What is my Personal Injury Case Worth?

What insurance coverage is available? When evaluating a personal injury or car accident claim, the first thing that an attorney must evaluate is the insurance coverage available. Typically, an accident attorney looks for the policy limits of the at fault driver. If the at fault driver has limited insurance coverage or if the policy limits are not enough to cover the injuries, then attorney will determine whether there is underinsured or uninsured motorist coverage available. Underinsured or uninsured motorist coverage provides additional coverage when an at fault driver does not have enough insurance to cover the injuries that he or she...

02 June

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5 Things That Can Affect Your Car Accident Claim

Posted by DeWitt Law Firm, P.A.

in Car Accidents, Personal Injury

1. Recorded Statements can hurt your claim. You should never give a recorded statement to the insurance company without being represented by an experienced Florida car accident attorney. The insurance company may try to use the recorded statement against you in order to reduce the value of your claim. Speak with an attorney to determine whether you are required to give a recorded statement. Additionally, you should have an attorney present to ensure that the insurance company does not try to manipulate your statement in a way that later may be used against you. 2. Insurance companies hope that you do not...

08 May

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6 Reasons You Need a Prenuptial Agreement

Posted by DeWitt Law Firm, P.A.

in Divorce, Family Law, Prenuptial Agreements

A prenuptial agreement is never a romantic proposition. However, having a tough conversation with your spouse now, may help alleviate a lot of heartache in the future. Divorce litigation in Florida can be lengthy, stressful, and expensive. While no couple ever anticipates a divorce, a prenuptial agreement acts as a safety net in the event a divorce becomes necessary. Depending on your circumstances, it may be a good idea to execute a prenuptial agreement. 1. You own a business. If you own a business, you need a prenuptial agreement. The business or any increase in the value of the business may be...

08 May

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Quiet Title Actions After A Tax Deed Sale

Posted by DeWitt Law Firm, P.A.

in Foreclosure, Real Estate Law

If you have purchased a property at a tax deed sale that you wish to resell, it is imperative that you have marketable title to the property. In order to obtain marketable title, you may want to file a quiet title action. A quiet title action typically take at least 3 months, but without marketable title, a title company will not issue title insurance on the property. Without having a title company issue title insurance, it will be very difficult, if not impossible to receive fair market value for the property. After you acquire a property at a tax deed sale,...

01 February

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Attorneys’ Fees on Appeal in Divorce Cases

Posted by DeWitt Law Firm, P.A.

in Appeals, Divorce, Family Law

The purpose of providing for appellate attorneys’ fees is to put both sides on equal footing and allow each side to retain competent legal counsel....

27 January

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When Should I file for a Modification of Alimony?

Posted by DeWitt Law Firm, P.A.

in Alimony, Divorce

If you have recently lost your job or had a reduction in income, you may be able to request a modification of your alimony obligation. Alternatively, if you have reached retirement age or are looking to slow down or retire from your current positions, you may want to consider a modification of alimony. When filing for a Modification of alimony, you must demonstrate to the court a (1) substantial change in circumstances, (2) that was not contemplated at the time of the entry of the agreement or Final Judgment, (3) that is sufficient, material, involuntary, and permanent in nature has occurred....