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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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Do I Have a Claim If I’m Injured in a Fire in My Rental?

Published on: February 2, 2024 | By Flaxman Law Group

About two-thirds of Florida households rent their homes, and this usually means they expect their landlords to properly maintain the premises. When a property owner fails to do this and a fire breaks out, the consequences can be devastating.

If this has happened to you, you should know that you may have a claim against the property owner, landlord, and any other parties whose negligence led to your injuries. To find out more, contact Flaxman Law Group for a consultation with a Miami burn injury claims attorney.

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Big Florida Events Can Cause Big Injuries

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

The legal team at Flaxman Law Group were saddened to hear about crushing injuries and other harm that occurred at the University of Florida, where students were holding a vigil. We hope everyone who was hurt will make a full and speedy recovery.

The incident also got our father-son lawyer team talking about the dangers of crowds and events. Whenever you have lots of people together, there is a risk of crushing injuries and even violence. Today, we wanted to share some tips for staying safe.

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Holiday Shopping Safety

Published on: November 18, 2022 | By Flaxman Law Group

This week, many people will be taking advantage of Black Friday sales or will be working on their holiday shopping list. This can mean busier stores and (unfortunately) busier fraudsters. It can also mean more injuries in crowded stores and parking lots. Here’s how to stay safe while having a happy holiday:

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Have You Suffered an Injury in a Miami Church?

Published on: February 4, 2022 | By Flaxman Law Group

Religious institutions can and are sued when they act in negligent or criminal ways. The Episcopal Church, for example, has faced property claims while the Roman Catholic Church has settled claims related to sexual abuse cases. While they don’t make the news as often, personal injury and premises liability cases in Miami and across the country are filed against churches.

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North Miami Retail Store Injuries

Published on: January 14, 2022 | By Flaxman Law Group

Your favorite stores in North Miami have a greater obligation than just making sure you enjoy great bargains on your must-have items. All stores, whether they’re grocery stores, clothing shops, bookstores, or your favorite place for antiques or games, have a duty of care to visitors. This means they have a duty to take reasonable steps to keep you safe. If they fail to do this and you’re injured as a result, you may have a legal claim and may be able to pursue compensation for the losses you suffer.

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Preventing Black Friday Injuries in Miami

Published on: November 24, 2021 | By Flaxman Law Group

During Black Friday, huge holiday sales start and while it can be a great way to take care of your gift list, huge crowds at stores can and do cause injuries. Almost every year, people are injured or killed by crowds and violence in stores. In addition, shoppers may be at a heightened risk of parking lot accidents, slip and fall and trip and fall accidents, fraud, and theft due to the crowds at stores at this time of year.

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Miami Beach Condo and Apartment Claims

Published on: June 25, 2021 | By Flaxman Law Group

This week, the thoughts of the entire legal team at Flaxman Law Group are with the families and individuals affected by the condo collapse in Miami Beach. While at this time the cause of the collapse is unknown, engineers have spoken before about the challenges of building in areas with shifting sands, especially as climate change may be contributing to rising sea levels.

Over the past few days, the team at Flaxman Law Group has been asked whether Miami Beach condo and apartment claims are possible in cases where a building experiences structural integrity problems which lead to injury.

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Stay Safe from Identity Theft in Key Biscayne

Published on: March 26, 2021 | By Flaxman Law Group

Identity theft is a serious issue which can impact your life and finances for years to come. Unfortunately, identity theft is relatively easy to perpetrate and is profitable, meaning there are many fraudsters out there. It can also be difficult to get compensation after falling victim, which is why you will want to speak to a Key Biscayne personal injury attorney if you have been affected.

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Cyber Security for Hollywood and Florida Residents

Published on: November 12, 2019 | By Flaxman Law Group

Each year, Hollywood residents are exposed to hacks, scams, and other threats online. In some cases, such as identity theft, victims may have recourse to the criminal justice system. In other situations, those affected choose to pursue legal claims.

Cyber security breaches can impact a person’s livelihood, personal safety, and finances for years to come. Fraudsters can gain access to very personal information from victims, can clear out bank accounts, can ruin credit ratings, and more. The effects of such crimes often include immense stress, financial hardship and even family problems.

Everyone is at risk, which is why it is important to take some steps online to protect yourself:

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