Woman Critically Injured in Sunrise Hit-and-Run Accident

Fri, Dec 23, 2011

Posted in: Accident Lawyers, Hit & Run Accidents, Pedestrian Accidents, Personal Injury

The majority of Florida car accidents occur and lead to whatever fallout unfolds, but they also lead to relatively fast conclusions regarding what went wrong, who was at fault and what should be done by law enforcement and perhaps Florida personal injury lawyers in response.  However, that is unfortunately not the case with a Sunrise hit-and-run accident that occurred over the weekend that left a female pedestrian critically injured.  Police are still attempting to piece together what happened and to identify the driver involved in the crash.

According to the authorities, this mysterious Sunrise hit-and-run accident occurred last Friday at just after 9:30 p.m.  A woman was either walking or standing along the off-ramp of the southbound Sunrise Boulevard exit at Interstate 95.  At that point, she was mowed down by a passing motorist who fled the scene after the crash.  She was rushed to the hospital in critical condition, and fortunately witnesses did provide somewhat of a description of the vehicle involved.

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First, we’d like to offer our thoughts and our support for the woman who was critically injured in this Sunrise hit-and-run accident.  We also hope that the police are able to complete their investigation and to find the driver who was involved in this crash.  In addition, this Sunrise pedestrian accident will now become part of the overall statistics regarding Florida pedestrian accidents.  Every year, approximately 8,000 of these crashes occur, leading to 7,500 injuries and to nearly 500 fatalities.

Florida Serious Injury Lawyers

It seems quite possible that if or when the driver involved in this Sunrise hit-and-run accident is identified, he or she could face serious criminal charges.  In addition, this person could face a Florida personal injury lawsuit if the woman who was injured decides to initiate such a filing.  If she does and her case is successful, she could be awarded damages that compensate her for her medical costs, her lost income and her pain and suffering.

If you or someone you love has been harmed by a hit-and-run driver, you need to seek the help of Florida serious injury lawyers who have been fighting for the rights of those injured for many years.  Contact Bernstein & Maryanoff today to schedule a free initial consultation.

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Man on Motorcycle Hit and Killed in Fort Lauderdale Hit-and-Run Accident

Mon, Nov 28, 2011

Posted in: Accident Lawyers, Fort Lauderdale Attorneys, Hit & Run Accidents, Personal Injury, Wrongful Death

When people are involved in Florida traffic accidents, they are required by law to remain on the scene of the crash so that the police can conduct a proper investigation and sort the matter out for the good of those involved.  When a motorist leaves the scene of a crash, he or she commits a crime.  Tragically, that appears to be what occurred last week when a man on a motorcycle was hit and killed in a Fort Lauderdale hit-and-run accident.

According to the authorities, this Fort Lauderdale hit-and-run accident occurred on Tuesday afternoon at 3:30 p.m.  A 52-year-old Plantation resident was riding his motorcycle in a northbound direction in the 4500 block of North Federal Highway when he was hit by the driver of a Lexus sedan.  The collision forced the motorcyclist to fall, and that fall led to injuries that proved to be fatal.  Police are asking anyone with information regarding this Fort Lauderdale motorcycle accident to come forward.

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First and foremost, we’d like to offer our sincere condolences to the family and friends of the man who was killed in this Fort Lauderdale hit-and-run accident, and we hope that the police are able to soon locate the driver involved in this crash.  In addition, this Fort Lauderdale motorcycle accident will now become part of the overall statistics regarding Florida motorcycle accidents.  Every year, approximately 9,000 of these crashes occur, leading to nearly 8,500 injuries and to almost 500 fatalities.

Fort Lauderdale Wrongful Death Lawyers

Clearly, if or when the driver involved in this Fort Lauderdale hit-and-run accident is apprehended, he or she will face serious criminal charges.  The driver could also face a Florida wrongful death lawsuit if the surviving family members decide to initiate such a filing.  If they do and their case is successful, the family could recover damages that compensate them for their losses.

