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Florida’s Dog Bite Statute of Limitations

If you were bitten by a dog in Florida and your case can’t be settled through homeowner’s insurance, you generally have two years from the...
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Catastrophic Medical Malpractice Team: Attorney Mike Baxter, Nurse Paralegal Eileen Bajak and Paralegal Deysy Garcia.

One Year Later: The Catastrophic Medical Malpractice Team Fighting for Florida Families

When a medical mistake changes the course of a family’s life, the case requires more than legal knowledge. It requires experience, medical insight, compassion, patience...
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Florida’s “Free Kill” Law and What It Means for Wrongful Death Cases

Most families who call our office about the death of a parent or adult child already know something went wrong medically. What Florida law makes...
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Per Diem Argument for Pain and Suffering Damages in Florida

When you're hurt because of someone else's negligence, Florida law entitles you to financial recovery for pain and suffering in addition to medical bills and...
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Florida Workers’ Compensation Law Explained

Workers' compensation is a state-mandated insurance program that pays for medical treatment and replaces a portion of lost wages when an employee gets hurt on...
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Foundational families of South Florida

The history of a place isn’t always found in museums and monuments, or in old photos and books – sometimes it lives in families......
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Should I Get a Lawyer for a Car Accident?

Whether or not you need a lawyer after a car crash isn’t always obvious from the severity of the accident alone. Disputes over fault, the...
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How Long Does It Take to Settle a Car Accident Case in Florida?

Car accident cases in Florida typically settle anywhere from a few months to several years after the accident. Straightforward cases with clear liability and mild...
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Personal Injury Protection in Florida

No-Fault Structure and What PIP Pays First Florida uses a no-fault auto insurance system, which means your own Personal Injury Protection coverage pays first after...
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Are Personal Injury Settlements Taxable in Florida?

Disclaimer: This article covers general tax rules for Florida injury settlements and does not give tax advice, so talk with a tax professional or tax...
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Florida Dog Bite Laws

A dog bite can feel personal in a way other injuries don’t. Pain is immediate, there are concerns about infection, and the attack can leave...
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Understanding Negligent Security Claims in Florida: How Lesser, Landy, Smith & Siegel Hold Property Owners Accountable

By Ryan M. McCarthy, Firm Partner Negligent security claims are particular and specialized. These types of matters are characterized as premises liability claims, as opposed...
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Types of Commercial Truck Accidents

Commercial trucks carry heavy loads across long distances along Florida’s highway system. According to the National Safety Council, Florida ranks third, behind California and Texas,...
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Florida Personal Injury Laws

The phrase Florida personal injury laws refers to a collection of Florida statutes and principles that govern negligence, damages, and filing deadlines. Together this set...
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The Dangerous Instrumentality Doctrine in Florida

If a person in Florida lets a family member, friend, or any other person to drive their car, they can be held responsible for any...
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Catastrophic Medical Malpractice: A Closer Look at Tragic Cases and Justice Won

By Michael V. Baxter, Esq. Firm Partner As an attorney who has specialized in handling medical malpractice cases for 25 years, my practice is focused...
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Florida Medical Malpractice Pre-Suit Requirements: Before Filing a Case

Under Florida Statutes § 766.106, anyone planning to sue a health care provider for medical negligence has to complete a specific pre-suit process before taking...
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What Is the Medical Malpractice Statute of Limitations in Florida?

In Florida, the statute of limitations for medical malpractice allows an injured person two years from the date they were injured to file a lawsuit...
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How to Choose a Truck Accident Lawyer [The Right Way]

When a truck accident upends your life, the attorney you choose can shape everything that follows—your settlement, your medical options, your ability to hold the...
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Death of Elway’s Friend Reminds Us of the Dangers of Golf Carts

Originally published in "The Advocate" at SouthPalmBeachBar.org By Gary S. Lesser The recent golf cart-related death of John Elway’s friend and former agent Jeff Sperbeck...
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High Value Business Disputes: Why Our Contingency Business Litigation Approach Works

By Ryan M. McCarthy, Firm Partner Lesser, Landy, Smith & Siegel, PLLC has built a strong reputation advocating for injured clients and their families and...
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How Do You Look Up an Accident Report in Florida?

You can request an accident report in Florida online through the state’s crash portal, in person from the investigating agency, or by mail. Reports are...
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The Statute of Limitations for a Car Accident in Florida

How Long Do You Have to File After a Car Crash in Florida? If you were injured in a Florida car accident, you generally have...
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10 Crucial Questions to Ask Your Personal Injury Attorney

Suffering an injury due to someone else’s negligence can be a trying experience. When seeking legal recourse for your injury, finding the right personal injury...
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What to Do After a Truck Accident in Florida

Getting hit by a commercial truck isn’t like getting rear-ended by a sedan. Crashes with commercial trucks can lead to severe injuries, overlapping insurance policies,...
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Average Truck Accident Settlements in Florida: What Can You Expect?

When a commercial truck causes serious harm, the financial fallout can last for years. Medical bills stack up, work becomes impossible, and the insurance company’s...
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The Risks of Non-Lawyer Ownership of Law Firm After the Arizona KPMG Approval  

By Gary S. LesserManaging Partner, Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, PLLC The recent decision to authorize KPMG to open and operate a law firm in...
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What to Do After a Motorcycle Accident in Florida

Motorcycle crashes can leave riders disoriented, injured, and unsure of what to do next. In the first few minutes after a crash—and in the days...
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Is Lane Splitting Legal in Florida?

