Articles Posted in Personal Injury

If you were injured in a car accident but weren’t wearing your seatbelt, you might wonder: Can I still recover compensation? In Florida, the answer is usually yes — but the amount you receive may be reduced. At The Bonderud Law Firm, we help clients navigate the impact of Florida’s seatbelt defense and fight to…

A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can happen in an instant — but the effects can last a lifetime. These injuries often go undiagnosed in the hours and days after an accident, only to emerge later with devastating physical, emotional, and financial consequences. At The Bonderud Law Firm, we help accident victims recover compensation for all…

Uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage — known as UM/UIM — is one of the most important but misunderstood parts of an auto insurance policy. In a state like Florida, where many drivers carry only the bare minimum (or no insurance at all), having UM coverage can make the difference between being fully compensated or left…

If you’ve been injured in an accident, you don’t have unlimited time to file a lawsuit. Florida law sets strict deadlines — called statutes of limitation — for bringing personal injury claims. Miss the deadline, and you could lose your right to recover compensation forever. At The Bonderud Law Firm, we help clients act quickly…

If you’ve been injured in an accident and don’t have health insurance — or can’t afford out-of-pocket costs — a Letter of Protection (LOP) can help you get the medical treatment you need without paying upfront. At The Bonderud Law Firm, we frequently work with medical providers and clients to arrange treatment under Letters of…

After a serious accident, one of the first questions we hear from clients is: “How long will this take?” The answer depends on many factors — but understanding the general timeline can help set realistic expectations. At The Bonderud Law Firm, we guide clients through every phase of the personal injury process with clear communication…

If you’ve filed a personal injury claim in Florida, there’s a good chance you’ll be asked to give a deposition. It’s a key step in the legal process — but for many injury victims, it’s also unfamiliar and stressful. At The Bonderud Law Firm, we prepare our clients thoroughly for depositions so they can testify…

If you’ve been injured in an accident in Florida, you might assume the other party is fully responsible — but what if the insurance company says you’re partly to blame? That’s where comparative fault comes into play. At The Bonderud Law Firm, we help clients recover compensation even when they’re accused of being partially at…

Slip and fall accidents may sound minor, but they can lead to serious, life-altering injuries — from broken bones to traumatic brain injuries. If you’ve been injured on someone else’s property in Florida, you may be entitled to compensation — but only if you can prove the property owner was legally responsible. At The Bonderud…

After a car accident or other personal injury, it doesn’t take long before the phone starts ringing — and it’s usually the insurance company on the other end. Whether it’s your insurer or the other party’s, you need to be extremely cautious about what you say and do. At The Bonderud Law Firm, we deal…