If you have lost someone you love in a crash, you need to seek the help of Fort Lauderdale wrongful death lawyers who have been fighting for the rights of grieving families for many years.  Contact Bernstein & Maryanoff today to schedule a free initial consultation.

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Boy Seriously Injured in Deerfield Beach Dog Bite Attack

Tue, Oct 25, 2011

Posted in: Animal Attacks/Dog Bites, Fort Lauderdale Attorneys, Personal Injury

Americans love their dogs, and it’s estimated that as many as 75 million of them live with owners and families across the United States.  While the vast majority of them are well-behaved and friendly, there are instances that arise that create terror and serious harm.  Unfortunately, that appears to be what occurred over the weekend when an eight-year-old boy was seriously injured in a Deerfield Beach dog bite attack.

According to the authorities, this Deerfield Beach dog bite attack occurred on Sunday when the boy was riding his bicycle near 300 SE 1st Terrace, not far from where he and his family live.  Suddenly, he was attacked by what is believed to be a pit bull.  The boy managed to make it to a friend’s home where an adult at the resident beat the dog back.  The boy suffered a broken arm and needed at least 30 stitches to his face and other areas of his body to close wounds opened in the attack.  The dog was captured and taken to a shelter.

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First, we’d like to express our support for the little boy and his family as he recovers from this Deerfield Beach dog bite attack.  We hope that he recovers quickly from the harm he has suffered both physically and emotionally.  In addition, this attack will now become part of the overall statistics regarding dog bite attacks across the United States.  Every year, approximately 800,000 people require a trip to the emergency room because of an attack and injuries suffered from dog bites.

Florida Serious Injury Lawyers

If the owner of the dog is identified and it’s decided that he or she was at fault for allowing the dog to run loose before this attack, it could lead to the filing of a Florida personal injury lawsuit by the family of the little boy who was injured.  If such a case is filed and it’s successful, it could lead to an award of damages that compensates the family for their medical costs and other losses.

If you or someone you love has been injured in a dog bite attack, you need to seek the help of Florida serious injury lawyers who have been holding those responsible for this type of harm accountable for many years.  Contact Bernstein & Maryanoff today to schedule a free initial consultation.

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Tamarac Man Faces Two Counts of Florida Sexual Abuse

Mon, Oct 17, 2011

Posted in: Personal Injury, Sexual Abuse Attorney

People meet each other in all sorts of different ways, and generally, when someone is working security and in a uniform, people tend to lend at least a small amount of trust to that person.  When it comes to cases of Florida sexual abuse, many of those situations involve a misplacement of trust.  That’s what police suspect may have occurred on two different occasions when women were allegedly subjected to Florida sexual abuse by a Tamarac man.  The suspect has been arrested and faces charges for both situations.

According to the authorities, these alleged cases of Florida sexual abuse occurred over the summer when two different women met a man working as a security guard at a grocery store in Fort Lauderdale.  The man allegedly asked the women over to his home for dinner, and one of the female guests arrived with her 3-year-old daughter.  Once inside the apartment, the man allegedly forced himself on the women sexually, with one of the instances supposedly occurring in the presence of the little girl.  The suspect faces charges that include two counts of Florida sexual battery.

Florida Sexual Abuse Statistics

First, we hope that the criminal investigation and prosecution for these alleged counts of Florida sexual abuse lead to fast and just results.  In addition, these allegations will now become part of the overall statistics regarding cases of Florida sexual abuse on a state-wide basis.  Every year, more than 11,000 of these reports are made, although experts tend to agree that many instances are not reported.  Experts have also stated that many cases of Florida sexual abuse involve people who the victim knows.

Florida Sexual Abuse Lawyers

When people are subjected to Florida sexual abuse, they can suffer physical harm and extreme amounts of emotional and psychological trauma.  As a result, in addition to the criminal prosecution process, survivors of these situations can also file Florida personal injury lawsuits against those responsible for this type of harm.  If they do so and their claims are successful, damages can be awarded to compensate them for their losses.

If you or someone you love has been harmed in this manner, you need to seek the help of Florida sexual abuse lawyers who have been holding those responsible for this conduct accountable for many years.  Contact Bernstein & Maryanoff today to schedule a free initial consultation.

