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Man Airlifted to Hospital After Crash With Truck Hauling Trailer in South Florida
According to a report from NBC 6 South Florida, a man was airlifted to a local emergency medical center after a crash with a truck that was hauling a trailer in Miami-Dade County. The catastrophic accident—which happened just before sunrise—is still under a more comprehensive investigation. Here, our Miami semi-truck accident attorney provides an… Read More »
Understanding Associational Discrimination Claims Under the ADA
Many of us are unfamiliar with our legal responsibilities under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) and the requirement to avoid discrimination towards and to accommodate those with recognized disabilities. But one part of the ADA that many people don’t know even exists is the prohibition on discriminating against those employees who are associated… Read More »
What is Unjust Enrichment?
Did you ever think that you could win a lawsuit just because what happened to you wasn’t fair? No contract, no agreement, no fancy laws. Just the idea that, well, you got the short end of the stick. It may not sound very legal, but that’s actually a real legal theory, which can allow… Read More »
Whistleblower Reports Sexual Abuse at ICE Facility in North Florida
On November 14th, 2024, the Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights Center published a press release confirming that a former medical provider at the Baker County Detention Center in North Florida has raised questions about sexual abuse at the facility. Here, our Miami sexual assault and battery attorney provides a more comprehensive overview of the… Read More »
Truck Accidents in Florida: What is a Total Loss (Property Damage)?
Were you involved in a crash with a large commercial truck in Florida? You have the right to seek compensation for your damages, including your vehicle repairs. As a fully loaded tractor trailer can weigh up to 80,000 pounds, even a relatively modest speed crash can cause major damage. In some cases, your vehicle… Read More »
How to Pass a Tractor Trailer Safely on a Highway in Florida
Tractor trailers are massive vehicles. When carrying a full load, they can weigh as much as 40 tons. For obvious reasons, passing a tractor trailer on a highway—where speeds regularly hit 50, 60, or even 70 miles per hour—can be stressful and intimidating. At Pike & Lustig, LLP, we are strong advocates for roadway… Read More »
The Use of Copyrighted Music at Political Campaign Events
Every election cycle, we often hear the same thing. A candidate used a particular song at a campaign rally or event, and the artist objects, and insists that the candidate stop using his or her copyrighted musical work. Are Politics Always Public? We tend to think of politics as being in the public domain…. Read More »
Overturned Big Rig Blocks Traffic On Interstate 95 in Palm Beach Gardens
According to a report from CBS 12, an overturned tractor trailer blocked traffic on the southbound lanes of Interstate-95 (I-95) in Palm Beach Gardens during a recent commute. Trucking accidents remain a serious safety concern in South Florida. When tractor trailers are involved in rollover crashes, it can be especially dangerous. Here, our Palm… Read More »
Five Tips for Writing a Personal Injury Demand Letter After a Truck Accident in Miami
Truck accidents can cause catastrophic damage. The National Safety Council (NSC) reports that 368 people were killed in commercial trucking accidents in Florida in 2022. Many hundreds more people suffer serious injuries in crashes. If you were seriously hurt in a semi-truck accident, it is imperative that you know how to take action to… Read More »
Palm Beach County Man Facing Civil Sexual Assault Lawsuit Over Alleged Incident at Polo Club in Virginia
According to a report from WPTV, a Palm Beach County man is facing a $5 million civil sexual assault lawsuit related to allegations over an alleged incident at a polo club in the Commonwealth of Virginia. John Gobin—now of West Palm Beach—is alleged to have committed a sex-based offense against a 16-year-old girl. He… Read More »
Protecting Your Business From Unwanted Owners and Shareholders
When you go into business, you generally can choose who you want to be in business with. You can choose your partners, or your managing members if you’re an LLC, or who you want to sell your shares to if you’re not publicly traded. When Someone Loses Control of Your Business But you do… Read More »
Practical Tips to Avoid Employment Lawsuits
Lets face it: anybody can sue for anything. There’s no guardian at the courthouse that sits there prohibiting people from filing frivolous or meritless lawsuits. That means that the trick to avoiding litigation is in doing things that make it less likely that people will sue. And while you can’t control the whole world,… Read More »
The Use of General Magistrates in Commercial Litigation Cases
One of the biggest complaints people have about the legal system is the time that it can take to get a case from the moment a lawsuit is filed to a resolution. Part of the problem is just overworked and overloaded court systems; there just aren’t enough judges and courthouses and resources to manage… Read More »
Coparenting During the Holidays After a Divorce
By Rebecca Rhew, Esq. Holidays will look different after your divorce, but it’s important to know that you can set the schedule that is best for your family. For example, many parents choose to alternate years with their children, with one parent taking Thanksgiving in even-numbered years and the other parent taking the holiday… Read More »
What is Civil Conspiracy?
You may have heard of criminal conspiracy. That’s when more than one person works together and takes individual acts to further, or participate in, a criminal act. The actors don’t have to be at the scene of the crime, or actually commit the crime, so long as they are taking some actual act in… Read More »
Should Your Case be Heard in Federal Court?
If you file or defend a lawsuit, at some point, your attorney may discuss with you the possibility of filing in either federal or state court, or else, of asking the court to remove an already filed case from one to the other. But what are the benefits or drawbacks of each? Stricter, But… Read More »
Asset Protection and Fraudulent Transfers: What’s the Difference?
Asset protection is smart. It allows you to put assets in places that creditors cannot reach or collect on. But there is a fine line between legitimate, legal asset protection, and a fraudulent transfer, and blurring that line can get you in some trouble—as well as expose your assets to creditors. What is a… Read More »
Florida Jury Awards Victim $25 Million in Sexual Abuse Case—Hospital Delayed Reporting
On November 8th, 2024, the Tampa Bay Times reported that a jury in Florida has awarded the victim of a sexual assault $25 million. The civil claim was brought against a hospital that improperly and unreasonably delayed reporting of the incident. Here, our Miami sexual assault victims rights lawyer explain what happened, the decision… Read More »
Tractor Trailer Rear-End Collisions are Especially Dangerous
A fully loaded tractor trailer can weigh as much as 80,000 pounds. Given their immense size, getting rear-ended by a large commercial truck is extraordinarily dangerous. Here, our West Palm Beach semi-truck accident lawyer explains why so many semi-truck rear-end accidents happen and why they are so dangerous, and highlights your options after a… Read More »
Publix Tractor Trailer Involved in Fatal Crash in Miami Gardens
According to a report from CBS News, a tractor trailer from Publix was involved in a fatal collision in Miami Gardens. The crash—which happened at around 3:00 AM—was caught on a nearby surveillance camera. Within this article, our Miami fatal truck accident lawyer explains what we know about the crash and highlights the legal… Read More »
