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I Was Hurt at Work: Workers’ Comp or Personal Injury?
If you were burned at work, then you may have a workers’ compensation claim under Florida law. Most employers in Florida are required to have worker’s compensation insurance to cover any injuries that occur on the job. Generally, you must meet the following requirements to qualify for workers’ compensation: The person or entity that… Read More »
8 Valuable Tactics for a Successful Personal Injury Case
In the world of personal injury cases, many victims who want to file personal injury suits often make errors, costing them their entire claim. But hiring a Fort Lauderdale personal injury attorney can help all this—ensuring a successful case for personal injury victims. At Leifer & Ramirez, we frequently see some of the same… Read More »
What Qualifies as a Serious Personal Injury?
Florida is one of very few states that uses no-fault insurance law. Every resident is required to have insurance that covers a minimum amount of damage. That means that if you are involved in a car accident in Florida, you should first consult your own insurance coverage for medical bills and other related expenses…. Read More »
How to Combat Dangerous Prescription Drugs
The prescription drug business in the United States is a huge, multi-billion dollar business. Unfortunately, when that much money is involved, some pharmaceutical companies cut corners to increase profits. From 2004 to 2010, several major drug companies had to pay $7 billion in fines, penalties, and lawsuits. That amount is extremely small compared to… Read More »
3 Common Causes of Florida Boat Accidents
Residents and tourists alike love Florida for its many water activities and accessibility. The ocean is a short drive from virtually anywhere, but there are also many venues available for boaters. While boating is a favorite activity, there are also a number of boating accidents that occur more often than one might think. In… Read More »
8 Disturbing Facts on Wrongful Death
A wrongful death claim arises when someone is killed due to the actions or inactions of another person. The death can be either intentional or accidental, but most wrongful death suits occur because of an accident. The purpose of this type of suit is to compensate the family members for the loss of their… Read More »
How Does a Wrongful Death Claim Work?
If your loved one has recently passed away because of the recklessness or irresponsibility of another person, then you may have a wrongful death claim. A wrongful death claim arises when someone is killed due to the intentional or unintentional acts of another person. Florida law specifically states that the intent of the wrongful… Read More »
5 Scary Signs of Nursing Home Abuse
Roughly 10% of all seniors living in nursing homes or using assisted living will be abused every year. That means that nursing home abuse affects roughly 150,000 seniors each year. Nursing home abuse is never acceptable, and if this happens to you or someone you love, then you should seek medical and legal help… Read More »
What If I Am At Fault for a Car Accident?
You hear plenty about what to do if you are in an accident and innocent, but what do you do if you are in an accident and you are the one that caused it? If you are involved in an accident, at fault or not, there are things you should and shouldn’t do. You… Read More »
What You Need to Know about Medical Malpractice
Medical malpractices normally occur when a health professional provides substandard medical services to a patient, causing either death or injury. The term extensively covers care provided by any certified health care provider, and every state has its own procedures and rules about how such claims are to be handled in the courts. Even though… Read More »
