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Welcome to the Flaxman Law Group Blog, your go-to resource for legal insights, tips, and updates on personal injury law and related topics.

Our blog features articles written by our experienced attorneys, addressing various aspects of the legal process, recent case law, and practical advice for accident victims. We believe that knowledge is power, and our goal is to keep you informed and prepared. Dive into our articles, and don’t hesitate to contact us if you have questions or need legal assistance.

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Motorist Recklessness a Common Cause of Trucking Accidents

March 3, 2010
Trucking accidents cause 35, 000 deaths each year as well as serious injuries such as burns, brain injuries, amputations, spinal cord injuries, and other serious injuries. When a serious accident involving a truck takes place, there is often a great deal of focus on the driver. However, in many cases...Read More - Motorist Recklessness a Common Cause of Trucking Accidents
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Avoiding Hospital Mistakes When Recovering From A Car Accident

March 2, 2010
A car accident is often traumatic and usually requires at least a hospital visit. A more serious accident may require a longer hospital stay. As you recover from your injuries, you will want to give yourself every chance to recover fully and completely. Unfortunately, the rush to get to the...Read More - Avoiding Hospital Mistakes When Recovering From A Car Accident
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Burn Injuries

March 2, 2010
Although many people see burn injuries as mostly a cosmetic problem, burn injuries in fact cause about 300 000 fatalities worldwide and about 4000 fatalities in America each year. In the United States, burn injuries are the third cause of death by accident. Often, burn injuries become fatal when a...Read More - Burn Injuries
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Driver Fatigue is a Leading Cause of Trucking Accidents

March 1, 2010
Statistics from the Fatal Analysis Reporting System show that about 35, 000 fatal trucking accidents take place across the country. About 8% of these accidents involve large commercial trucks, such as rigs. In addition to the large death toll, there are also many trucking accidents that lead to serious injuries,...Read More - Driver Fatigue is a Leading Cause of Trucking Accidents
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Whiplash is One of the Most Common Car Accident Injuries

February 26, 2010
Many people who survive a car accident experience whiplash. Unfortunately, there are many challenges with this type of personal injury which prevents many patients from getting the help they need. One of the biggest challenges is that many people falsely assume that whiplash is not a serious or somehow not...Read More - Whiplash is One of the Most Common Car Accident Injuries
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Truck Accidents and Back Injuries

February 26, 2010
In trucking accidents, one of the most common types of non-fatal injuries sustained is the back injury. The violence of the collision between a truck and a passenger car usually causes the bodies of the car’s passengers and the truck’s driver to move very suddenly and violently, creating prime conditions...Read More - Truck Accidents and Back Injuries
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Helping Someone With a Personal Injury

February 25, 2010
Just about every American is indirectly affected by personal injury. You may have a co-worker with a spinal cord injury. Your brother may have sustained a burn injury after a car accident. The truth is, you likely know someone who has a personal injury and over your lifetime you will...Read More - Helping Someone With a Personal Injury
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Burn Injuries and Trucking Accidents

February 24, 2010
Trucking accidents cause over 80,000 non-fatal personal injuries each year. Some of these injuries include burn injuries, which are among the most difficult injuries to sustain. Burn injuries occur when a truck is carrying a flammable substance which ignites when the truck is in a collision. A truck may also...Read More - Burn Injuries and Trucking Accidents
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Emotional Issues and Personal Injury

February 23, 2010
Any sort of personal injury, whether caused by a trucking accident, boating accident, or some other incident, can have a wide-ranging impact on a person’s life. While serious or permanent injuries such as brain injuries and spinal cord injuries obviously take patients on a financial, physical, and emotional roller coaster...Read More - Emotional Issues and Personal Injury

Your Questions Answered

At Flaxman Law Group, we understand that navigating the legal landscape can raise many questions. Our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page is designed to provide you with clear, concise answers to the most common inquiries about personal injury law, our services, and the legal process.

Whether you’re curious about your rights following an accident, how to file a claim, or what to expect during your case, we’ve got you covered. We believe that informed clients are empowered clients. If you have additional questions or need personalized assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact us for a free consultation.

Who is Going to Pay to Fix My Car?

The insurance company for the at-fault driver or owner will pay to fix your car and also pay for a rental car. Many attorneys do not help their clients with their property damage after a car accident. We do! You never pay us any fees or costs for this service.

How Do I Pay My Attorney?

You do not pay any fees or costs unless we win your case.

How Long Will My Personal Injury Case Take?

Most cases are settled within 3-4 months.

How Do I Find a Doctor?

We work with a large network of top medical professionals in every specialty who are located close to your home or work throughout South Florida. We work with doctors who will come to your home to treat you if that is more convenient. Many doctors provide transportation to their office.

How Do I Pay for the Doctor?

If you are in an automobile accident, your Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage on your auto policy will pay your medical bills and lost wages up to $10,000. If you do not have PIP, you can still make a claim. If you have had a slip and fall or any other type of accident in Hollywood, Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Homestead or anywhere else in South Florida, our doctors will wait until the case is concluded and not ask for any money up front.

Why Am I Using My Insurance to Pay My Bills When I was not at Fault?

Because under Florida No Fault, your Personal Injury Protection coverage pays the first $10,000 of medical bills and lost wages regardless of who is at fault. You will not be penalized.

Will My Insurance Rates Go Up if I Use My Own Insurance?

Your insurance rates do not automatically go up just because you use your PIP insurance to pay your medical bills and lost wages.

How Do I Stay Informed About My Case?

Call Flaxman Law Group 24/7 from anywhere in South Florida. You will be able to speak with Charles Flaxman immediately or a member of our friendly, professional staff. We keep our phone lines staffed around the clock so you always get a live person when you call - not an answering service or machine. We speak English, Spanish, and Creole.

How Much is My Case Worth?

That depends on the extent of your injuries, the amount of your medical bills, your lost wages, and the results of your diagnostic studies. However, you can be sure that Miami, Homestead, Hollywood personal injury attorney Charles Flaxman will fight to get you the most money for your case.