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Are Personal Injury Settlements Taxable in Florida?

Tax season is upon us and if you or someone you know was involved in an accident and received compensation from the personal injury settlement, you might wonder if it’s taxable.  The short answer is in general, personal injury settlements are not taxable in Florida.  However, there are instances that

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What is a Free Case Evaluation?

As Tampa personal injury lawyers, our main focus is helping those who are injured get the justice they deserve. The first step in that process is a free case evaluation.  After an accident, the future might look uncertain. How do you move on from this accident? What’s my next move?

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4 Tips to Safely Ring in the New Year

As 2022 quickly comes to a close and we head into 2023, many of us are planning our celebrations.  New Year’s Eve is a festive time when friends and family come together to officially close the book on the year that was and welcome a brand-new year of possibilities.  While

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Pedestrian Accidents in Florida: What you Need to Know

Pedestrian accidents are more common than you think. In fact, according to a study conducted by Smart Growth America, a pedestrian-safety organization, Florida ranked as the most deadly state for pedestrians.  As a personal injury lawyer in Tampa, our team takes great care in educating our clients and community members

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What Should I Do After a Personal Injury Car Accident?

If you’ve been involved in a car accident, you’re likely experiencing many emotions from fear to confusion. As a Tampa personal injury lawyer, our team at Cappy Law understands how the time after an accident can be overwhelming.  And, the steps you take afterwards can play a major role in

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The Best Entrepreneurial Advice for Lawyers

70 months. 304 weeks. 2,129 days.  That’s how long my entrepreneurial journey as the owner of a personal injury law firm in Tampa has been so far. In this time, I’ve learned more lessons than I can count. Each brings with it unique knowledge and insights that have propelled my

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7 Halloween Safety Tips You’ll Want to Know

Halloween is around the corner and the potential for injuries that come with this holiday can be scary. As Tampa personal injury lawyers, we want to do everything we can to help you and that’s why we put together a list of the top seven Halloween safety tips. So, before

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Trucking Accidents: 3 Common Causes

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), reported that 2021 marked a 16-year high in traffic deaths. When it came to big trucks, in particular, there was a 13% increase compared to 2020. When involved in an accident, large vehicles such as trucks can cause significant damage because of their

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5 Types of Nursing Home Abuse

When you think of nursing home abuse, your mind will likely jump to the physical abuse of an elderly person. While not wrong, this isn’t the only form of abuse the elderly can experience at a nursing home or assisted living facility.  In fact, assisted living and nursing home abuse

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What is No-Fault Insurance in Florida?

As a Florida resident, you’ve probably heard the phrase, “no-fault state” before.  But, do you know what it means and how it would affect you if you were involved in a car accident? As a Tampa personal injury law firm, one of our goals, beyond helping our clients through some

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