About: Ted A. Corless
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DIFFICULTIES IN PROVING SLIP AND FALL CASES – Encarnacion v. Lifemark Hospitals of Florida
Generally, a person injured in a slip and fall must prove that the landowner either knew or should have known that there was a dangerous condition on the property that caused the person to fall. In Encarnacion v. Lifemark Hospitals of Florida, 42 Fla. L. Weekly D304a (February 1, 2017), Carmen Encarnacion went to Palmetto […]
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Aggravation of a Pre-existing Injury
It happens all the time in personal injury cases (car accidents, motorcycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, bicycle accidents, slip and fall accidents, trip and fall accidents, etc.), an individual sustains an injury to a part of their body that already had problems. Logically it make a lot of sense, a previously injured body part is normally […]
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Alert Today, Alive Tomorrow – Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety
As we have previously discussed on the Corless Barfield Trial Group Blog, Florida streets and roadways are notoriously dangerous for pedestrians and bicyclists. Fortunately, the state of Florida and other local municipalities are making a strong effort to make our Florida roadways safer for pedestrians and bicyclists. Around Tampa Bay we see new crosswalks, crosswalk […]
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Health Insurance and a Motor Vehicle Accident
How does health insurance work if you have been injured in a motor vehicle accident? Many people do not realize that when you are injured in a motor vehicle accident in Florida, your health insurance is no longer your primary medical insurance coverage. As we have previously discussed on the Corless Barfield Trial Group Blog, […]
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Suing an Insurance Company for Bad Faith
Suing an insurance company for bad faith If you’re thinking of suing an insurance company for bad faith, it’s important that you understand what that means. You need to understand what services an insurance company is responsible for providing and how to know if they’re failing the expectations set. It’s understandable – we pay these […]
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The Terrifying Effects of Asbestos Exposure
The effects of Asbestos We’ve all heard about the risks of asbestos exposure. Asbestos has been a warning word when shopping for new homes, living in an older home, and in the workplace. Since modern structures do not contain asbestos, you may be confused as to exactly what the risks are. Our personal injury lawyers […]
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Common Misconceptions About Home Insurance
Home insurance is used to protect your interests should damage come to your home. While home insurance is often required if you hold a mortgage, and highly recommended even if you don’t, there are lots of misconceptions when it comes to coverage and home insurance in general. These can often lead to home insurance disputes. […]
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Common Causes of Electrical Fires
Electrical fires can be disastrous for your home or business. The most common causes of electrical fires can be easily prevented if you know how to spot them. Here are the most common reasons that electrical fires begin, causing serious property damage in Florida. Avoid Property Damage in Florida from Electrical Fires Bad Wiring Your […]
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Car Insurance Claim Advice: What Not to Do
Car insurance claim advice After being involved in a car accident, the last thing you want to think about is your insurance claim. Unfortunately, it must be done, and it must be done right (unless you don’t want to be reimbursed for your pain!). There are a few things that you should keep in mind […]
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