Often, the legal terms used by attorneys during the initial consultation with a client could be something you may have never heard before, so I thought I would take a moment and acquaint you with a few of them: Uninsured Drivers – If you have been involved in an auto accident and the other driver is […]
Things to remember after being in a car accident
We are often asked: “What should I do after having been in a car accident?” and most of the answer to that question is not really related to the practice of law. The very first thing we recommend doing is seeking medical attention. Your health should always be your primary priority. After having sought medical […]
International Women’s Month
International Women’s Month March is International Women’s Month. In many countries around the world, women are honored with flowers and gifts on March 8 each year. While we appreciate that thought, the women of Rooney & Rooney would rather think of National Women’s Month as a month of recognition. Recognition of the role women play […]
Personal Injury
When one “Googles” the term Personal Injury Law, a veritable who’s who of attorney’s will come scrolling up on your screen. You hear their advertisements on the radio and the TV. You see their billboards on the side of the highway. But do they really do anything for you? Does a law firm, such as […]
Who Gets In Accidents?
Here in Vero BeachFlorida, our population of citizens over the age of 65 is much higher than in some other areas of the country. People who live in those colder climates in the Midwest and on the East Coast are likely to want to winter in the warmth of Florida. Those who live closer to […]
Child Passenger Safety
At Rooney & Rooney Law, one of our practice areas is Personal Injury law. As you can imagine, there are times when we are presented with situations that are truly tragic. Sometimes those situations could have turned out better if drivers had exercised more caution, sometimes not. One thing that can help prevent certain tragedies […]
Rooney & Rooney, Vero Beach Attorneys
At Rooney and Rooney P.A. our clients will call for any type of legal advice, and we love that! We are grateful that our clients respect our abilities and feel as though they can get the best legal representation from Rooney & Rooney PA. Like any other law firm, we make certain to stay informed […]
Legislative News: Changes to Personal Injury Protection (PIP) Insurance Coverage
Since 1972, Florida law required that all drivers carry basic personal injury protection (PIP) insurance. PIP provides $10,000 to cover medical bills and lost wages after an accident regardless of who was at fault. The following new conditions now apply to PIP policies and will become effective on July 1, 2012 (medical changes effective January […]
Stay Safe!
In honor of June being national safety month, here are some tips to help you be safe in the unfortunate event of an auto accident. Safety tips for after an auto accident. 1) Keep calm. 2) Move your car to the side of the road, if it is possible. 3) Turn off the engine and […]