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Do I Have a Claim If I’m Injured in My Pembroke Pines Home?

Published on: May 6, 2022 | By Flaxman Law Group

Many people know they may have a claim if they slip and fall in a Pembroke Pines store or are injured in a public space or a commercial property. However, many people assume they don’t have a claim if they are injured in their own home. This is not always the case, and you may want to investigate whether you have a claim, since the costs of an injury can be significant. Seeking financial recovery can help you defray some of these costs.

Common Pembroke Pines Home Injury Claims

Keep in mind that some of the injuries you sustain in your home may be covered by some form of insurance you have. If you are having a hard time getting fair benefits from your insurer or aren’t sure if an insurance offer is fair, you can always call Flaxman Law Group at 1-866-352-9626 (1-866-FLAXMAN) for a free consultation to see if we can help.

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Vacation Injuries in Parkland: Who Is Responsible?

Published on: May 4, 2022 | By Flaxman Law Group

If you’re on vacation in the Parkland area, you may be looking forward to airboat rides, trips to the everglades, a trip to one of the nearby theme parks, delicious dinners, and everything else that makes a trip a memorable one. No one on vacation plans to get injured, but unfortunately injuries do happen and when they happen far from home, they can be especially intimidating and frightening.

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How Do I Know If I Have a Personal Injury Claim in Hallandale Beach?

Published on: April 29, 2022 | By Flaxman Law Group

Whether you have suffered a fall, broken bone, burns, head trauma, or any serious injury, your life may be affected for weeks or months. In some cases, your life may never be the same. Seeking financial recovery for your injuries, if you qualify, helps you pay for lost income if you cannot work because of your injury and also help you pay for medical expenses and other expenses you may have incurred because of your injuries. However, it is not always obvious whether your injury might qualify for a legal claim.

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What Athletes Are Most at Risk of Injury in Fort Lauderdale?

Published on: April 27, 2022 | By Flaxman Law Group

Sports injuries in Fort Lauderdale can not only bench you from your favorite activity, but they can also impact your ability to earn a living and care for yourself. Whether you’re a weekend warrior, profession athlete, or someone who likes to stay fit regularly, a sports injury can also result in significant medical bills.

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It is Possible to File a Personal Injury Claim After a Sexual Assault in Cooper City

Published on: April 20, 2022 | By Flaxman Law Group

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. As we raise awareness about this violent crime and work to reduce the number of assaults that happen, it’s important to discuss the legal options available to survivors of assault.

Survivors of sexual assault have two main avenues legally:

Criminal charges
Civil claims

When reporting the crime to police, survivors may decide to press charges. The police may pursue criminal charges against the perpetrator, who may need to face a trial and even jail time.

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Occupational Therapy After an Injury in Davie

Published on: April 13, 2022 | By Flaxman Law Group

April is Occupational Therapy Month and it’s a great time to discuss the importance of occupational therapy, an important support after many kinds of accidents and injuries.

Occupational therapists help patients re-learn certain physical abilities or adapt to a long-term or permanent injury. After a boating accident, truck collision, workplace accident, or other injury in Davie, occupational therapy may involve:

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Living With Amputation in Coral Gables

Published on: April 8, 2022 | By Flaxman Law Group

April is Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month and it is a good time to review amputations. This type of injury can affect an entire arm or leg or part of a finger or toe. Amputations are life-altering events, leading to potential mobility differences and even trauma.

Amputations can be caused by many factors:

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Preventing Alcohol-Related Injury in Homestead

Published on: April 6, 2022 | By Flaxman Law Group

April is National Alcohol Awareness Month and it’s a great time to discuss drinking responsibly. Alcohol has been drunk since at least 7000–6600 BCE, but it is only in the last generation or two that we have come to appreciate how dangerous it can be. Not only can excessive alcohol use contribute to many illnesses, including the risk of some cancers, but it can also increase the risk of injury.

Alcohol slows down response times, increases fatigue, and leads to poor decision-making. While we usually think of alcohol as causing car collisions in Hollywood and other communities, it can also lead to:

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Kitchen Injuries in Your Hollywood Home: Do You Have a Claim?

Published on: March 9, 2022 | By Flaxman Law Group

The kitchen is the heart of the home, but it is also a common site of home injuries. Preparing and serving food can put you at risk of cuts, falls, and burns in your Hollywood home. In addition, the appliances we use everyday can pose a serious hazard. If they are manufactured negligently, they can overheat and cause fires or other damage.

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Have You Been Exposed to Asbestos In Coral Gables?

Published on: February 23, 2022 | By Flaxman Law Group

Asbestos was used in industry, manufacturing, and in home construction for decades. Today, we know that asbestos exposure can cause mesothelioma, an aggressive form of cancer, but since the time between exposure and diagnosis can be decades, it can be difficult for injured patients to seek the justice and compensation they deserve.

If you have worked in manufacturing, industry, or have lived or worked on a property where you suspect you may have been exposed to asbestos, you will want to advise your doctor so you can be screened carefully for cancer affecting the lungs and the linings of your vital organs.

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