Should I Take the First Offer of a Car Accident Settlement?

In most cases, no, you should not take the insurance company’s first offer of a car accident settlement. The first…

​Is Lane Splitting Legal in Florida?

Lane-splitting is illegal in Florida and most states except California. Florida Statute 316.209 (3) states, “no person shall operate a…

How Can a Truck Accident Lawyer Help?

If you suffer injuries in a truck accident, you must work with a local truck accident lawyer. While many people…

Florida Probate Laws

Probate is the process of identifying the deceased party’s assets, paying their debts, and allocating the remaining assets to whomever…

​Motorcycle Helmet Laws

If you own a motorcycle, you know the freedom of the open road and the escape your bike can provide….

​Food Delivery Accidents

A food delivery driver is rushing to drop off a food order and runs through a stop sign in your…

Frequently Asked Questions About Florida’s Wrongful Death Act

Losing a loved one is arguably one of the most challenging life circumstances someone may face. While death is undoubtedly…

What to Do After an Accident on Dangerous State Road 26

While all roads in America and Florida can be dangerous, some are notoriously treacherous for drivers. For example, particular stretches…

Assault and Battery or Sexual Assault From an Uber or Lyft Driver

A couple of decades ago, most people might never have gotten in a vehicle with a random stranger they summoned…

Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)

Suppose you or someone you love suffered an injury at the hands of a negligent, careless, or intentional person or…

2023 Distracted Driving Survey: Just How Distracted Are Florida Drivers?

We Asked Florida Drivers to Share Their Experiences We asked a group of drivers in Florida to share their thoughts…

​Why Blind Spots Cause Many Truck Accidents

Blind spot accidents are among the most common types of truck accidents. Common does not mean less severe. Anytime you…

​Who Can File a Wrongful Death Suit?

When your loved one has died due to someone else’s actions, your family can be eligible for significant financial compensation…

​What Can I Expect From a Personal Injury Claim?

If you have suffered an injury in an accident, your first thoughts (after your physical health) may focus on justice…

​Tanker Truck Accidents

Every day, scores of large tanker trucks travel on roads across the country. Many of these trucks transport hazardous materials…

​How much does a wrongful death lawsuit pay?

You have several concerns when your family has lost a loved one due to someone else’s actions. One of your…

​How Long Does a Motorcycle Accident Lawsuit Take?

If you or a loved one have suffered an injury in a motorcycle accident, chances are that you need the…

​Head-On Truck Collisions

The most dangerous type of traffic collision possible is a head-on accident. The driver who gets struck head-on will be…

​How to Choose the Best Personal Injury Lawyer

You deserve compensation for the injuries you suffered because of someone else’s wrongdoing, but you want to choose the best…

​Why Is My Accident Settlement Taking so Long?

Car accident claims and lawsuits can sometimes take longer than you might expect to settle. The length of time it…

What Happens When ​Unqualified Truck Drivers Crash?

Trucking companies have a duty to hire and retain only skilled, experienced, and qualified drivers to operate their trucks. When…

​Truck Mechanical Failures

When trucks and truck parts malfunction on area roadways, serious accidents can result. Truck mechanical failure may be the fault…

​Tesla Autopilot Auto Accidents

At Steven A. Bagen & Associates, P.A., we know that vehicle technology keeps evolving, and so do accident and injury…