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Distracted Driving About More than Just Texting
June 24th, 2013 Distracted driving is defined as any activity that could divert a person’s attention away from the primary task of driving. The majority of the population associates distracted driving with talking on a cell phone or texting while driving, but the […] -
Miami Wreck a Tragic Reminder of the Dangers of Bus and Truck Accidents
June 21st, 2013 Three men are in serious condition following a Miami bus accident on June 1, according to NBC News. The accident occurred at around 7:30 a.m., when a Miami-Dade Transit bus collided with a Chevrolet Malibu, which subsequently collided with a […] -
Driver Cited in Tampa Truck Accident
June 19th, 2013 A truck driver was cited for running a red light and causing a truck accident in Tampa on May 11, according to the Tampa Bay Times. Thomas Jonovitch, 69, ran through a red light after exiting Interstate 75, onto Bruce […] -
Orlando Driver Charged in Fatal Truck Accident
June 17th, 2013 According to the News Observer, one passenger was killed on June 1 following a North Carolina truck accident involving a driver from Orlando. The accident occurred just after 4 a.m., when John Richard Clark, 47, collided with a tractor-trailer that […] -
Bed Bug Infestations and Bed Bug Attacks Common in California, Florida, Illinois, New York, Texas and Washington, D.C.
June 16th, 2013 Bed Bug Attacks and Bed Bug Outbreaks are most commonly found in large transitory cities with heavy amounts of congestion such as Chicago, Dallas, Fort Lauderdale, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York City and Orlando. The majority of Bed Bug […] -
Shuckers Deck Collapse, Personal Injury Attorneys Dell and Schaefer Are Ready To Help Any Victims
June 14th, 2013 On June 13, 2013 at approximately 9:45 p.m., the outdoor deck at Shuckers Water Front and Grill collapsed causing dozens of patrons to plunge into Biscayne Bay. There are many questions at this time as to whether occupancy capacity standards, […] -
Miami Beach Woman Sues King Cole Condo After Slip and Fall
June 12th, 2013 The last place anyone should feel unsafe is their own home. Unfortunately, for one Florida woman, she suffered a serious slip and fall injury at her condominium complex. According to court records, she was leaving her condo unit to walk […] -
Hialeah Gardens Woman Loses Lengthy Slip and Fall Case with Mauna Loa Investments
June 11th, 2013 A Hialeah Gardens woman recently lost a long court battle over her slip and fall injury. The Hialeah Gardens plaintiff sued Mauna Loa Invesments after her slip and fall at a warehouse she rented. The defendant’s attorney failed to file […] -
Attorneys Dell & Schaefer Sponsor, Bowl in 3rd Annual Bowling for Kids to Support Boys & Girls Club
June 11th, 2013 Attorneys Dell & Schaefer recently participated in the 3rd Annual Bowling for Kids event at SpareZ in Davie to benefit the Marti Huizenga Boys & Girls Club/Hollywood Unit. Dell & Schaefer was also a sponsor of the event. Dell & […] -
Wendy’s Pays Over $200,000 in Slip and Fall Case to Fort Lauderdale Man
June 8th, 2013 A Fort Lauderdale man received over $200,000 in a slip and fall settlement with Denny’s Restaurant. The man was exiting a booth at the restaurant when he slipped and fell crashing to the floor. He suffered a serious wrist fracture, […] -
What are the tax implications of a personal injury settlement in Florida?
June 6th, 2013 As personal injury attorneys we are always asked about the tax implications of a personal injury settlement. We recently came across a very informative article which discusses this issue in detail. Most personal injury settlements for pain and suffering are […] -
Can I file a lawsuit against a hotel or motel for bed bug bites or injuries?
May 31st, 2013 Yes! Attorneys Dell and Schaefer’s bed bug Lawyers have been representing victims of bed bug attacks across Florida since 1979. Hotels and motels owe a legal duty to guests to ensure their premises are safe and free from bed bugs. […] -
Recommendations from Bed Bug Attorneys Dell and Schaefer for Web Sites to Check for Bed Bugs Before Traveling
May 30th, 2013 Bed Bug outbreaks are very common in large transient cities with lots of congestion. For instance, Chicago, Dallas, Fort Lauderdale, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York City and Orlando are all too popular for Bed Bug Attacks and Bed Bug […] -
Miami-Dade Court Awards $9.5 Million to Cruise Ship Slip and Fall Victim
May 28th, 2013 If you think slip and fall injuries cannot be serious, you are wrong. A 42-year-old man had a slip and fall accident on a cruise ship’s wet floor, as reported in the Miami Herald. As a result, the victim is […] -
Palm Beach CVS and Shopping Mall Liable for Woman’s Slip and Fall
May 27th, 2013 A Palm Beach woman is thanking the Florida appellate court after it reversed the trial court’s denial of her slip and fall claim. According to court records, the woman worked at a Palm Beach CVS store, which was a shopping […] -
Winn-Dixie Pays Over $5k in Pompano Beach Slip and Fall Case
May 24th, 2013 A 42-year-old Pompano Beach woman found out the hard way just how painful slip and fall injuries can be. The victim was shopping at a Pompano Beach Winn-Dixie when the slip and fall occurred. She slipped in a puddle on […] -
Five Things to do After a Car Accident
May 21st, 2013 1. Stop and Check for Injuries: Make sure all occupants of the car are OK and no one is injured. Do not drive away from the scene of the accident, even if it is a minor accident. Life and health […] -
Employees at Attorneys Dell & Schaefer Lose More Than 100 Pounds in Just Three Months During Inaugural Weight Loss Challenge
May 13th, 2013 Losing weight and getting fit can be difficult tasks especially when it comes to staying motivated. But for a group of employees at Attorneys Dell & Schaefer in Hollywood, they had to look no further than the workplace for that […] -
Check List for Victims Injured as a Result of a Bed Bug Attack or Bed Bug Bites
May 13th, 2013 Report the incident to a manager or employee immediately. Have a report made documenting the Bed Bug Attack and Bed Bug Bites. Make sure the report includes the date, time, location and any witness’s names and contact information. Most importantly […] -
What should you do if you or a loved one is a victim of a dog bite or attack in Florida?
May 13th, 2013 An estimated 4,700,000 dog bites occur in the U.S. each year according to a study conducted by the National Canine Research Foundation. According to the Centers for Disease Control an estimated 800,000 individuals require medical care as a result of […]