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State Orders License Restriction on Therapist after Alleged Plantation Sexual Abuse

Fri, Oct 7, 2011

Posted in: Personal Injury, Professional Negligence, Sexual Abuse Attorney

People need to see therapists for many different reasons, and some need help with problems regarding their sexuality.  As is the case with most mental health professions, the state regulates those who provide this help by way of licensing and oversight.  It appears that the state is taking steps to move forward with an investigation into the practices of one state therapist after allegations of a Plantation sexual abuse incident were made.  For now, the therapist at issue is prevented from seeing female patients.

According to several reports, this alleged Plantation sexual abuse occurred in September of 2010, when a female patient asked the therapist if he would be attracted to her if she was not his patient.  He reportedly said yes and the situation led to a sexual encounter.  The therapist also had reportedly shared intimate sexual details with the patient during previous sessions.  The patient had been referred to the counselor after she had experienced sexual fantasies about the previous therapist.  After the encounter, the patient reportedly did not see the therapist again.

Florida Sexual Abuse Statistics

Obviously, the woman involved in this difficult situation is experiencing difficulties on several levels, and we hope that she finds a way to put these challenges in the past.  In addition, while this alleged Plantation sexual abuse does not appear to be anything but consensual, it still violates statutes that govern this profession.  Overall, more than 11,000 Florida sexual abuse allegations are made on an annual basis.

Florida Sexual Abuse Lawyers

If the allegations regarding this Plantation sexual abuse case are true, then it’s possible that the woman who was harmed could file a Florida personal injury lawsuit against the therapist in addition to having the state investigate the practice.  If such a claim was filed and it was successful, it could lead to an award of damages that helps to compensate the patient for her losses.

If you or someone you love has been mistreated in a sexual manner, you need to seek the help of Florida sexual abuse lawyers who have been fighting for the rights of those harmed for many years.  Contact Bernstein & Maryanoff today to schedule a free initial consultation.

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Boy Seriously Injured in North Lauderdale Pedestrian Accident

Thu, Sep 29, 2011

Posted in: Accident Lawyers, Pedestrian Accidents, Personal Injury

Anyone who drives in the area understands that pedestrians are a regular sight and that they must be given a wide berth to cross roads so that crashes do not occur.  This is particularly true if a pedestrian is of a young age to the point where he or she may not understand all the nuances of traffic.  Unfortunately, something went wrong yesterday when a 14-year-old boy was hit and seriously injured in a North Lauderdale pedestrian accident.

According to the authorities, this North Lauderdale pedestrian accident occurred yesterday afternoon at 2:30 p.m.  The unidentified 14-year-old boy was hit by a passing motorist on the 7100 block of Kimberly Boulevard near Rock Island Road.  The boy was flown by helicopter to a nearby hospital and was expected to survive his injuries.  No details were provided regarding the potential cause or causes of the crash, and no arrests were made.

Florida Pedestrian Accident Statistics

First and foremost, we’d like to offer our thoughts and our support for the boy who was badly injured in this North Lauderdale pedestrian accident.  We hope that he is able to make a fast and a full recovery from the harm he has suffered.  In addition, this North Lauderdale pedestrian accident will now become part of the overall statistics regarding Florida pedestrian accidents.  Every year, more than 8,000 of these crashes occur, and they lead to more than 7,500 injuries and to approximately 500 fatalities.

Fort Lauderdale Personal Injury Lawyers

Clearly, much more information would be necessary before fault could be assigned with regards to this North Lauderdale pedestrian accident.  However, if the driver was at fault, it could lead to the filing of a Florida personal injury lawsuit by the family of the boy who was hurt.  If such a claim is filed and it proves to be successful, it could result in a damages award that compensates the family for their losses.

If you or someone you love has been harmed in a crash, you need to seek the help of Fort Lauderdale personal injury lawyers who have been fighting on behalf of injured clients for many years.  Contact Bernstein & Maryanoff today to schedule a free initial consultation.

