At this time of year, many Hollywood and Florida residents are checking off the final items on their holiday lists. If you have any children on your list, however, it’s important to keep in mind that unsafe toys can and do cause serious injury each year. Just because something is…
Holiday decorations add sparkle and joy to the end of the year, but decorations also cause an estimated 230 injuries per day across the country, according to Consumer Product Safety Commission. Types of Common Decoration Injuries in Broward County Some common injuries involving decorations at this time of year include:…
During Black Friday, huge holiday sales start and while it can be a great way to take care of your gift list, huge crowds at stores can and do cause injuries. Almost every year, people are injured or killed by crowds and violence in stores. In addition, shoppers may be…
This time of year is about enjoying time with loved ones and appreciating what we have. Unfortunately, it is also a time when emergency responders and emergency room physicians are preparing for an influx of injuries. At Flaxman Law Group, we want you to enjoy a safe and joyous Thanksgiving.…
In Weston and across South Florida, many children are looking forward to Halloween this year. The holiday often means dressing up in costumes for parties, school events, and trick-or-treating, but while this should be a fun experience, unsafe costumes can have tragic consequences. Each year, children are at serious risk…
Short-term rentals are a popular form of accommodation for visitors to Pembroke Pines and surrounding areas. Local residents set up short-term accommodations on sites such as VRBO and Airbnb, but while hotels must meet certain standards there are usually no inspections of short-term rental properties. Both hosts and guests have…
Short-term rentals allow residents of Miami, Hollywood, and other South Florida communities to rent out part or all of their property. Visitors to South Florida can stay in a condo, vacation home, room in a house, or even on a boat, booking through platforms such as Airbnb and VRBO. HPIM1351.JPG…
Miami is one of the largest ports in the world for cruise ships, with cruise ships and millions of passengers departing from the port every year. While most cruise ship passengers enjoy their vacation and return home with photos and a lifetime of wonderful memories, cruise ships can and do…
The holiday season brings many opportunities for creating special memories and for following family traditions. Before this holiday is fully upon us, however, it’s time to think safety. Holiday decorations and plans bring with them their own risks, and you can reduce those risks by planning ahead: Secure your pool…
Thanksgiving is coming up soon, and this year it will be slightly different as many residents of Homestead and South Florida are deciding whether to reduce exposure by limiting get-togethers. To have a safe Thanksgiving, you may wish to use masks, practice social distancing, and reduce family circles or gatherings.…