Motorcycles have the power to move through traffic faster than cars, especially in areas packed with congestion. Riders who’ve seen lane splitting in other states...
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Florida PIP Statute of Limitations: Deadlines & Rules You Need to Know

Florida PIP Time Limits: What You Need to Know Florida’s Personal Injury Protection or PIP statute of limitations includes two key deadlines: injured drivers and...
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Florida Car Accident Laws

A car accident can leave you with injuries, vehicle damage, and insurance headaches. Florida law spells out exactly what you need to do after a...
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Florida’s Modified Comparative Negligence Law

What Is Florida’s Comparative Negligence Law? Florida uses a modified comparative negligence system. If you’re 50% or less at fault in an accident, you can...
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Is Florida a No-Fault State for Auto Accidents?

Each state has slightly different laws surrounding car accidents. Florida is among the more unique with its no-fault accident system. Under this system, each driver...
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A South Florida driver said he fell asleep during a fatal crash. Why didn’t deputies test if he was sober?

Before a random Sunday morning last June, Ayal Chomsky had what he could only describe as “perfection:” marriage to the love of his life, 44-year-old...
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Granny Cams: Proposed Florida Law Could Transform Assisted Living Safety – Attorney Joe Landy Weighs In

A proposed new Florida law could allow you to put a camera in the room of a family member in an assisted living facility to...
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Florida Wrongful Death Statute of Limitations

Florida law establishes a two-year statute of limitations for wrongful death claims under Florida Statute § 95.11(5)(e). This deadline typically starts on the date of...
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Florida Personal Injury Statute of Limitations

The statute of limitations determines how long you have to file a lawsuit after suffering an injury. Under Florida Statute § 95.11, personal injury claims...
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What You Need to Know about Gun Accidents and Deaths

Did you know that guns are now killing as many people as cars in the United States of America, according to data released by the...
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Back to School Safety Tips for Florida Drivers

As students in Palm Beach County and Martin County head back to school, it’s a good time to familiarize yourself with safety tips and Florida...
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Using the OSHA Recommendations and Regulations to Avoid Crane and Trench Accidents

Florida construction workers face a wide array of unique workplace accidents as a result of their profession. Two major categories of construction accidents are crane...
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Employee Spotlight: Paralegal Jessica Feola  

A butterfly lands on a yellow wildflower. Click, click, click! A clear lake surrounded by snow-covered rocks and densely forested hills covered with evergreen trees....
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July 4th Holiday Weekend Travel Safety Tips

Summer vacations are in full swing and more Americans are taking extended trips this July 4th holiday travel period. Since the start of the week...
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The New Florida Laws Going Into Effect Next Month

The new Florida laws going into effect next month Nearly 150 bills set to take effect on July 1, 2024 Florida lawmakers and Gov. Ron...
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Employee Spotlight: Legal Assistant Victoria Orlando

Anyone who knows Victoria Orlando will tell you how artistic she is, but it isn’t until you see her intricate drawings and paintings that you...
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Nissan Issues Urgent “Do Not Drive” Warning for Deadly Recalled Takata Air Bags

If you own a 2002-2006 Nissan Sentra, 2002-2004 Nissan Pathfinder and 2002-2003 Infiniti QX4, there is a "DO NOT DRIVE" warning that has been issued...
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Prevent Injuries this National Barbecue Month

There’s just something about the smell of food on the grill that makes us think of barbecue! May is National Barbecue Month, a great time...
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Employee Spotlight: Client Intake Coordinator Megan Sjogren

Megan Sjogren is the voice of calm and compassion on the other end of the phone when you first call our Firm to discuss your...
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5 Things To Know About Negligent Security Claims

Serious accidents can happen on various kinds of premises, from retail stores and public parks to the homes of friends and family members. Yet injuries...
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See a Dog In a Hot Car? Florida Law Allows You to Rescue It

See a dog in a hot car? Florida law allows you to rescue it Police in Port St. Lucie, Florida recently rescued a dog from...
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Protecting Our Kids: Essential Tips & Laws Every Driver Should Know on School Bus Driver Appreciation Day

As School Bus Driver Appreciation Day approaches, we take a moment to express our gratitude to the dedication men and women who take care of...
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Florida’s Dog Bite Statute of Limitations

If you were bitten by a dog in Florida and your case can’t be settled through homeowner’s insurance, you generally have two years from the date of the bite to file a lawsuit against the dog’s owner. Certain exceptions apply, so confirming your exact deadline with an attorney should be…

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Per Diem Argument for Pain and Suffering Damages in Florida

When you’re hurt because of someone else’s negligence, Florida law entitles you to financial recovery for pain and suffering in addition to medical bills and lost wages. Since pain and suffering have no receipts, invoices, or pay stubs to document them, Florida personal injury attorneys use the per diem argument…

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Florida Workers’ Compensation Law Explained

Workers’ compensation is a state-mandated insurance program that pays for medical treatment and replaces a portion of lost wages when an employee gets hurt on the job. During fiscal year 2023-2024, the Florida Division of Workers’ Compensation received over 3.7 million medical bill records tied to workplace injury claims, a…

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