South Florida Injury Attorneys Blog

July 28, 2021

Statute of Limitations in a Wrongful Death Case

Experiencing the loss of a loved one can be devastating for surviving family members and friends, especially when the death could have been prevented. When a fatality is caused by the negligence of another individual or entity, it is considered a wrongful death and surviving family members may be able to hold the at-fault party liable for certain damages. These damages may include medical bills, loss of future income, funeral and burial expenses, and loss of consortium.

However, it is important to learn your legal rights from a qualified attorney before settling for a low-ball offer from the insurance company. Having a licensed attorney can help protect your rights to seek the full and fair amount of compensation you may legally deserve. For example, according to the Florida Statute of Limitations, surviving family members only have a limited amount of time to file a wrongful death claim to seek legal compensation. The details of your particular situation will determine the amount of time you have to file a claim.

If you or someone you know lost a loved one in a wrongful death accident in Miami, contact the law firm of Frankl Kominsky Injury Lawyers today to schedule a no-cost, initial consultation (by appointment only). Our compassionate attorneys have more than four decades of combined legal experience while recovering more than $200 million combined in successful verdicts and settlements for our past clients.

July 26, 2021

Fractures and Broken Bones in Nursing Homes

by Frankl Kominsky Injury Lawyers

While most nursing homes in Florida provide top-notch care for their residents, the growing number of neglect and abuse cases of the elderly continues to rise in recent years. Although many forms of neglect and abuse can go unnoticed or unreported, fractures and broken bones could be a telling sign, which means the nursing home and staff could be held liable for medical costs, pain and suffering, and other damages. Having an experienced lawyer investigate your elder abuse claim may be an important step to hold at-fault parties liable for damages sustained by your loved one.

If you or your loved one suffered from a fracture, broken bone, or any other significant injury at a nursing home, contact the law firm of Frankl Kominsky Injury Lawyers today to schedule a no-cost, initial claim evaluation. Our firm has more than four decades of combined legal experience, which includes cases involving elder abuse-and-claims in the Jupiter area and beyond (by appointment only). Our award-winning attorneys are active members of the community and we have received more than 600 five-star reviews from our past clients.

Below we will discuss how nursing homes are legally required to maintain certain standards of care for its residents and how they can be held liable for serious injuries such as fractures and broken bones. It is important to learn your legal rights from a licensed attorney before settling for a quick, low-ball settlement offer from the insurance company.

July 23, 2021

Common Causes of Construction Injuries and Accidents

by Frankl Kominsky Injury Lawyers

As Florida continues to become the home of many new residents and businesses, new construction projects continue to appear all around us. Unfortunately, this increases the likelihood of construction accidents and injuries.

While some injuries may seem minor, there are several common types of construction accidents that have been known to cause severe damage, which may require long-term medical care and rehabilitative treatments. Having a licensed attorney review your injury claim may be crucial when you decide to pursue the full amount of compensation to help with your recovery efforts.

At the law office of Frankl Kominsky Injury Lawyers, our goal is to protect the rights of injured victims in the West Palm Beach area and beyond (by appointment only). We never settle for less as we strive to help our clients pursue the full and fair amount of compensation they deserve.

July 21, 2021

Common Injuries at a Cruise Ship’s Pool

by Frankl Kominsky Injury Lawyers

Although Florida is famous for being the perfect place to go on a cruise, many passengers suffer serious injuries every year due to cruise ship accidents. Cruise lines are in constant competition with each other, as they continue to build elaborate swimming pools, water slides, wave pools, and other aquatic activities which can lead to various types of injuries.

If you or a loved one was injured at a cruise ship’s pool, it is important that you understand your legal rights to seek compensation to pay for your medical expenses and other damages. Discussing your situation with an experienced lawyer may be critical to pursue the fair amount of compensation you may deserve.

At the law office of Frankl Kominsky Injury Lawyers, our licensed lawyers have a wealth of legal experience, which includes in-depth knowledge of local and state maritime laws. We know what it takes to hold cruise lines liable for any damages you may have sustained such as medical bills, lost wages from missing work, pain and suffering, and other damages. Call our firm today to schedule a no-cost evaluation of your injury claim.

July 19, 2021

Does Car Insurance Cover a Hit and Run Accident?

by Frankl Kominsky Injury Lawyers

If you or a loved one was injured in a hit and run crash in Florida, you may need to explore multiple forms of insurance coverage to obtain the fair amount of compensation you may deserve. Trying to figure out which policies will cover your damages can be complicated without the help of an experienced car accident lawyer on your side that has had past experience with this.

You may think you have enough insurance coverage. However, many serious injuries often leave victims with outrageous medical bills ranging from tens of thousands to hundreds of thousands of dollars. If your medical costs exceed your policy limits, you may need to pay the difference out-of-pocket.

