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Do I Have a Claim if My Teen Was Injured at a Party?

Published on: May 24, 2024 | By Flaxman Law Group

For teenagers, parties are a key way to build social skills, build life-long memories, and cement friendships. Whether it’s graduation parties, after-prom festivities, or just weekend festivities, these parties tend to happen at teens’ parents’ homes. So what happens when a teen is injured or killed at a party?

If you’re a parent facing this heartbreaking situation, get the facts before you make any decisions. Flaxman Law Group is a family-focused, boutique law firm and we’re fluent in both English and Spanish. Most of all, we’re fluent in compassion. Contact us today to discuss the laws that could help you seek protection for your family.

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Rides and Childhood Injuries

Published on: April 26, 2024 | By Flaxman Law Group

Mechanical bulls and other mechanical rides can be found at shopping centers, amusement parks, and even at private parties, since they can easily be rented. While kids love them, they lead to severe childhood injuries and injuries to teens, too.

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If your child has been injured by this type of ride or by any other incident that may have been caused by an unsafe product, contact Flaxman Law Group. Under Florida and Colorado law, you may have a legal claim and you may be able to recover for your child’s pain and suffering and medical costs. At Flaxman Law Group, our boutique, family-focused law firm is pleased to serve Colorado and South Florida and we’re happy to offer free consultations with injury attorneys so you can talk to a lawyer about your situation.

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Student Injuries in Hollywood, Fla.

Published on: March 20, 2024 | By Flaxman Law Group

Florida has 69 school districts and close to three million students, ranging from elementary schoolchildren to adult learners. Every day, they head to the classroom to grow and learn, never expecting to be injured. Yet, every year students are injured and even killed in school, on school grounds, and during school activities.

If you’re a student and you find yourself in this situation or if you’re a parent whose child is injured at school, don’t hesitate to contact Flaxman Law Group for a free consultation with an accident lawyer. Our family-based team understands the devastation a serious injury can cause and we work tirelessly to help injured Florida residents in the Homestead, Hollywood, and Miami areas understand their rights.

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Bullying Claims in Hollywood Schools

Published on: March 6, 2024 | By Flaxman Law Group

Nearly one in four students have reported being bullied. While some adults think of bullying as just harsh words, it can have a devastating and even life-long impact on children and families.

Hollywood schools (and all Florida schools) have an obligation to provide a safe environment for children. If they fail to address bullying or allow it to happen, they can be held liable. If you’re facing this situation and want to learn more, reach out to Flaxman Law Group at 866-352-9626. The family-based legal team at our Miami, Homestead, and Hollywood offices are happy to provide free accident consultations for you with a Hollywood childhood injury claims attorney so you can discuss your specific situation.

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Preventing Childhood Injuries During the Holidays

Published on: December 13, 2023 | By Flaxman Law Group

The holidays are a time of wonder for children of all ages, but unfortunately this time of year also creates some new hazards for kids. The father-son attorney team at Flaxman Law Group has worked with many families who have been facing a child’s injury and we’ve put together this guide to help you reduce the risk of child injuries in your home and during your holidays.

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Plan Now To Avoid Childhood Injuries This Halloween

Published on: October 11, 2023 | By Flaxman Law Group

In Hollywood and across South Florida, it’s now the spooky season. Kids are looking forward to pumpkins, costumes, and trick-or-treating, and adults are putting up decorations to turn homes frightful. There’s no need to be afraid of ghouls, but did you know that Halloween is among the top four holidays for childhood injuries? The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) also reports that over 4000 American adults also sustain injuries related to this season.

At Flaxman Law Group, our family-based law firm is working with younger family members to create a spooky and fun Halloween. But we also want everyone in the Hollywood, Miami, Homestead, and surrounding communities to have a safe holiday, too. That’s why we’ve put together these tips to help you avoid the very real scary risks of this season.

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Safe School Days in Florida: Back to School Safety Tips

Published on: September 8, 2023 | By Flaxman Law Group

Now that children are settling into the new academic year, ensuring the safety of your children becomes a top priority. Flaxman Law Group has worked with many families who have turned to our childhood injury claims attorneys in our Miami, Homestead, and Hollywood offices after an accident or injury at school. We’re passionate about helping prevent injury, which is why we’ve put together this list of tips to keep students safe all school year long.

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Common Childhood Injuries

Published on: February 17, 2023 | By Flaxman Law Group

Children and minors spend a lot of time learning, and sometimes that learning includes minor injuries. Children may fall from their bikes or get scrapes and scratches from playing in the yard.

However, many early injuries are serious—and entirely preventable. According to the CDC, about 20 children and teens die, on average, each day due to unintended and largely preventable injuries. In fact, injury is the leading cause of death for children and teens in this country.

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Things You Can Teach Your Children to Reduce Their Risk of Injuries

Published on: February 3, 2023 | By Flaxman Law Group

One of the biggest responsibilities of any parent is to teach. Children rely on their families to teach them the difference between right and wrong and to teach them the basics of what they’ll need to live well. An important thing to teach kids from an early age, too, is safety.

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Safe Toys: Avoiding Product Liability Claims

Published on: January 10, 2023 | By Flaxman Law Group

Now that it’s been some time since the holidays, many children have a whole new set of favorite toys they have been playing with for weeks. If you’re a parent, of course you want to make sure your child’s toys continue to be safe. While you may have checked the toys your child got over the holidays, here are some additional steps you might want to take now to prevent childhood injury:

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