is whether you can sue your employer in St. Petersburg if you become ill… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | October 12, 2022 | Personal Injury

If you were injured on the job, you might be entitled to medical benefits, partial wage replacement benefits, and other benefits. However, to secure these benefits, you will need to take swift action. The workers’ compensation lawyers at Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | October 5, 2022 | Personal Injury

Tort law and criminal law use the “reasonable person” standard for determining negligence. This standard is how the law generally measures the negligent conduct of a person. The reasonable person standard is typically applied in cases where one person owes a duty to another person. … read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | September 30, 2022 | Car Accident

Hurricanes and tropical storms can cause catastrophic damage to homes, businesses, and property – including vehicles. These extreme weather events often cause high winds, heavy rains, and flooding, creating a heightened risk of property damage.   If you live in Florida or any other hurricane-prone area,… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | September 27, 2022 | Personal Injury

Well over 90% of personal injury claims settle out of court. Nevertheless, myths about personal injury claims abound. Learn the truth, so you don’t discover it the hard way after you suffer a personal injury. Myth #1: “My Insurance Will Cover My Claim.” Not necessarily,… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | September 26, 2022 | Workers’ Compensation

Workers’ compensation in Florida covers work-related illnesses and injuries that occur within the course and scope of your employment. These benefits cover medical bills, partial lost wages, and disability payments. However, there are times when Florida law may disqualify you from receiving these benefits.  Here,… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | September 20, 2022 | Car Accident

Distracted driving is a problem, both in the State of Florida and across the United States. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimate that about nine people every day, or approximately 3,100 people annually, are killed in crashes involving distracted drivers. In 2019, Florida… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | September 15, 2022 | Personal Injury

On average, receiving a personal injury settlement check takes four to six weeks after both parties sign the settlement agreement. Sometimes it takes longer, and in rare cases, the check arrives in less than four weeks. You can rest assured that issuing a settlement check… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | September 12, 2022 | Car Accident

Car accidents can have many causes. Vehicle malfunctions, weather, and road conditions all contribute to car crashes. But driver errors are, by far, the most common cause of traffic accidents. Driver errors cause over 94% of traffic accidents in the U.S. These errors include improper… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | August 31, 2022 | Personal Injury

The amount of personal injury compensation you win in court or at the settlement table is probably not the same as the amount that appears in your bank account. Various deductions apply, depending on the circumstances. Additionally, there are inherent limitations on how much compensation… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | August 23, 2022 | Personal Injury

Serving on a jury can be a hassle. While employers are required to excuse you from work if you are selected as a juror, some employers will not pay you for the time you miss. Additionally, as a juror, you will be sitting close to… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | August 22, 2022 | Personal Injury

When someone says, “I don’t have a dog in that fight,” it means they don’t have a personally vested interest in a given situation or outcome. In the legal realm, you need to have a dog in the fight in order for a court of… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | August 11, 2022 | Workers’ Compensation

You almost certainly cannot file a personal injury lawsuit in Florida just because you suffered exposure to COVID-19 at work. The only way to win such a lawsuit would be if your employer intentionally infected you with COVID-19. However, you can file a workers’ compensation… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | July 27, 2022 | Car Accident

Neck and back injuries are some of the worst types of injuries from car accidents. They can require extensive treatment, which, in turn, often means facing financial difficulties. The cause of neck and lower back injuries depends on the type of injury you sustain and… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | July 19, 2022 | Car Accident

If you were involved in a minor car accident in St. Petersburg, you might wonder if it’s worth it to hire a car accident attorney. While you may think the accident is “minor,” it does not take much for you to suffer serious injuries in… read more

Perenich, Caulfield, Avril & Noyes Personal Injury Lawyers | July 6, 2022 | Medical Malpractice

Whether your healthcare provider had express or implied consent could impact the potential success of your medical malpractice claim. A medical malpractice lawyer can review your situation and determine how this difference may affect your claim. What Is Express Consent in Florida? Express consent is… read more