If you have experienced a personal injury and are filing a lawsuit to recover damages, it is important to factor in all types of damages you may have incurred. For many people, this will include any lost wages that you would have earned if you were able to work. If you are self-employed, however, this can be more complicated and confusing because you likely don’t receive a normal paycheck. For those who are … [Read more...]

Being injured in a car accident as a passenger can be especially traumatic. One minute you’re browsing through your Facebook feed, checking your Google Calendar for today’s meeting time, or even enjoying a long-overdue nap. The next, the car you’re riding in is in the ditch or crushed against a concrete divider and you’re seriously injured. When you’re hurt in a car accident, you have the right to pursue compensation … [Read more...]

Wrongful death takes place when a person dies as a result of another party’s intentional, reckless, or negligent actions. It can happen to anyone: adults, children, and senior citizens who are in the middle of enjoying a well-deserved retirement. In this blog, we’ll review a few common wrongful death circumstances and explain how you and other surviving family members can get justice. Wrongful death in nursing … [Read more...]

Personal injury cases come about when one person’s negligence leads to another person’s injury. In order for someone to be considered negligent, it must first be demonstrated that he or she had a duty to protect the injured party from harm. In legal terms, that duty is called “duty of care.” Determining when someone does and does not have a duty of care can be very complex, but fortunately in Florida we have a … [Read more...]

At Goss Law, we’ve sometimes been asked, “Can I pursue damages from someone who made a mistake when trying to help me and ended up making my injury a whole lot worse?” In today’s blog post, we’re answering that question. Florida, like many other states, has legal provisions that protect those who make an attempt to help in emergency scenarios. Florida’s Good Samaritan Act states that “Any person, including those … [Read more...]

If you’re involved in a personal injury case, you have probably heard the phrase “pain and suffering.” This is an important legal concept that many don’t fully understand. Many wonder “How can I put a price tag on what I’m experiencing?” In today’s blog post, we’ll discuss! Proving Damages Related to Pain and Suffering Part of filing a lawsuit after an injury is showing your damages. An example of damage as it … [Read more...]

When we help our elderly loved ones move into a nursing home, there are a lot of things on our minds. Will they want to sell their house? Will they be happy? Will you be able to visit them as often as you want? One question that typically isn’t on your mind is “Will I know if my loved one is subject to nursing home abuse?” Unfortunately, nursing home abuse is far too common and it’s something that should be on the … [Read more...]

If you are involved in a personal injury lawsuit, it can be helpful to know some of the tactics the defense may try to use. Understanding some common personal injury defense tactics can also help you determine whether or not your case will hold up in court. For that reason, today’s blog post is all about the legal concept of “assumption of risk.” Picture this scenario: A man is looking for his lost dog. There is an … [Read more...]

Car accidents are terrifying, regardless of the severity. In a bad accident, you may be seriously injured, or someone else may be, and you can go into panic mode. In less serious accidents, the fear you feel is still extreme because it makes you realize how dangerous roads can be and how easy it is to make a mistake or be injured as a result of someone else’s mistake. If you are in an accident, it is important to do … [Read more...]

It is comforting to think of doctors as magical beings who are incapable of making errors, but the truth is, they’re human too. Unfortunately, that means they’re not immune to making mistakes. At the Law Offices of Patrick L. Goss, we often represent clients who have been hurt as the result of medical malpractice. We’re sad to say we’ve seen time and time again just how much a doctor’s mistake, whether its caused by … [Read more...]