Does a personal injury settlement affect food stamps?

Yes, your personal injury settlement affects your eligibility to participate in Florida’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Because SNAP is a financially need-based program, your eligibility and the amount of assistance you receive each month are determined by your household income and its size. However, there are ways to handle any income you receive in […]

Can I sue my employer for personal injury?

Yes, there are a few limited situations in which you can sue your employer for damages resulting from workplace injuries. For the most part, people who suffer a work-related injury or illness are eligible to receive workers’ compensation benefits through their employer. However, if their employer does not carry workers’ compensation insurance but is legally […]

What is duty of care?

In personal injury law, duty of care refers to the basic responsibility people and businesses have to avoid actions that could harm others. If someone fails to act reasonably under the circumstances and another person is injured as a result, that failure is considered a breach of duty of care. When a breach leads to […]

What are damages in personal injury?

In a personal injury case, damages refer to the monetary compensation the injured party (called the plaintiff) may be paid by the at-fault party (the defendant). If the plaintiff and their West Palm Beach personal injury lawyer can prove that the defendant’s negligence caused the plaintiff physical injury and financial losses, damages are awarded to […]

What is the difference between bodily injury and personal injury?

Understand the difference between bodily injury and personal injury in Florida car accidents, and when you may qualify to file a personal injury lawsuit

Can I switch attorneys in a personal injury case?

Learn if you can switch attorneys in a personal injury case. Explore your rights, what to expect, and how Lytal, Reiter, Smith, Ivey & Fronrath can help.

Can a trust be sued for personal injury in West Palm Beach?

Learn whether a trust can be held liable in a personal injury lawsuit and what factors may affect the outcome.

What is a legal complaint in truck accident cases?

Understand what a legal complaint is in truck accident cases and how it starts the lawsuit process.

What happens if I lose my personal injury claim?

If you lose your personal injury claim, you may owe fees or medical bills. Learn what happens next and how an experienced Florida lawyer can still help.

Will a personal injury settlement affect my social security benefits?

Find out how a personal injury settlement can impact your SSI or Medicaid benefits, and learn how to preserve eligibility through legal financial strategies.