Welcome to the website of the The Davis Bozeman Law Firm, P.C. Our firm’s primary practice areas are: Personal Injury and Criminal Defense led by Attorneys Mawuli Mel Davis and Robert O. Bozeman

Auto Accidents are responsible for over 3 million injuries a year. Unfortunately, Car Accidents are extremely common as drivers are becoming more distracted and paying less attention while driving automobiles. This can have serious effects on victims, leaving some seriously injured, permanently hurt, and financially devastated. If you or a loved one has been involved in a car accident, our firm can help. We have over 50 lawyers who are experienced in handling Auto Accident claims and have handled thousands of these cases. Each car accident case will not only be handled by an experienced personal injury lawyer, but also by a full staff of secretaries and paralegals. You will receive the highest quality legal representation for your case.

Auto Accident Facts

• Car crashes claim 400,000 lives every year..
• Fatal car accidents serve as the leading cause of death for Americans under the age of 34.
• Every day, approximately 115 people die from motor vehicle accidents.
• Damages from auto crashes total $150 billion annually.
• Every person is likely to experience at least one car accident during their lifetime.

Contact a Car Accident Attorney immediately after a Car Crash.

In most cases, we can assist in recovering your lost wages, medical bills, property damage, loss of life's joys, and other related costs. We will also help you deal with your auto insurance company as far as making any necessary claims, in addition to handling your case against the at-fault driver's insurance company. Even if you are not sure if you are to blame for the accident, please consult with us immediately to discuss a possible auto accident lawsuit. We may still be able to help you with your auto accident claim. Every year, the auto accident lawyers at Morgan & Morgan litigate numerous lawsuits to trial involving Auto Accidents and other personal injury cases nationwide. We are extremely proud of the results that we have obtained.

Drunk Driving and Auto Accidents

In addition to negligent and aggressive drivers, alcohol is a factor in 38% of all deadly car crashes and 7% of all auto accidents. In 2007, Florida's drunken driving accidents totaled 22,823. DUIs, formerly known as DWIs, can apply to those under the influence of alcohol, prescription medication, illicit drugs, and even over-the counter medicine. Individuals who were injured in alcohol-related crashes should speak with a car accident lawyer about recovering compensation for their injuries. Other types of traffic collisions involved in auto accident cases include rollover accidents, head-on collisions, side impact collisions, rear-end collisions, high-speed collisions, and lane changing accidents.

A wrongful death lawsuit is filed on behalf of someone who died as a result of another party's negligence or wrongful actions. Only the executor of the decedent's estate (usually a family member) can file the wrongful death suit, and only designated "distributees" can receive compensation. In this section you will find information on the most common causes of wrongful death as well as possible legal recourse that you or other family members might have. If you have recently lost someone due to another party's negligence, this information should be very useful to you.

The statute of limitations for filing a wrongful death lawsuit ranges from one to three years after the death in question, depending on the state in which the suit is filed. Thus, if you believe the death of someone you know occurred due to negligence or intent to harm, it is important that you contact a wrongful death attorney in your state immediately to determine your rights and learn about settlements and court awards. Wrongful death lawsuits are usually handled by a personal injury lawyer. Personal injury lawyers have experience litigating cases involving the injuries that lead to wrongful death.

Causes of Wrongful Death

The causes of wrongful death are many and varied, from defective drugs and products to car and bus accidents.

Wrongful Death and Defective Drugs

Over the years, various pharmaceutical companies have failed to notify the FDA, physicians and consumers of dangerous defects in their drugs. Companies that knowingly hide serious side effects are liable for the consequences. Not even FDA approval relieves a company of its responsibility to the consumer, nor does it protect the company from liability. When the effects of defective drugs lead to premature and wrongful death, a wrongful death suit may be filed.

Premises liability is a term used to describe the legal responsibility that a landowner and occupiers of a property have for injuries and accidents that occur on their property. Premises liability claims can be filed for a variety of reasons. For example, slip and fall claims are common. In addition claims may be filed for injuries that are result equipment that is used on the property. Also injuries that may be a result of another person's actions on the property may be the responsibility of a property owner, especially if the owner fails to provide adequate security on the property.

Other types of incidences can also incur injuries; they can come from falling objects, a broken sidewalk, and improper signage to name a few. When determining liability on the part of the owner, several factors are taken in to account. One key factor for determining premises liability is the legal status of the visitor. Status is generally broken down into four categories. The visitor is one of the following; invitee, social guest, licensee, or a trespasser. Status is important when assessing a premises liability claim because a trespasser is unlikely to be compensated for a premises liability case.

Other factors considered when evaluating premises liability is whether or not an owner has made reasonable effort to provide for the safety of his or her guests. When determining liability reasonable effort on the behalf of the owner will be examined by answering some of these questions; have obstacles and hazards been cleaned up in a reasonable manner, or have guests been adequately warned that a hazard exists? Further you may have to establish whether or not the owner knew a hazard existed and then failed to remedy the situation. For example, if a sidewalk has been broken for an extended period, and you trip and fall on it, then the property owner is likely to be held responsible. On the other hand if you spill something and slip on it, before the owner has time to act, the case may be more difficult to make regarding owner liability.

When considering filing a premises liability claim action should be taken in a timely manner. The first reason why this is important is that you want to protect and preserve vital evidence on the case. Secondly there may be statues of limitations that limit the time you have to file a claim after an injury has occurred. If you have reason to believe the negligence of a property owner has contributed to an injury you've sustained, then speaking to a premises liability lawyer should be a priority. Premises liabilities cases will often allow damages based on pain and suffering, lost wages and medical expenses. Further premises liability may also compensate the surviving family members in the event of death as a result of qualifying injuries.