Five things to think about when considering a divorce Why did you get married in the first place? Did you get married out of love, money, or convenience? There are unlimited reasons as to why couples get married, but if you have ever felt that you “settled” for the person you married, try to […]
Personal Injury Cases
Here is a collection of articles concerning the various types, causes, and claims, for personal injury cases we handle in Central Florida.
Happy Administrative Professionals’ Day
In the spirit of Administrative Professionals’ Day, I wanted to take the opportunity to brag about the great team of administrative professionals we have here at Rooney & Rooney, P.A., and acknowledge that not all are as fortunate as us. Our Administrative Professionals range from our Receptionist, Accounts Receivables, our Legal Secretaries, our Paralegals and […]
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 […]
What Happens When My Prescription is Wrong?
In light of it being Prescription Error Education and Awareness Week, this week’s blog post will focus on that topic. There are many reasons for prescription errors, and while none of them excuse the event, there are steps that you, as a consumer, can take to minimize these occurrences. Be sure to write down the […]
Beware!
“Advice is a dangerous gift, even from the wise to the wise, and all courses may run ill.” ― J.R.R. Tolkien, The Fellowship of the Ring It is imperative to be discerning when looking for advice these days. Sites like Google, WebMD, and the internet in general have given rise to people self-diagnosing problems they should not. […]
I have been in an Auto Accident…
Do I really need a lawyer? Insurance companies are just that; companies. Their objective is to make money. They do not make money by being fair, or giving people what they are entitled to. They make money by denying claims, settling for less than victims deserve, and having attorneys on their side who know more […]
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 […]
Comp/Collision and Property Damage Liability
What is Comprehensive (Comp) Coverage? Comprehensive Coverage will cover damage to your vehicle in the event of fire, theft, vandalism, etc. There is usually a deductable associated with comp coverage, which you will have to pay out of pocket, and a limit which your insurance company will not exceed. There may be situations which your […]
The Truth About “Full Coverage”
What does the state of Florida require me to carry as far as car insurance? According to theFloridaDepartment of Motor Vehicles’; “Florida’s no-fault insurance law requires vehicle owners to carry at least $10,000 Personal Injury Protection (PIP) and $10,000 Property Damage Liability (PDL). All licensed insurance companies electronically report to DHSMV when policies providing PIP […]
Uninsured Motorist Coverage; The Saving Grace in Your Insurance
What is Uninsured Motorist (UM) Coverage? Uninsured/Under Insured Motorist, or UM, Coverage is an insurance option which covers certain gaps in automotive insurance; particularly when the other party does not have insurance or adequate coverage for injuries they caused to you in an auto accident. Isn’t PIP insurance enough? Even though PIP insurance is required […]