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Woman Seriously Injured in Tamarac Pedestrian Accident

Wed, Sep 28, 2011

Posted in: Accident Lawyers, Fort Lauderdale Attorneys, Pedestrian Accidents, Personal Injury

Crossing a street when motorists are in the area is always a risk, but pedestrians should be able to trust that those behind the wheels of vehicles will obey the traffic laws that are in place.  Unfortunately, it doesn’t take much to go wrong for a disaster to unfold, and that appears to be what occurred last night when a woman was hit and seriously injured in a Tamarac pedestrian accident.  Police are still investigating the situation.

According to the authorities, this Tamarac pedestrian accident occurred last night at approximately 8:40 p.m.  An unidentified woman was crossing the street at the intersection of Northwest 94 Avenue and Commercial Boulevard when she was suddenly hit by a passing pickup truck.  She was rushed to a nearby hospital with what were described as serious injuries, but no arrests have yet been made nor citations issued as police attempt to identify the circumstances that led to the crash.

Florida Pedestrian Accidents

First and foremost, we’d like to offer our thoughts and our support for the woman who was badly injured in this Tamarac pedestrian accident, and we hope that the police are able to quickly come to a fair and accurate conclusion to their investigation.  In addition, this crash will now become part of the overall statistics regarding Florida pedestrian accidents.  Every year, more than 8,000 of these crashes occur, leading to more than 7,500 injuries and to approximately 500 fatalities.

Florida Personal Injury Lawyers

Clearly, much more information would be necessary before fault could be assigned for this Tamarac pedestrian accident, and it seems that the issue will turn on the question of which party had the right-of-way.  However, if it turns out that the pedestrian had the right-of-way, it could lead to the filing of a Florida personal injury lawsuit against the driver.  If such a claim was filed and was successful, it could lead to a damages award that compensates the plaintiff for her losses.

If you or someone you love has been harmed in a crash, you need to seek the help of Florida personal injury lawyers who have been fighting for the rights of the injured for many years.  Contact Bernstein & Maryanoff today to schedule a free initial consultation.

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Teen Passenger Killed in Violent Coral Springs Car Accident at Intersection

Mon, Sep 26, 2011

Posted in: Accident Lawyers, Fort Lauderdale Attorneys, Personal Injury, Wrongful Death

Intersections are driving environments that drivers encounter every time they get behind the wheel, and while many people take these situations for granted, everything needs to go right in order for collisions to be avoided.  Tragically, something went terribly wrong at an intersection during the early moments of Saturday morning that led to the death of a 17-year-old boy in a Coral Springs car accident.  Police are still investigating the incident and have not yet determined fault for the crash.

According to the authorities, this Coral Springs car accident occurred on Saturday morning at approximately 12:10 a.m.  A 17-year-old boy was riding as a passenger with his mother driving in a Honda.  As the vehicle approached the intersection of Riverside Drive and Coral Ridge Drive, it was hit on the passenger side by the driver of a Nissan truck.  The boy was killed instantly as a result of the crash, and the boy’s mother, the other driver and a passenger in the truck were also injured.

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First and foremost, we’d like to offer our most sincere condolences to the family and friends of the boy who was killed, and we hope that the people who were injured in this Coral Springs car accident are able to survive the harm they have suffered.  In addition, this incident will now become part of the overall statistics regarding Florida car accidents.  Every year, 200,000 people are injured and another 3,000 people are killed in these occurrences.

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According to reports, the intersection where this Coral Springs car accident occurred was being governed by blinking traffic signals.  One direction has blinking yellow lights and the other blinking red lights.  Therefore, the question regarding fault in this crash will come down to right-of-way.  If the driver of the Honda had the right-of-way, it could lead to the filing of a Florida wrongful death lawsuit.

If you have lost someone you love in an accident, you need to seek the help of Florida wrongful death lawyers who have been fighting for the rights of grieving families for many years.  Contact Bernstein & Maryanoff today to schedule a free initial consultation.