Have the licensed car accident lawyers at the law office of Frankl Kominsky Injury Lawyers listen to the details of your hit and run claim in a free, initial consultation. We know how to assess the facts to help build strong cases for accident victims trying to pursue the full and fair amount of compensation they need for a healthy recovery. We aim to protect the rights of hit and run accident victims in Boca Raton and throughout the state of Florida (by appointment only) by helping them hold negligent parties liable for damages such as medical costs, loss of income from missing work, pain and suffering, and property losses.

July 16, 2021

How to Prove a Truck Driver Fell Asleep at the Wheel

by Frankl Kominsky Injury Lawyers

Falling asleep at the wheel can have devastating effects on injured victims and their families. The damages from serious trucking accidents caused by driver fatigue are comparable to that of a drunk driving crash.

Injury victims are often left with costly medical expenses, pain and suffering, lost wages from missing work, loss of consortium, and property damage. To pursue compensation for your damages you will need to prove the other driver was drowsy and caused the crash which led to your damages. Hiring an experienced attorney may be essential to build a strong case in your favor.

The distinguished attorneys at Frankl Kominsky Injury Lawyers have handled more than 6,000 cases and recovered more than $200,000,000 combined in successful verdicts and settlements on behalf of our past clientele. We handle injury cases of all kinds, including claims that involve trucking accidents. We offer free consultations to injury victims and there is no obligation to hire our firm for legal representation if you decide not to move forward.

July 14, 2021

Are Employers Liable for Serious Injuries in Florida?

by Frankl Kominsky Injury Lawyers

Although most employers in the United States generally take the necessary measures to keep workers safe, many employees in today’s workforce are still at risk for serious injury. Accidents happen and sometimes injury victims are left with high medical bills and lost income from missing work.

It is critical to understand your legal rights and how your employer may be held liable for your damages, such as lost wages, medical expenses, pain and suffering, and loss of consortium. Furthermore, if you lost a loved one in a workplace accident, surviving family members may be able to recover these funds, along with funeral and burial costs. Speaking to a qualified lawyer may be crucial to obtain the full and fair amount of compensation you may legally deserve.

The compassionate lawyers at the law office of Frankl Kominsky Injury Lawyers understand the struggles injury victims and their families face when bills pile up and you cannot return to work. This is why our team of legal professionals is available to answer your work injury questions in a no-cost, initial consultation.

July 12, 2021

What is the Difference Between a Serious Injury and Personal Injury?

by Frankl Kominsky Injury Lawyers

While a serious personal injury can be considered a personal injury, there can be some significant differences between a common personal injury and a serious personal injury. It is important to understand these differences, especially if you plan to seek financial compensation to cover your damages. Speaking to a licensed lawyer could help you understand your legal rights in pursuing the compensation you may need to pay for medical costs, lost wages from missing work, pain and suffering, and property damage.

At the law firm of Frankl and Kominsky, our distinguished lawyers are committed to protecting the legal rights of injury victims in the Miami area and throughout the state of Florida (by appointment only). We take on injury cases of all kinds, whether they include minor injuries to more serious cases with catastrophic injuries. Our attorneys have more than four decades of combined legal experience and know how to apply state and local laws, along with referring to past cases, to obtain the financial support injury victims need for a healthy recovery. Call our firm any time, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to schedule a no-cost, initial consultation.

Below, we discuss how Florida law interprets the meaning of a personal injury and how serious injuries can affect individuals, as well as their families. Knowing your rights to seek legal compensation could make a significant difference to the outcome of your recovery process and financial future.

July 9, 2021

Tips to Avoid Truck Accidents

by Frankl Kominsky Injury Lawyers

The need for trucks in the United States is not going away anytime soon. With more people shopping online than ever, the demand for truck shipments continues to increase rapidly. However, more trucks on the road means an increased likelihood for more dangerous trucking accidents.

Unfortunately, the repercussions from a serious truck crash could result in catastrophic injuries that can sometimes be fatal. Accident victims and their families are often left with insurmountable medical expenses, lost wages from missing work, pain and suffering, and property damage. Discussing your claim with a reputable lawyer may be what you need to know about all your legal options to explore.

If you or someone you care about was hurt in a trucking accident, financial compensation may be available to help cover the costs associated with the crash. However, hiring a lawyer who knows how to handle these types of cases can be crucial to pursue the full amount of compensation you may deserve.

July 7, 2021

Is There a Difference Between a Hit and Run and Leaving the Scene of an Accident?

by Frankl Kominsky Injury Lawyers

Serious hit and run accidents continue to occur in Florida and throughout the United States. Accident victims and their families are often left with devastating injuries and accumulating medical expenses for years to come. Drivers who leave the scene of an accident could face hefty fines and possible imprisonment.

While leaving the scene of a serious car crash is illegal in Florida, there are many other reasons why this violation has severe consequences. In the event of an accident, all able drivers are required to help any individual involved in a crash, even if the crash was caused by the other driver. Ignoring an injured individual could cause them to suffer more debilitating injuries that may have been prevented, had they received immediate help.

While the term “hit and run” may be considered more severe compared to “leaving the scene of an accident,” both terms are often used interchangeably. Read on to learn more about the similarities and differences between the two and how Florida law interprets this type of violation.