Frequently Asked Questions
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FAQ: Motorcycle Accidents What happens if someone gets hurt while riding an electric scooter?
Fort Lauderdale’s streets have been inundated by thousands of electric scooters that have been offered up for rent by companies like Lime, Bird, Bolt and Gotcha. In July of 2018, the City of Fort Lauderdale passed an ordinance approving the […] -
FAQ: Car Accidents Rights of Undocumented Immigrants In A Florida Car Accident
Question: If a victim of a car accident is not in the country legally, but gets into an automobile accident or slip and fall in Florida, can the victim still recover money for his or her injuries? Answer: This question […] -
FAQ: Slip, Trip & Fall Injuries I slipped and fell at a store in Florida because their floors were wet. Do I have a case?
The common thought is that if a person goes into a store and slips and falls and gets hurt, the store is automatically responsible for the injury. Unfortunately, the laws in Florida regarding slip and falls do not follow that […] -
FAQ: Wrongful Death Why do Plaintiff’s lawyers ask for money when someone dies? What good will money do when someone has lost a loved-one?
Unfortunately approximately 100 people die in car crashes every day in the United States. Most of these crashes are the result of the negligence of a driver, a company or both. Wrongful Death injury lawyers specialize in making claims against […] -
FAQ: General I was injured while out of the Country. Do I have a case?
Accidents Happen Unfortunately, accidents happen everywhere in the world. Sometimes people get injured while on vacation or working out of the country. Many other countries in the world do not allow their citizens or visitors to file a lawsuit for […] -
FAQ: Slip, Trip & Fall Injuries I slipped and fell at a store and the store’s employees know it really happened. Why is the store refusing to compensate me?
Many people believe that if they become injured in a store because of a wet floor or another dangerous condition that the store is instantly liable for the injury and must immediately begin paying for medical bills. Much of the […] -
FAQ: Car Accidents I was rear ended in an auto accident. Will the other side pay for my medical bills?
The most common type of car crash is an auto accident where one vehicle strikes another vehicle from the rear. Most people explain how this type of crash occurred by saying they were “rear-ended.” In this type of crash it […] -
FAQ: Car Accidents I recently re-injured an injury I previously had. Can I get compensated?
The older a person gets, the greater the probability that they have suffered an injury of some type. As we get older, our bodies degenerate and thus, we become more susceptible to injury. Common injures in Car Crashes and Slip […] -
FAQ: Truck Accidents Why are there so many serious highway crashes involving large trucks these days?
I-95 in South Florida is home to some of the most devastating car crashes. Many of these crashes involve large trucks. The damage that can be caused by a large truck far exceeds the typical damage caused by the average […] -
FAQ: Slip, Trip & Fall Injuries I was just injured when I slipped and fell at Walmart. Walmart called me and they want to pay my medical bills. This is a good idea, right?
Every year, thousands of people become injured at a Walmart. Much of the time, a person will become injured because of Walmart’s negligence. Typically, if a person gets hurt in a Walmart because of something that Walmart did wrong, risk […] -
FAQ: Wrongful Death The FIU Bridge Collapse was tragic and caused six untimely deaths. How will their loved ones be compensated?
A terrible tragedy unfolded when a pedestrian bridge intended to connect the City of Sweetwater to the nearby FIU campus collapsed, killing six and injuring others. Many of the deceased had families who they supported and cared for. What will […] -
FAQ: General I was just injured while I was working “off the books” and need to know if I can still make a claim for my injuries
Injuries on the job are very common. This is especially the case in the construction industry and any job which may involve driving. Many times, a person is injured while technically doing work for a company but not “officially.” People […] -
FAQ: General I was just injured and need to speak with a personal injury attorney. How do I find an attorney and what should I be looking for?
A simple drive down I-95 with your radio tuned to the local station will ensure that you are absolutely bombarded with advertisements for personal injury attorneys. Approximately one in every five billboards will contain an ad for a personal injury […] -
FAQ: General I was recently beaten by bouncers at a night club. Do I have a claim?
Night clubs and gentlemen’s clubs can be dangerous places. Many of the bouncers that are hired to work security at these clubs are highly aggressive and sometimes attack and severely injure the club’s patrons. Even though these bouncers are technically […] -
FAQ: Wrongful Death A family member was recently killed in a tragic car crash. What are my rights?
In 2016 alone, over 3000 people died in car crashes on Florida’s roads. That number is staggering and almost unbelievable, but anyone who has driven on Florida’s highways recently will have an understanding of how this could possibly happen. Many […] -
FAQ: Property Damage Hurricane Irma has caused billions of dollars in damage to the State of Florida and its residents. What should you do if your property was damaged by a Hurricane?
Many people who have homeowner’s insurance believe that they should not make a claim against their own insurance policy unless there is a great deal of damage to their property because they are worried that their insurance premiums will go […] -
FAQ: Property Damage Hurricane Irma damaged thousands of properties throughout Florida. What are your rights if your property was damaged?
Under Florida Law, homeowner’s insurance companies must adhere to a “Homeowner Claims Bill of Rights.” Under this law the insurance company must provide the bill of rights to a policyholder within 14 days after receiving the initial communication from the […] -
FAQ: Defective Products Our outdoor gas grill exploded while we were cooking. It caused very serious injuries. How can we get compensated for our losses?
According to the National Fire Prevention Association, there are over 7,000 gas grill fires every year in the US. The causes of those fires are numerous. User error is the most common cause of a fire or explosion. Sometimes, however, […] -
FAQ: Car Accidents My loved-one recently passed away in a car crash and it was the other driver’s fault. How do I get compensated for my loss?
According to a recent study, traffic deaths in Florida are on the rise. In 2016 alone, over 3000 people died in traffic-related incidents in the State of Florida. One cannot comprehend the sadness and distress experienced by those who are […] -
FAQ: Car Accidents I was recently injured by the driver of a rental car. If the driver does not have their own insurance coverage then I can sue the rental car company, right?
The State of Florida maintains top status as a worldwide tourist destination. People come from all parts of the world to visit Florida’s top attractions; Disney World and Florida’s beautiful beaches. Unfortunately, Florida is not known for maintaining a great […]