St Petersburg Personal Injury Attorney Blog

St Petersburg Personal Injury Attorneys McQuaid & Douglas have been awarded Best Personal Injury Lawyers in St Petersburg, FL for the second year in a row! Sean McQuaid and Jonathon Douglas have been selected for the " Top 3 Personal Injury Lawyers in St Petersburg " by ThreeBestRated.com® for 2019. They previously received this award in 2018. This honor is based in part upon Sean and Jonathon’s repeated success in handling car accident , truck accident , motorcycle accident and other personal injury claims . Additionally, Sean and Jonathon have 55 five star reviews on Google and countless of other flattering reviews on Facebook and Yelp . Sean and Jonathon are dedicated to personal attention for their personal injury clients. About Three Best Rated® Three Best Rated® was created with the simple goal of finding the top 3 local businesses, professionals, restaurants, health care providers, and everything in-between, in any city. Every business is meticulously hand...

The issue over who owns a car after an accident is one that is a constant battle from the victim’s perspective. After an accident, the at-fault driver and/or the owner of the car constantly try to cover their tracks in order to avoid liability. One would think that simply pulling the DMV registration records would answer the question. But, Florida courts have given wiggle room to those who are owners only in title. At St. Petersburg Personal Injury Attorneys McQuaid & Douglas , we have seen may tricks over the years by those who have tried to escape from liability by trying to transfer titles after a car accident . We also have witnessed just how many people simply fail to comply with Florida law by failing to properly transfer a car title. In a new case decided in South Florida, the Fourth District Court of Appeal discussed the implications or lack thereof, when a father claimed that he sold his car to his son shortly before an accident that killed a bicyclist. In Estate of Ra...

Regardless of the size of the impact, car accidents to a woman while she is pregnant are some of the riskiest and most worrisome situations that we encounter as car accident lawyers . At St. Petersburg Personal Injury Attorneys McQuaid & Douglas , we have represented countless women who have been injured in a car accident while they are pregnant . These cases are always difficult because of the unique risks to both the mother and the unborn child. We understand that these types of cases are about getting proper medical care and making sure that the baby is unhurt. In every case, your health and the health of your baby is our primary concern. Symptoms of Injury Following A Car Accident While Pregnant While it is recommended that you go to the hospital after every car accident , it is also advised to follow up with your OB/GYN as soon as possible. However, there are certain injuries that always require medical attention as follows: loss of consciousness vaginal bleeding ...

Car accidents are extremely common and the likelihood of an injury is always present. One of the most common injuries after a car accident is to your neck . Neck injuries can be very serious, painful, and permanent. It is normal to experience an injury to the neck due to the force of the impact. Interestingly, most of our female clients involved even in a minor car accident report some type of neck injury or neck pain . At St Petersburg Personal Injury Attorneys McQuaid & Douglas , we specialize in car accident claims involving injuries to the neck and have a proven track record of success. If you are suffering from a neck injury after a car accident , we encourage you to contact us to discuss your medical treatment and your legal options. Symptoms of a Neck Injury Neck injuries after a car accident can cause much more than just pain or stiffness. If untreated, neck injuries can affect all aspects of your daily life. It is important to know some of the symptoms of a neck injur...

St. Pete Beach has some of the most beautiful beaches on the Gulf of Mexico. Located in Pinellas County, Florida, St. Pete Beach is a prime tourist destination for people all around the world. St. Pete Beach begins on the south end at Pass-a-Grille and ends at Upham Beach near Treasure Island. There are numerous large hotels all along St. Pete Beach including The Don CeSar , Sirata Beach Resort , The Beachcomber , Grand Plaza Hotel , Tradewinds Island Resort , Postcard Inn on the Beach , and The Hotel Zamora . All these hotels are located on Gulf Blvd and all are either on the Gulf of Mexico or the Intracoastal. Unfortunately, the hotels are not always able to keep up with the volume of customers. Many hotels even overbook in order to guarantee full occupancy. It is this desire for profit at the expense of the visitor that leads to shortcuts and accidents. If you have been injured at a hotel on St. Pete Beach , we specialize in these types of claims. At St. Petersburg Personal In...

If you have been involved in a car accident in St. Petersburg and are injured due to the carelessness of another, then you may have a claim to recover compensation. But, exactly what you have to do to win your claim is a different story. Just because you were injured and were not at fault does not mean that an insurance company is automatically going to write you a big check. So, how exactly do you win a car accident case in St. Petersburg? At St Petersburg Personal Injury Attorneys McQuaid & Douglas , we have handled countless car accidents. This article will walk you through the process after being injured in a car accident . Always Report the Car Accident One of the biggest mistakes that people make after a car accident is not calling the police. I understand why many people do not take this action, but it is vital to any case. Many people do not want to waste time waiting for a police investigation. Others feel sorry for the person who hit them and don’t call. Some may not...

Dealing with Insurance Companies after a Car Accident If you have been involved in a car accident , the question ultimately is raised, “ Should I hire a car accident attorney ”. The answer to this question is a resounding “Yes.” The very basic premise behind this answer involves protecting your legal rights and the legal rights of your loved ones when you or someone you love has been involved in a car accident . This article will briefly address why it is imperative to hire a St. Petersburg Car Accident Attorney immediately after a car accident to help you deal with the various insurance companies that may be involved in the investigation and handling of your car accident claim . If you or a loved one has been involved in a car accident , one of the first things we tell our clients to do (if they haven’t already done so) is to immediately report the car accident to their insurance company . Timely notifying your insurance company if you have been involved in a car accident is a re...