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One Killed, One Injured in Bizarre Deerfield Beach Car Accident

Mon, Sep 12, 2011

Posted in: Accident Lawyers, Fort Lauderdale Attorneys, Personal Injury, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death

Many times when Florida car accidents occur, their cause can be traced quite simply to a mistake made by one of the motorists involved.  However, the case of a tragically fatal Deerfield Beach car accident last week borders on the bizarre, as a chain reaction crash was set off by bouncing tires on the highway.  As a result of that unexpected development, several cars collided.  One person was killed and one other person was injured.

According to the authorities, this fatal Deerfield Beach car accident occurred on Thursday at approximately 5:45 a.m.  The driver of a semi-trailer was heading north on Interstate 95 at that time near Southwest 10th Street.  Suddenly, the vehicle lost its left rear dual wheels.  One of the wheels bounced onto the southbound lanes and into an Oldsmobile that was moving in that direction.  The driver of a Mercury that was following the Oldsmobile attempted to slow down but was hit from behind by a Ford pickup, sending the Mercury into the Oldsmobile.  The Mercury then burst into flames and the driver of that vehicle was declared dead at the scene.  The driver of the Oldsmobile suffered minor injuries.

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First and foremost, we’d like to offer our most sincere condolences to the family and friends of the driver who was killed in this Deerfield Beach car accident.  Losing a life in this random manner is truly tragic.  In addition, this crash will now become part of the overall statistics regarding Florida car accidents.  Every year, 200,000 people are injured and another 3,000 people are killed in these occurrences.

Florida Wrongful Death Lawyers

Clearly, there will be much to sort out in terms of fault with regards to this Deerfield Beach car accident, but it seems that the problem started with the faulty wheels on the semi-trailer.  Regardless, it also seems that the family of the person who was killed could file a Florida wrongful death lawsuit against the party or parties at fault.  If they do and they are successful, the family could recover damages that compensate them for their losses.

If you have lost someone you love in a crash, you need to seek the help of Florida wrongful death lawyers who have been fighting for the rights of grieving families for many years.  Contact Bernstein & Maryanoff today to schedule a free initial consultation.

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Driver Killed in Fort Lauderdale Car Accident After Being Hit by Swaying Trailer

Mon, Aug 29, 2011

Posted in: Accident Lawyers, Fort Lauderdale Attorneys, Personal Injury, Wrongful Death

Most of us have been behind the wheel of a vehicle and have shared the roads with other vehicles hauling trailers.  While we usually do not give those trailers much in the way of attention, the fact of the matter is that these trailers can present dangers to those on the road.  Unfortunately, police suspect that a trailer being hauled could have contributed to a Fort Lauderdale car accident that took the life of a man on Friday.

According to the authorities, this fatal Fort Lauderdale car accident occurred on Friday on Interstate 95 in Pompano Beach.  A 30-year-old male driver had been moving in a southbound direction on the interstate when he lost control of his vehicle north of Atlantic Boulevard.  He crashed into a pole after leaving the road and was killed.  Police suspect that the man’s vehicle was clipped by an SUV that was hauling a trailer, however, and that was why he lost control.  No conclusions have been drawn, though, as the investigation continues.

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First and foremost, we’d like to offer our most sincere condolences to the family and friends of the man who was killed in this Fort Lauderdale car accident.  We hope that the investigation ends quickly and that it unearths accurate facts.  In addition, this crash will now become part of the overall statistics regarding Florida car accidents.  Every year, 200,000 people are injured and 3,000 people are killed in these occurrences.

Florida Wrongful Death Lawyers

Clearly, the investigation regarding this Fort Lauderdale car accident would need to be completed before any legal steps could be taken by the family of the man who was killed.  However, if it turns out that the driver hauling the trailer was at fault for the crash, it could lead to the filing of a Florida wrongful death lawsuit against that driver.  If such a claim was filed and was successful, the family could recover damages that compensate them for their losses.

If you have lost someone you love in an accident, you need to seek the help of Florida wrongful death lawyers who have been fighting for the rights of grieving families for many years.  Contact Bernstein & Maryanoff today to schedule a free initial consultation.

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