A personal injury arises when harm is caused by one person to another. Whether it was intentional or indirect, personal injury cases emerge from negligence on the defendant’s behalf. The goal at the end of a personal injury case is to recover lost wages, medical bills, or pain and suffering. Triggers of a personal injury…
View PostRiding a motorcycle may make you look cool, but how safe is it really? There's something about the adrenaline and the speed of riding that some people cannot get enough of. However, riding a motorcycle can be dangerous due to the high risk of getting into an accident. If you are a rider, you may…
View PostIn the United States, medical malpractice is a term used for when a hospital or doctor causes injury to a patient due to negligence. Medical malpractice can be any of the following: Misdiagnosing a conditionFailure to follow up with patientSurgical errors or unnecessary surgery Improper medication or doses Failure to diagnose symptoms To have a…
View PostAfter getting into a car accident, it is very important that you see a specialist about your injuries. This should be done whether or not you file a personal injury case with a lawyer. If you got into a car accident and visited your primary physician for your injuries, they will likely recommend you to…
View PostA personal injury case is a civil action in which a person or business is found legally responsible for the personal injuries of another. Some injuries may result from car accidents, medical malpractices, etc. You may have a personal injury case if any of the below apply to you: The responsible party was negligentNegligence caused…
View PostI have been often asked- if I have received a traffic ticket for causing a car accident, does that mean I can’t pursue money for the injuries I sustained? The answer is no. If you receive a traffic ticket, it is not dispositive of who is at fault and you can still collect money for…
View PostBroward County Truck Injury Attorney Most Florida residents have some knowledge of what to do in case of an accident with a personal vehicle, but few know what to do after an accident with a truck. There are several reasons why you need a personal injury lawyer with experience in truck accidents when in such…
View PostIn 2017, there were 22 fatal car accidents involving 39 vehicles in Pompano Beach, FL. Although you can represent yourself in a Pompano Beach car accident claim, hiring a pro has more benefits, including better representation and giving you a chance to recover from your injuries and/or shock. There are many personal injury lawyers serving…
View PostIf you are tempted to represent yourself in a personal injury claim, don’t. Although the law allows you to represent yourself in personal injury claims, hiring a pro is advisable because a personal injury lawyer does a lot more than represent you in court. Explaining your rights A good lawyer will explain if your case…
View PostAccording to the Department of Transportation, there were 391,784 automobile crashes in Florida in 2017. These crashes led to 2,939 fatalities and 248,338 injuries. The South Florida areas of the Miami metropolitan area, the Florida Keys, and the Everglades are particularly hard hit. To avoid being part of these gloomy statistics, it is important you…
View PostWhen involved in a commercial vehicle accident, victims and their families have a right to hold the drivers and truck companies accountable for their negligent actions that resulted in the accident. This claim could involve a very complex process which most victims are unable to handle without sound legal advice. Handling multiple personal injury cases…
View PostWhen you lose a loved one, your priority may be to take time and grieve. Most people will shy away from taking any legal action because they don’t want the process of handling a legal battle when the wound is still fresh. At Frankel Injury Law, we’ve worked with multiple clients who were hesitant to…
View PostFort Lauderdale only has a population of 165,000, but being a popular tourist destination, it gets up to 12 million visitors each year. With so many visitors, it is not surprising that it is site to thousands of car accidents each year. In 2015, Florida Department of Highway Safety & Motor Vehicles statistics show that Broward County had 41,000…
View PostThe most common causes of head-on and roll-over collisions in Florida are speeding, right-of-way rules violations, bad weather, animals, drunk driving, failure to observe traffic signs and signals, falling asleep behind the wheel, improper turns, and distracted driving. The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP), in honor of Distracted Driving Month in April, released statistics that showed…
View PostIn Florida alone, 200,000 car accidents are reported every year. This is according to the Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles Department which reported that approximately 650 car collisions occur in the state every day. This brings us to the importance of understanding personal injury law and negligence in the state. Although these laws are…
View PostAs cautious as you are on the road, you may be involved in a car accident when you least expect it. One minute you’re driving and the next, you are part of an auto accident. One thing that many drivers and their lawyers ask themselves is if the witness statements will come in handy when…
View PostDriving while multitasking can be extremely dangerous especially if you're navigating an unfamiliar route or driving through a big city. Driving requires almost all the brain participation to focus on the road. However, most drivers don't know the risks involved when driving while texting or talking on the phone. Some even go to the extent…
View PostDriving under the influence of alcohol is one of the leading causes of injuries and fatalities. In fact, it is not only illegal but also exposes other road users to motor vehicle accidents. In the United States alone 1 person is killed every 30 minutes in an alcohol-related motor vehicle accident. It is heart-breaking that…
View PostAccidents that involve commercial trucks can result in serious injuries and have long-term consequences on victims and their families. If you or a loved one has been injured by a commercial truck and you feel like the truck driver or trucking company is liable, there’s a lot to learn on the laws that cover truck…
View PostTruth be told, all auto accidents are life-threatening. But like all catastrophic injuries, you can say that some are worse than others. Auto accident cases are often some of the most complex to handle. No two accidents are alike therefore there’s a need to thoroughly evaluate the specifics of your case before moving forward. We’ll…
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