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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 »
Four Tips for Driving Safely Around Large Trucks on Multi-Lane Highways
Driving around a large tractor trailer on a busy highway can be nerve-wracking. There is a good reason for that. The National Safety Council (NSC) reports that there are nearly 6,000 fatal tractor trailer accidents in the United States each year—and a disproportionate share of them happen on highways. At Pike & Lustig, LLP,… Read More »
Body Cam Footage Released of Aftermath of Fatal Motorcycle Crash in Miami Beach (Hit By Truck Driver)
According to a report from 7 News Miami, the body cam footage has been released of the aftermath of a deadly truck accident in Miami Beach. The tragic footage is difficult to watch. A truck driver reportedly fell asleep while behind the wheel and struck the motorcyclists. That driver was subsequently charged with vehicular… Read More »
A Good Operating Agreement Can Avoid a Bad Lawsuit: Is Your Equestrian Business Ready for the Upcoming Winter Equestrian Season?
Andrew Boloy, Esq. With the busiest part of the Wellington equestrian season approaching, it’s crucial to ensure your farm or business is fully protected. One key way to safeguard your interests is by having your Operating Agreements in place. These agreements are vital, as they outline each party’s roles, responsibilities, and expectations. They also… Read More »
What Should I Do If I Am Sexually Assaulted in a Ridesharing Vehicle in Florida?
When you enter an Uber or a Lyft, you have the fair and reasonable expectation that your health and safety will be protected. The last thing you should have to worry about is an attempted assault by a driver or another passenger. Sadly, it does happen. According to data cited in a lawsuit reported… Read More »
Closely Held Corporations: Are they Real, and Are They Worth It?
You may have heard of someone saying that they have a closely held corporation. And while this may just sound like a descriptive adjective it actually does have a legal meaning, and a closely held corporation is, in some ways, different from a standard corporation. What is a Closely Held Corporation? Closely held corporations… Read More »
Asset Sales and Stock Sales: Know the Difference
The decision to sell your business is a big one. But once it’s made, you may think the decision-making is over. It isn’t. That’s because in addition to the decision whether or not to sell your business, you then need to decide what part of your business to sell. There are really three things… Read More »
Understanding the FMCSA Clearinghouse II Rule: Key Compliance Changes for Trucking Companies and CDL Drivers
Robert C. Johnson, Partner November 18th, new federal regulations will tighten the oversight of commercial driver licenses (CDLs) for truck drivers who fail drug or alcohol tests. Under the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSA) Clearinghouse II rule, state licensing agencies must downgrade a driver’s CDL if they are flagged for prohibited driving status… Read More »
