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• Halloween Safety Tips
  October 28th, 2014 Halloween may be one of the most fun nights of the year, but be careful to not really get ‘tricked’ into a dangerous or unsafe situation. Using safety tips and some common sense can help you make the most of […]

• Attorneys Dell & Schaefer pursue negligence claims against Publix and other supermarkets throughout Florida; leaking freezers, misplaced mats, and items left on floors result in severe injuries
  October 17th, 2014 Publix is the most popular supermarket in Florida, and despite its usual good quality control, many accidents occur due to negligence of store employees. Frequent causes of accidents include leaking freezer cases, items dropped on the floor which are not […]

• Should I Call the Police if I am Involved in an Automobile Accident?
  October 14th, 2014 As a general rule, it is always a good idea to call the police, when involved in an automobile accident. However, there are some limited circumstances where it might be to your advantage not to call the police. Some of […]

• Why is the Stop Bar Important in Bike Accidents
  October 9th, 2014 There are many liability factors in bicycle accidents involving automobiles. One of the most commonly overlooked liability issues is the painted stop bar on the roadway. Frequently bike/auto accidents happen at the intersection of a roadway, driveway of stores or […]

• Is the owner of the truck, the driver of the truck, or employer responsible to pay for damages following a Florida truck accident?
  October 7th, 2014 Every year thousands of serious accidents are caused by the negligence of truck drivers using the roads and highways of Florida. Many of these accidents result in serious injury or death due to the size and weight of these vehicles. […]

• Who is Responsible for Cleaning Up After Your Pet?
  October 2nd, 2014 Our client is a young adult who entered a PetSmart on or about October 4, 2011. She had gone to the store to buy supplies. She had her dog on a leash as she walked through the store. She turned […]

• What is Uninsured or Underinsured Motorist Coverage?
  September 30th, 2014 Uninsured Motorist insurance coverage is one of the most important types of car insurance coverage that a person can buy. UM covers you in the event that a person hits you and causes injury but fails to have insurance. In […]

• Dell & Schaefer supports the Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County
  September 23rd, 2014 Since 1965, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County has been enabling all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring and responsible citizens. The 22th Annual “Hollywood Welcomes the Stars” […]

• How Long Does a Florida Personal Injury Case Usually Take From Start to Finish?
  September 4th, 2014 Some personal injury cases can be resolved in a few months, while some cases can take a year or more. The length of treatment and/or the time it takes to recover from an injury will often dictate how long it […]

• Danger in the Fruit and Vegetable Aisle at Publix
  September 2nd, 2014 It is uncontroverted that the fruit and vegetable aisle at most Publix stores is “pretty as a picture”. In most cases all of the fruits and vegetables are in perfect order, all aligned for the public to buy these products. […]

• Safe driving tips for back to school
  August 29th, 2014 School’s in Session – Stay Alert! You may have noticed the flashing school zone signs around town. As the new school year kicks off, drivers are reminded to slow down through the school zones. After a summer of driving without […]

• Product defect; Broken wheel on wheelchair: multiple parties at fault
  August 14th, 2014 Our client is a disabled senior citizen who was forced to use a wheel chair for any distance walking. In our case, our client was attempting to get to his car. He was sitting in the wheel chair, using the […]

• I slipped and fell at Publix and I know it was caught on their surveillance cameras. They will give me a copy of the video, right?
  August 12th, 2014 Publix is Florida’s largest and most popular grocery chain. They are located in every town and city throughout the state. Millions of Floridians shop at Publix every year. Though the majority of the Publix locations do a great job at […]

• Are Photographs Important at a Slip and Fall Scene?
  August 5th, 2014 Photographs are important at any accident scene. The age old expression, “a picture is worth a thousand words”, is true in all accident cases. It is especially true in slip and fall or trip and fall cases. The scene in […]

• Can I File a Claim for Injuries Following a Florida Motorcycle Accident if I Had no Insurance at the Time of the Crash?
  July 31st, 2014 YES. Anyone involved in a motorcycle accident can file a claim for injuries if they were not at fault for the crash. An injured motorcyclist can recover damages for medical bills, pain and suffering, lost wages and property damage regardless […]

• I slipped and fell and it wasn’t my fault. The Defendant automatically needs to pay for my damages, right?
  July 25th, 2014 Lately, I’m noticing that by the time I get hired to represent someone in a trip and fall or slip and fall case, multiple days, if not multiple weeks, have already gone by. Typically, my client has fallen at a […]

• How does an accident victim collect damages for injuries and out of pocket expenses in a hit and run accident?
  July 17th, 2014 In order to collect damages in a hit and run accident, the injured person must have uninsured motorist coverage. This coverage can be on the vehicle that was involved in the accident, regardless of ownership, OR on any vehicle in […]

• Summer Road Trips Tips
  July 15th, 2014 Hitting the road on your next trip? Read on to learn more about staying safe on your next road trip. These important car travel safety tips will help get you to your destination safely. Regular maintenance – Tune-ups, oil changes, […]

• If I’m in an auto accident, who fixes my car?
  July 10th, 2014 One of the most frequent questions I am asked by clients involved in auto accidents is “who is going to fix my car and what do I do now?” Understandably, many people are confused by the process regarding property damage […]

• If I slip and fall at Publix what steps do I need to take to pursue an injury claim for compensation?
  June 26th, 2014 Publix is Florida’s most prevalent grocery store with over 700 locations throughout the state. Every year, hundreds of people become injured in Publix stores because they slip and fall on a slippery substance present on Publix’s floors. Usually, a Publix […]