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May 24, 2012
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Sarasota Car Accident Lawyer, Scott Westheimer, Talks UM Coverage

As a Sarasota car accident lawyer, I frequently have clients who were injured in an auto accident where the driver was either uninsured or underinsured. In most states, if you get into a car accident, automobile accident, or motorcycle accident the at- fault driver is forced by law to have

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Top 5 things to do before you start your car

5. Make sure you have adequate PIP insurance coverage. Under Florida law, PIP (Personal Injury Protection) is mandatory and pays 80% of your medical bills and 60% of your lost wages if you get into an auto accident, regardless of fault. Insurance agents or companies may attempt to sell PIP

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Syprett Meshad & DuBose Attorney Receives Award for Pro Bono Work

Amanda King May 10, 2012 – Sarasota, FL – Amanda King, associate attorney at Sarasota law firm Syprett Meshad & DuBose, was recently presented with the “Outstanding Service by a Young Lawyer” award by Legal Aid of Manasota. This award honored King for donating more than 200 hours to pro bono projects in

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