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What Renters Need to Know About Florida’s Landlord/Tenant Statutes

Published on: April 19, 2023 | By Flaxman Law Group

If you’re a tenant, knowing and understanding the landlord/tenant statutes in Florida is important to protecting your rights. Staying informed and empowered as a tenant can help you avoid conflicts with your landlord and can help you hold onto your rented home. It can protect you against illegal eviction.

Unfortunately, the Florida landlord/tenant dispute attorneys at Flaxman Law Group often speak to renters who are not made aware of their rights and obligations. That’s why we’ve put together this guide to help you.

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Does Florida Have an Anti-Eviction Act?

Published on: April 14, 2023 | By Flaxman Law Group

The team at Flaxman Law Group works with many tenants who are facing eviction in Miami, Tampa, and other communities. We know these tenants are in a stressful, difficult situation and have questions about their rights. This is why Flaxman Law Group is pleased to offer a free, no obligation case consultation to any renter who is facing eviction. It gives you a chance to get answers and to discuss whether it may be possible to remain in your home.

In Florida, tenants have rights. While Florida does not have Anti-Eviction Act specifically, there are laws designed to protect those who rent a property. These laws are meant to ensure you’re treated fairly and have the right to defend yourself if you ever face eviction.

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Am I Covered by Workers’ Compensation in Florida?

Published on: April 12, 2023 | By Flaxman Law Group

In Florida, most businesses are required to offer workers’ compensation insurance for workers. Employers should pay for this insurance, so that in the event of a workplace injury or occupation illness, workers can get benefits.

The legal team at Flaxman Law Group has worked with many Florida residents who have been injured on the job but who were unsure about the benefits they were entitled to. From our offices in Homestead, Miami, and Hollywood, we help hard-working employees just like you seek fair compensation after on-the-job injuries, so if you’ve been injured, reach out to us for a free, no obligation case consultation.

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Medical Records Can be Crucial in Florida Personal Injury Cases

Published on: April 7, 2023 | By Flaxman Law Group

If you’re injured in a car accident, bike collision, workplace injury, or any kind of incident in Florida, you will need to visit a medical professional or hospital to get treatment. This means that almost immediately there will be documentation of your injuries.

In Florida, if you have been injured because of someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, pain and suffering, and other losses. To succeed in your case, you need to provide evidence of your injuries and the treatment you received. This is where medical records come in. The legal team at Flaxman Law Group routinely works with injured claimants in Florida, and we’ve put together this guide to help you understand the role of your medical records in your personal injury claim.

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Social Media Can Affect Your Florida Personal Injury Case

Published on: April 5, 2023 | By Flaxman Law Group

Social media is a big part of our lives. Most people spend time every day posting updates and sharing pictures, Most of us use social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and other services to connect with friends, family, and work.

However, if you’re involved in a car accident, workplace injury, or any potential personal injury case in Florida, you need to be careful about what you post. The legal team at Flaxman Law Group has worked with thousands of clients and we advise our clients to pause online activities or to abide by a few rules because the reality is that social media use can impact or even harm your case.

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Workers’ Compensation Protects Workers, But You May Still Need an Attorney

Published on: March 30, 2023 | By Flaxman Law Group

Workers’ compensation insurance is designed to provide benefits to employees who suffer injuries or illnesses on the job. The system is designed to provide financial support quickly to workers while also protecting employers from lawsuits. In Florida, the workers’ compensation system is governed by the Florida Workers’ Compensation Act.

If you’re an employee in Florida, your employer in most cases is required to pay for workers’ comp coverage for you so you have benefits in case you’re injured. In theory, this system is supposed to make sure you get income support and medical bill coverage if you’re injured on the job.

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Workplace Injuries in Florida

Published on: March 29, 2023 | By Flaxman Law Group

Workplace injuries are a concern for employees and employers. Nobody wants to see a worker injured. For employees, an on-the-job injury can mean serious pain and suffering as well as loss of income. Employers can lose valuable talent and may worry about legal consequences.

Flaxman Law Group has worked on claims where workers have suffered serious injury, disability, and even fatalities. We have represented workers in workers’ comp claims and in lawsuits against third parties, so if you’ve been injured you can always call us for a free accident consultation.

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Landlord-Tenant Disputes in Florida

Published on: March 24, 2023 | By Flaxman Law Group

Landlord-tenant disputes are common in Florida, even with the leases and agreements landlords and tenants sign, which should prevent disagreements. The legal team at Flaxman Law Group has represented many tenants and landlords who have needed mediation and in some cases have taken their claims all the way to court. In these cases, our goal is to protect our client and to bring about the most advantageous solution possible.

Seeking advice in these cases is important, because the laws and statutes protecting both landlords and tenants are complex.

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Ozempic and Medication Side Effects in Florida: What You Need to Know

Published on: March 22, 2023 | By Flaxman Law Group

Ozempic has been in the news lately. This injectable medication is used to manage type 2 diabetes by lowering blood sugar levels. More recently, however, people without diabetes have been using Ozempic to lose weight, sometimes for short-term loss. This is because one of the possible side effects of Ozempic is weight loss.

With more people using Ozempic, there have been many reported side effects, including:

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How Can You Negotiate with Insurance Companies in Your Florida Personal Injury Case?

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

In most injury cases, you’ll be dealing with insurance companies. For example, if you’ve been in a boating or car accident, you’ll be dealing with the insurance company covering your vehicle or boat.

If your home has suffered damage, you’ll be working with your homeowner’s policy provider. Even if you’re injured by a faulty appliance in your home, you’ll probably be dealing with your medical insurance provider as you seek medical treatment.

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