Category Archives: Personal Injury
New Laws Starting July 1st
The Florida Legislature passed, and Governor Desantis signed, numerous new laws that go into effect on July 1. Some of the laws that could affect you are as follows: Teacher Pay– The State of Florida has recognized that in order to provide the best education for its children, teachers must be paid reasonably. This… Read More »
When Should I Hire A Personal Injury Attorney?
After an accident, you should hire a personal injury attorney immediately. When you, a friend, or a loved one are injured in an accident, there are many important questions to be answered. For many, depending on the severity of the injury, it can be a shocking and even confusing time. Hiring a personal injury… Read More »
THE HAZARDS OF NOT WEARING A SEATBELT
Most of us follow the same procedure when we get into a vehicle. The first thing we do is put our seatbelt on. Why do we do this? For most of us, it’s become a matter of habit. The reason that it became a habit is because of the effectiveness of a seatbelt in… Read More »
Social Media Can Hurt Your Personal Injury Case – Keep It Quiet
With everyone glued to social media these days, after a car accident, it may seem natural to post about it. After all, that may be the quickest and most convenient way to reach out to the most people. However, it is important to realize that anything you post on social media may be accessed… Read More »
Employer Liability In The Face Of A National Emergency
On April 1, 2020, the State of Florida issued a mandatory Executive Order requiring all residents of Florida to “limit their movements and personal interactions outside their home to only those necessary to obtain or provide essential services of conduct essential activities”. This Order supplemented prior direction from state and local authorities closing schools,… Read More »
Safely Observing The Holidays
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has issued a statewide stay at home order as the state records more than 12,000 confirmed cases of COVID-19, following President Donald Trump’s decision to update the social distancing guidance from “15 Days to Slow the Spread” to “30 Days to Slow the Spread.” “The goal is to reduce contacts… Read More »
5 Reasons To Call A Personal Injury Attorney
You never thought it would happen to you. You are sitting at a traffic light, minding your own business, waiting for the light to turn green. All of a sudden, with no warning, your car is rear-ended by another vehicle. You immediately feel pain to your neck and your back. You get out of… Read More »
Making A Difference For 93 Years – Getting Justice
I started out my career defending big insurance companies, I always wanted to win for my client, but by the same token, I frequently had a great deal of sympathy for the plaintiffs and believed that they should win. Becoming a plaintiffs’ lawyer meant I can help people obtain justice and have a profound… Read More »
Making A Difference For 93 Years – Never Giving Up
Almost 35 years ago I began my legal career by representing insurance companies and other large corporations. I did so for over 16 years and learned a lot of lessons along the way. One thing I learned is that, sadly, many insurance companies are happy to take our premiums but stonewall when it comes… Read More »
Making a Difference For 93 Years – Finding Answers
In the 28 years that I have been practicing personal injury at the Firm, I reflect on the differences the Firm has made for so many families after suffering serious personal injury or even the death of a loved one. This particular case has always stuck with me. The clients who were referred to… Read More »
