Category Archives: Personal Injury
The Need for More ‘Experiential Education’ in Law School
By Gary Lesser, President of The Florida Bar & Managing Partner of Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, PLLC Did law school prepare you to be a lawyer? It’s a serious question. As I have been traveling all over Florida, speaking to various legal and non-legal groups about the work being done by The Florida… Read More »
Safety Tips for Cyclists During Florida Bike Month
By Charles E. Geary, Esq. It’s that time of year again. The winter months are winding down. Spring is in the air and summer is just around the corner. Kids tend to dust off their bicycles and the cycling season begins! Young children are anxious to get out on the streets and explore new… Read More »
Lesser Law Firm obtains significant settlement for defense attorney’s family member
When a family member’s car was rear-ended in a multi-vehicle accident in Jacksonville, North Carolina defense attorney Philip Gray knew exactly who to call to fight for justice – the Florida attorney he litigated a personal injury case against 15 years ago. It was Mickey Smith’s tenacity, legal acumen and professionalism that impressed Gray… Read More »
Lesser Law Firm attorney knows the ins and outs of insurance coverage
This February during Hit-and-Run Awareness Month, we remind you of the importance of hiring a personal injury attorney who knows the ins and outs of insurance coverage. If you are hit by an uninsured motorist or a phantom vehicle that flees the scene, you may think you’re out of luck. You may be, but… Read More »
Increasing Public Access To Legal Services: A Practical Plan
By Gary Lesser, President of The Florida Bar & Managing Partner of Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, PLLC It is no surprise or shocking revelation that the legal profession has been evolving in big and small ways over the last few decades. Countless law review and news articles have looked at the changes that… Read More »
Tips To Enjoy A Safe Labor Day Holiday Weekend
Labor Day celebrates the many contributions workers have made to America’s strength, prosperity and well-being. Sadly, the celebrations have resulted in traffic crashes and deaths on U.S. roads as people travel during the holiday period. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) urges a simple, five-point plan to enjoy a responsible, safe weekend: Plan… Read More »
Personal Injuries And Your Kids: Most Common Injury Risks
Personal injury lawsuits are often filed by adults who are seriously injured in accidents or after using a defective product. Yet children can also suffer debilitating and life-threatening personal injuries, often in similar circumstances to adults. In some situations, kids can be at even greater risk of injury than adults in the same or… Read More »
New Study Addresses Sports Concussions In Women
Sports-related concussions, particularly when they occur multiple times over a period of weeks, months, or years, can be permanently debilitating for athletes. Indeed, researchers have linked degenerative brain diseases like chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) to repeat concussions. Yet even a single concussion in a sporting event or recreational activity can have devastating results. According… Read More »
How Much Is My Personal Injury Claim Worth?
Were you recently injured in an accident or as a result of a healthcare provider’s negligence in South Florida? You may be trying to decide whether or not it makes sense to file a claim and how much your claim is likely to be worth. While it is nearly impossible to give you an… Read More »
FINALLY – NO MORE SURPRISES!
A person is in involved in a bad crash that is the fault of an uninsured driver. She is rushed to the emergency room, undergoes blood work, a neurological consultation, orthopedic consultation and a battery of tests. She is worried about her health but not the bills. Why should she worry, she has great… Read More »
