--- title: Bagen's Personal Injury Blog - Steven A. Bagen & Associates | Slip & Fall description: Slip & Fall | Steven A Bagen Law blog provides helpful information and tips to those seeking services of a personal injury lawyer. --- ![Stephen A Bagen Logo](https://blog.bagenlaw.com/hs-fs/hubfs/logo_bagen_law.png?width=224&name=logo_bagen_law.png) 24/7 Free Consultation[(800) BAGEN LAW](tel:18008002575) "Se Habla Espanol" - [Home](https://bagenlaw.com/) - [About Us](https://bagenlaw.com/about-us/) - [Services](https://bagenlaw.com/practice-areas/) - [Reviews](https://bagenlaw.com/testimonials/) - [Blog](https://blog.bagenlaw.com/blog) - [Contact Us](https://bagenlaw.com/contact/) # Bagen Law Blog ## [Cheerleading Injuries Can Be Prevented by Following New AAP Guidelines](https://blog.bagenlaw.com/blog/2013/01/24/cheerleading-injuries-can-be-prevented-by-following-new-aap-guidelines) Posted by [Steven A. Bagen](https://blog.bagenlaw.com/blog/author/steven-a-bagen) Jan 24, 2013 2:31:00 PM Cheerleading doesn’t seem like an activity that would lead to a high number of injuries, but that’s actually untrue. A significant number of cheerleaders are injured every year. These injuries can be prevented by following new guidelines set out by the AAP. Cheerleaders are expected fixtures at football games, basketball games, pep rallies and more. However, this once rather innocent activity has been transformed in recent years. It’s no longer just the process of leading spectators to cheer for the home team. Cheerleaders today are competitive athletes. As such, they can be the victim of [injuries](http://www.bagenlaw.com/personal-injury/grounds-for-personal-injury-claims.php) just like any other athlete. However, thanks to new AAP guidelines, many of these injuries can be prevented. [Read More](https://blog.bagenlaw.com/blog/2013/01/24/cheerleading-injuries-can-be-prevented-by-following-new-aap-guidelines) 0 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.bagenlaw.com/blog/2013/01/24/cheerleading-injuries-can-be-prevented-by-following-new-aap-guidelines#comments) Topics: [Slip & Fall](https://blog.bagenlaw.com/blog/topic/slip-fall), [Serious Accidents & Injuries](https://blog.bagenlaw.com/blog/topic/serious-accidents-injuries) ## [Do You Really Need Uninsured Motorist Coverage?](https://blog.bagenlaw.com/blog/2013/01/14/do-you-really-need-uninsured-motorist-coverage) Posted by [Steven A. Bagen](https://blog.bagenlaw.com/blog/author/steven-a-bagen) Jan 14, 2013 3:14:00 PM Having the right auto insurance coverage is essential. Uninsured motorist coverage is vital to ensuring that you are protected in a collision with an uninsured or underinsured driver. Auto insurance is mandatory in Florida (as in most of the US). However, the state only requires a minimum amount of coverage. The state does not mandate that you carry uninsured motorist coverage. However, it’s very important that you have this type of protection included on your insurance policy. Why is this? What is this type of protection? **What Happens If You’re Injured?** Every day, thousands of people in Florida are injured in automobile accidents. In most cases, the insurance companies pick up the tab here. However, what happens if you’re injured in an auto accident and the person who hit you doesn’t have insurance? What happens if their insurance coverage is not sufficient? In most instances, you’re on the hook for your medical bills, and you won’t see anything for pain and suffering through a personal injury case, regardless of how skilled your lawyer might be. [Read More](https://blog.bagenlaw.com/blog/2013/01/14/do-you-really-need-uninsured-motorist-coverage) 2 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.bagenlaw.com/blog/2013/01/14/do-you-really-need-uninsured-motorist-coverage#comments) Topics: [Slip & Fall](https://blog.bagenlaw.com/blog/topic/slip-fall), [Motorcycle Accidents](https://blog.bagenlaw.com/blog/topic/motorcycle-accidents), [Bicycle