On behalf of Bryant, Higby, & Barr, Chartered | Dec 16, 2020 | Personal Injury
When it comes to safety, prevention is the key. However, some slip-and-fall accidents that result in broken bones, concussions and other serious injuries are often the results of hazardous conditions that are beyond the control of the victims. Whether you take weekly...
On behalf of Bryant, Higby, & Barr, Chartered | Jun 16, 2020 | Personal Injury
Wrongful death is a type of legal protection that helps family members of victims wrongfully killed in a fatal accident such as a fatal car accident. Whenever a victim is killed because of the negligence or another person, such as a negligent driver, wrongful death...
On behalf of Bryant, Higby, & Barr, Chartered | Jan 8, 2020 | Personal Injury
From soft-tissue injuries to broken bones, there are a variety of ways to sustain an injury in any type of car crash. Fortunately, with relatively minor injuries, the recovery process is often short and straightforward. That is not the case with more serious injuries,...
On behalf of Bryant, Higby, & Barr, Chartered | Nov 14, 2019 | Personal Injury
When shopping in stores in Florida, you may never think about the possibility of an injury. However, accidents in retail shops happen all the time. Most often, these mishaps are minor, and the injuries are nothing more than a bruise or a bump. Sometimes, though, they...
On behalf of Bryant, Higby, & Barr, Chartered | Jul 24, 2019 | Personal Injury
Insurance bad faith occurs when an individual’s insurance company does not live up to the promises indicated by his or her policy coverage. In cases of bad faith, the policyholder can take legal action against the insurer. If you think your insurance company may...
On behalf of Bryant, Higby, & Barr, Chartered | Jul 3, 2019 | Personal Injury
Coping with the death of a loved one can feel stifling and impossible, especially when it happens suddenly and with no time to prepare. Dealing with the aftermath of a death can amplify the raw emotion of the event. When someone dies due to the action or inaction of...
On behalf of Bryant, Higby, & Barr, Chartered | Apr 30, 2019 | Firm News, Personal Injury
Drivers in Florida and across the country must be alert and constantly aware of their surroundings, including traffic moving in the opposite direction. Even the most cautious, diligent drivers, however, are not always able to avoid collisions, especially if a nearby...
On behalf of Bryant, Higby, & Barr, Chartered | Apr 17, 2019 | Firm News, Personal Injury
Florida attracts many permanent residents, retirees and tourists every year. As a southern, coastal state, its scenic features and amenities make for a desirable vacation location or year-round residence choice. Sarasota, in fact, was recently voted one of the best...
On behalf of Bryant, Higby, & Barr, Chartered | Apr 1, 2019 | Firm News, Personal Injury
As many Florida car owners understand, proper upkeep and maintenance can help extend the life of a vehicle, as well as improve safety. On the contrary, if a car owner neglects vehicle maintenance, it can have disastrous results. For instance, lack of proper tire...
On behalf of Bryant, Higby, & Barr, Chartered | Mar 25, 2019 | Firm News, Personal Injury
Any number of urgent situations can arise while traveling on Florida roadways. If a car breaks down, a driver might have to wait on the side of the road until a tow truck arrives or someone comes to provide support. There’s not much one can do in such situations...