If you have a personal injury lawsuit in Palm Beach County – whether from a car accident, slip and fall, or another incident – you may be wondering why your case is taking so long. You’re not alone. The civil courts in Palm Beach County (covering areas like West Palm…
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Restaurant Accidents in Florida: Your Legal Rights
If you’ve been injured in a restaurant accident anywhere in Florida—whether in Miami, Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville, or another city—you may be entitled to compensation under Florida’s premises liability laws. From slip and falls to negligent security incidents, restaurant injuries can be serious. The experienced accident attorneys at Wolfson & Leon…
Tourist Car Accidents in Miami: Legal Guide for Visitors
Summary: Miami’s vibrant allure draws millions of tourists, but its congested roads pose significant risks for tourist car accidents. Visitors face unique challenges—unfamiliar laws for out-of-state drivers, language barriers for international travelers, and complex rental car insurance issues—making crashes especially daunting. After an accident, tourists should call 911, document the…
Apartment Living Comes with Hidden Risks
Living in or visiting a Miami apartment complex offers convenience and community, but it can also mean navigating unexpected dangers—slip and falls from neglected stairs, slippery lobbies, or poorly lit halls. Tenants and guests alike face these risks, yet many don’t realize they have legal recourse when a landlord’s negligence…
How Pre-Existing Conditions Impact Your Injury Claim
Having pre-existing conditions doesn’t automatically ruin your injury claim after a car accident or slip and fall in Miami—Florida’s eggshell plaintiff doctrine ensures liable parties must compensate you for how injuries affect you, prior health aside. Insurers often try to blame old conditions or downplay new injuries to deny or…
Rights of Passengers Injured in Car Accidents
Summary: Passengers injured in car accidents have unique passenger rights that are often overlooked, including the ability to file claims against any at-fault driver—even their own—and access PIP coverage through the driver’s policy. Multi-party crashes and insurer blame-shifting can complicate these claims, but passengers can protect themselves by seeking immediate…
What to Do if Your Slip and Fall Claim Is Denied by Insurance
Summary: An insurance denial for your slip and fall claim in Miami doesn’t mean the end of the road—options like appealing or suing remain viable. Insurers often deny claims citing “no property owner negligence,” late reporting, or insufficient evidence, but these can be challenged with the right steps. Request a…
Signs of Delayed Injuries After a Car Accident (and Why to Seek Care)
Summary: After a car accident in Miami, delayed injuries like whiplash, concussions, soft tissue damage, or spinal issues can take hours, days, or even weeks to show symptoms, masked by adrenaline or gradual inflammation. These hidden injuries can worsen without early treatment, threatening your health and weakening your legal claim.…
Dealing with Insurance Adjusters After a Car Accident
Summary: After a car accident in Miami, insurance adjusters will contact you quickly—but they’re not on your side. Employed by insurance companies to protect profits, adjusters use tactics like requesting recorded statements, asking misleading questions, and pushing lowball settlement offers to minimize payouts. To protect yourself, never admit fault, avoid…
Injured While Working in Florida on a Short-Term or Contract Basis? Here’s What You Need to Know
Florida is a hub for short-term workers, contract employees, and business professionals attending conferences, meetings, or temporary job assignments. With its vibrant economy, popular convention centers, and tourist-friendly climate, Florida welcomes millions of business travelers annually. However, accidents and injuries can disrupt these professional visits, leading to unexpected medical bills,…