Accidents](https://blog.bagenlaw.com/blog/topic/bicycle-accidents) ## [Social Media – The Smoking Gun in the Personal Injury Lawsuits](https://blog.bagenlaw.com/blog/2011/06/21/social-media-the-smoking-gun-in-the-personal-injury-lawsuits) Posted by [Steven A. Bagen](https://blog.bagenlaw.com/blog/author/steven-a-bagen) Jun 21, 2011 11:30:00 AM Technology has undoubtedly changed the world we live in. If you want to communicate with your friends as to your day or your plans that night, you more often than not use a social networking site as means of getting the word out. However, your social networking of choice could also be your biggest obstruction when you decide to pursue a personal injury claim. 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Bagen](https://blog.bagenlaw.com/blog/author/steven-a-bagen) Jun 20, 2011 8:31:00 AM When you’ve been injured in a slip and fall, a car accident, or any type of personal injury incident, you’re probably feeling overwhelmed by the chaos and flurry of emotions. [Read More](https://blog.bagenlaw.com/blog/2011/06/20/7-things-to-do-after-an-accident) 3 Comments [Click here to read/write comments](https://blog.bagenlaw.com/blog/2011/06/20/7-things-to-do-after-an-accident#comments) Topics: [Car Accidents](https://blog.bagenlaw.com/blog/topic/car-accidents), [Pedestrian Accidents](https://blog.bagenlaw.com/blog/topic/pedestrian-accidents), [Personal Injury](https://blog.bagenlaw.com/blog/topic/personal-injury), [Nursing Home Abuse](https://blog.bagenlaw.com/blog/topic/nursing-home-abuse), [Slip & Fall](https://blog.bagenlaw.com/blog/topic/slip-fall), [Motorcycle Accidents](https://blog.bagenlaw.com/blog/topic/motorcycle-accidents), [Burn Injuries](https://blog.bagenlaw.com/blog/topic/burn-injuries), [Bicycle Accidents](https://blog.bagenlaw.com/blog/topic/bicycle-accidents), [Boating Accidents](https://blog.bagenlaw.com/blog/topic/boating-accidents), [Speeding Accidents](https://blog.bagenlaw.com/blog/topic/speeding-accidents), [Truck Accidents](https://blog.bagenlaw.com/blog/topic/truck-accidents), [Bus Accidents](https://blog.bagenlaw.com/blog/topic/bus-accidents), [Personal Injury Attorney(s)](https://blog.bagenlaw.com/blog/topic/personal-injury-attorneys), [Construction Accidents](https://blog.bagenlaw.com/blog/topic/construction-accidents), [Spinal Cord Injury](https://blog.bagenlaw.com/blog/topic/spinal-cord-injury), [Dog Bites](https://blog.bagenlaw.com/blog/topic/dog-bites), [Serious Accidents & Injuries](https://blog.bagenlaw.com/blog/topic/serious-accidents-injuries), [Personal Injury Law](https://blog.bagenlaw.com/blog/topic/personal-injury-law) ## [When to Call a Personal Injury Attorney](https://blog.bagenlaw.com/blog/2011/06/01/when-to-call-a-personal-injury-attorney) Posted by [Steven A. Bagen](https://blog.bagenlaw.com/blog/author/steven-a-bagen) Jun 1, 2011 10:00:00 AM When you’ve been seriously injured in an accident, it can be a scary time for you and your family. There are so many questions, not enough answers, and too little time to decide what to do next. One of the first steps to getting your life back is to know when to call in a personal injury attorney to assist you in your case. **You’ve been told by a doctor that you’re seriously injured.** If your injury has ultimately led you to the hospital and a medical professional has deemed your injury serious, then it’s time to call a personal injury lawyer. Just because you may be covered by insurance, does not mean you should trust they have your family’s best interest at heart. If you are losing time from work and you can not get the recovery you deserve, then it is time to bring in a qualified personal injury attorney. An attorney will work with your insurance company and the other parties involved to ensure you have less to worry about as you recover from your traumatic injury. 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