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How To Choose A Personal Injury Attorney
Sep 25, 2018
If you’ve been injured in an accident, a personal injury attorney can help you deal with insurance companies and ensure that you receive fair treatment in settlement negotiations. On top of the benefits of experience and legal advice, you gain your biggest advocate throughout this process when you hire a personal injury attorney. If you’ve been hurt and you need a personal injury attorney, reach out anytime on my cell at 888-706-8768 or visit www.CallMeOnMyCell.com. However, the process of choosing a personal...
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Hurricane Safety & Insurance Tips
Sep 18, 2018
Your home isn’t only where your heart is — it’s where your money is. It’s probably your most valuable investment, which is why you have a homeowners insurance policy to protect it. But what was once a straightforward arrangement has become less generous and more complicated insurance companies shifted risks and costs onto customers. Hurricane Safety Tips Make a Kit. Assemble an emergency preparedness kit in advance. Create a Plan. Create a household evacuation plan that includes your pets and then...
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Florida Dog Bite Facts
Sep 12, 2018
Dogs can be our closest companions – in the United States, over 36% of households own at least one dog. Dogs have been proven to decrease stress, increase our exercise levels, and are playmates for children. But sometimes man’s best friend will bite. Although the idea of being bitten by a dog is scary, it doesn’t mean you need to avoid dogs completely. If you work or live around dogs, be aware of the risks...
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8 Bike Riding Safety Tips
Sep 5, 2018
Riding a bicycle is a fun, healthy, and great way to be independent, but it is important to remember that a bicycle is not a toy; it’s a vehicle! In fact, the statistical report on unintentional injuries created by the National Safety Council reported that 488,123 people were treated in emergency rooms in 2015 after being injured riding a bicycle. The only sport resulting in more injuries overall was basketball, at 493,011. Football was third, at 399,873. These safety...
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8 Pool Safety Tips
Aug 29, 2018
There is no better way to escape from the heat than taking a nice dip in your pool. Backyard pools are a great way to unwind and relax with loved ones but can pose risks when people don’t follow the safety rules or guidelines. In fact, more than 3,700 people drowned in the United States in 2016, the National Safety Council (NSC) reports. Drowning deaths are particularly prevalent among babies and toddlers. It is the leading cause...
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Back to School Safety: Road Rules
Aug 13, 2018
School buses, crossing guards, and school zones should all be at the front of your mind as you hit the road the next few weeks. Just in case you need a refresher, here are a few back to school safety tips on things to watch out for: Children Walking to School Florida is the 2nd worst state for pedestrian accidents. According to the National Highway Safety Administration, speeding is a major factor in many accidents and can be deadly in...
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What To Do After A Car Accident
Aug 8, 2018
No one expects to get into a car accident, but no matter how safe of a driver you are, a split second can change your life forever. In 2009, roughly 26 people were injured in a car crash every hour in Florida. That means over 600 people per day are injured in a crash. Then in 2010, there were 17,480 traffic crashes in Hillsborough County alone, according to the Department of Motor Vehicles. One of...
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Independence Day: Fun, Dangerous or Both?
Jun 30, 2017
The Fourth of July is a time of celebration among friends and family all across America. Over the weekend the smell of barbeque pits, the taste of cold beer and the sight and sound of fireworks will be a staple for most Americans. Though this is a time to rejoice, it is unfortunately also a time of great disaster on our nation’s roads. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, Independence Day has been deemed...
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What’s Happening on the Roads: Uber & Lyft Regulation Update
Jun 9, 2017
Have you ever used Uber or Lyft? What about any of your friends? The answer is most likely yes to either of these questions, ESPECIALLY in urban areas, such as the Tampa Bay metropolitan area which is the second largest in Florida. As attorneys who have seen up-close-and-personal the devastating effects of crashes related to drunk driving, we’re a big fan of these ride-sharing services because they provide users with a safe way to get...
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Why We Care About NFL Concussions
May 1, 2017
It probably won’t surprise you to hear that we’re big football fans here at Ligori & Ligori. Keith even played in college, and being born and raised in Tampa, is proud to wear Buccaneer red on Sundays! There are a million reasons to love football, whether it’s the community, the passion, the exciting plays, the comeback 80-yard drive resulting in a 4th quarter touchdown pass, you name it. No matter what your favorite part is,...
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