Injuries on the Water

Published February 1st, 2010. By Glenn E. Siegel of Lesser, Lesser, Landy and Smith, PLLC

Passengers on a private recreational boat may be able to recover damages as the result of the boat operator’s negligence, just as an injured passenger of a motor vehicle may seek to recover damages against a negligent driver of a…

Motorcycle Safety, Injury Prevention and the Law

Published January 25th, 2010. By Joseph B. Landy of Lesser, Lesser, Landy and Smith, PLLC

Motorcycles are a common source of transportation – both for recreation as well as for a source of primary transportation. There is no doubt the popularity of the motorcycles continues to escalate. In fact, according to the American Automobile Association…

What is My Liability When I Loan My Car?

Published January 19th, 2010. By Michael S. Smith of Lesser, Lesser, Landy and Smith, PLLC

Before you loan your car to someone, consider this:  You are responsible for the damage it causes.  This is true regardless of whether you loan your vehicle to a family member or simply to a friend or co-worker.  The person…

Access to Justice, Everyone Has This Right, Regardless of Their Legal Status

Published January 11th, 2010. By Daniel Lustig of Lesser, Lesser, Landy and Smith, PLLC

Millions of people travel hundreds and thousands of miles to make United States their home. They come searching for a dream, to make a better life for themselves and their families. Florida alone has seen a vast increase in its…

Did You Know Animal Owners Have Legal Responsibilities?

Published January 4th, 2010. By Heidi S. Reiff of Lesser, Lesser, Landy and Smith, PLLC

So you finally decide to adopt a puppy or grown dog from one of the local shelters. Good for you! Now that you have chosen your new addition, it is very important to make certain that the puppy grows into…

But I Am Not the Kind of Person Who Sues

Published December 28th, 2009. By Joseph B. Landy of Lesser, Lesser, Landy and Smith, PLLC

Any personal injury case starts with the initial client conference.  The purpose of the conference is for the injury victim to meet the lawyer, learn about his or her credentials, and have their questions answered.  The attorney also has an…

How Do I Know If I Need a Personal Injury Attorney?

Published December 15th, 2009. By Glenn E. Siegel of Lesser, Lesser, Landy and Smith, PLLC

No one anticipates being injured as a result of someone else’s negligence; however, if this occurs to you or someone you know, many questions arise. One of the first and most important questions may be, “Do I need a personal…

I Had a Work Accident, What Are My Rights?

Published December 7th, 2009. By Chad C. Hastings of Lesser, Lesser, Landy and Smith, PLLC

An accident at work can be a life changing event.  It is important to know and understand your rights in the event you are injured at work.  In order to protect himself, the most important thing an injured…

Drunk Drivers – Terrors on Our Highways

Published December 1st, 2009. By Michael S. Smith of Lesser, Lesser, Landy and Smith, PLLC

Every week we counsel clients who have had their lives turned upside down by the acts of a drunk driver. Nearly half of all fatal motor vehicle collisions involve alcohol – an amazing statistic.  In addition to fatalities, many of…

Bicycle Safety 101

Published December 1st, 2009. By C. Reid Bierer of Lesser, Lesser, Landy and Smith, PLLC

Many folks have taken up road cycling for physical exercise and to improve their fitness and cardiovascular health.  Others commute to work on bicycles.  While bicycling is a great activity to enjoy, one should never underestimate the potential risks associated…

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