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Swimming Pool Rentals and Premises Liability in Miami

Published on: September 8, 2021 | By Flaxman Law Group

For many Miami homeowners, their swimming pool is one of the largest concerns when it comes to premises liability. After all, if a guest is injured on the property, homeowners may face legal claims. Even if a child trespasses on the property, the owner may be liable if the child is injured in the pool.

And pool injuries are a concern in Miami. There are many ways people are injured in pool incidents each year. There are drownings and near-drownings where survivors are seriously injured because they are deprived of oxygen for minutes. Head injuries, slip and fall injuries, and spinal cord trauma as well as fractures and lacerations are also common around the pool.

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Short-Term Rental Visitor Claims in Coral Springs

Published on: September 3, 2021 | By Flaxman Law Group

Short-term rentals through sites such as Airbnb are popular in Coral Springs, Miami, and other cities in South Florida. Some travelers like them because they offer less-expensive stays when compared with hotels. Others like the unique properties and home amenities, such as kitchens, available through short-term rentals.

However, there is a trade-off. While hotels and official accommodations are legally obligated to maintain certain standards of safety and cleanliness, short-term rentals are under no such official obligation. Studies and investigative reports have shown that a significant portion of short-term rentals lack safety basics such as first aid kits, smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, and carbon monoxide detectors.

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Short-Term Rental Injury Claims in Miami

Published on: August 27, 2021 | By Flaxman Law Group

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.

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When things go wrong with a short-term rental, however, determining liability can be difficult and securing fair compensation can be challenging. Many short-term rental guests and hosts turn to Miami premises liability claims attorneys to sort out their situations.

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Hot Tub Injuries in Key West

Published on: August 20, 2021 | By Flaxman Law Group

Hot tubs can be found in Key West hotels, homes, spas, gyms, and other locations. For hydrotherapy or for relaxation, hot tubs are a treat for the senses with warm water, scent, and whirlpool jets. Quality, well-designed hot tubs which are properly maintained are a safe way to enjoy the water, but manufacturer defects and owner negligence can result in hot tub injuries.

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Garage Door Safety in Monroe County

Published on: August 6, 2021 | By Flaxman Law Group

Garage doors are an important safety feature of many homes, allowing cars to be stored safely. Many homeowners in Monroe County with attached garages also use their garage doors as primary entrances to their homes. In condos and apartment buildings, garage doors allow entrance to the building and allow residents to safely enter and exit a property.

Unfortunately, in some cases, garage doors can pose a hazard. If they are poorly designed or maintained, they can collapse on someone and cause serious injury. In cases where negligence leads to an injury, you may have a premises liability claim in Monroe County or a personal injury claim.

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Are You Living With Paralysis in Cutler Bay?

Published on: July 21, 2021 | By Flaxman Law Group

People in Cutler Bay and across Florida live with paralysis after suffering an illness or injury which causes the brain and parts of the muscles or body to not communicate correctly. When this happens, parts of the body can no longer move.

The legal team at Flaxman Law Group has worked with many patients seeking a paralysis claim in Cutler Bay. Our team has seen firsthand how paralysis caused by a work injury or bicycle crash can change a life.

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Liability and Chronic Pain Conditions in Parkland

Published on: July 2, 2021 | By Flaxman Law Group

Living with chronic pain is devastating and can affect every area of a person’s life. In Parkland, chronic pain conditions affect many people, but not everyone realizes that in some cases chronic pain claims in Parkland are possible. If you have a legal claim, seeking compensation can help you pay for medical treatment, lost wages, and other losses. Contact Flaxman Law Group if you believe your chronic pain condition may have been caused by someone’s wrongful action or negligence.

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Miami Beach Condo and Apartment Claims

Published on: June 25, 2021 | By Flaxman Law Group

This week, the thoughts of the entire legal team at Flaxman Law Group are with the families and individuals affected by the condo collapse in Miami Beach. While at this time the cause of the collapse is unknown, engineers have spoken before about the challenges of building in areas with shifting sands, especially as climate change may be contributing to rising sea levels.

Over the past few days, the team at Flaxman Law Group has been asked whether Miami Beach condo and apartment claims are possible in cases where a building experiences structural integrity problems which lead to injury.

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Finding the Right Personal Injury Attorney in Monroe County

Published on: June 2, 2021 | By Flaxman Law Group

If you have suffered any injury in Monroe County in Southern Florida, you may wonder whether you have a legal claim. If you have been injured in a workplace accident or car collision or other insurable event, the process of filing a claim can be intimidating and you may wonder whether the insurer is offering you a fair amount for your injuries and losses.

The legal and insurance process after a serious injury is challenging and it often comes at a time when you feel stress, pain, and in general are in a vulnerable position. Working with a personal injury attorney at Flaxman Law Group ensures you are not alone during this process.

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Miami Cruise Ship Liability

Published on: May 18, 2021 | By Flaxman Law Group

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 cause serious injury in Miami and in other ports.

If you have been injured on a cruise ship in Miami or anywhere in South Florida, contact Flaxman Law Group. Cruise ships take many precautions to avoid liability. They are often registered out-of-country and have clauses in passenger agreements to limit their liability. If you are injured, a good attorney can help you navigate your claim.

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