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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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How Businesses Can Avoid Product Liability Issues

January 12, 2009
The entrepreneurial spirit is alive and well in Florida. Despite the economy, many business people continue to manufacture and sell consume products and start their own businesses. Unfortunately, in tough times especially, reducing product liability risks is essential to avoid lawsuits related to personal injuries suffered by customers. Here’s how:...Read More - How Businesses Can Avoid Product Liability Issues
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Choosing a Smarter Smoke Alarm

January 9, 2009
Smoke detectors prevent burn injuries, smoke inhalation, fire fatalities, and other personal injuries related to fire because they alert house inhabitants that a fire has started. Smoke alarms give victims a warning system so that they can safely escape a burning building, but not all smoke detectors are built the...Read More - Choosing a Smarter Smoke Alarm
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Understanding Florida Auto Insurance Laws

January 9, 2009
Florida is a no-fault state when it comes to insurance. This means that your coverage is no-fault in the state when it comes to bodily injuries. If you are in an accident, each injured party pays their own medical bills and any bills related to personal injury, no matter who...Read More - Understanding Florida Auto Insurance Laws
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Post-Traumatic Stress Common After Personal Injury, Study Finds

January 7, 2009
A new study by the University of Washington, the Harborview Injury Prevention and Research Center, and the John Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health has found that traumatic personal injuries in many leads to post-traumatic stress disorder or depression. Researchers found that one year after a serious injury such as...Read More - Post-Traumatic Stress Common After Personal Injury, Study Finds
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Waterway Car Accidents Are Frightening – Do You Know What to Do?

January 7, 2009
South Florida has many ponds, lakes, canals and waterways. While these provide natural habitats for animals and are a lovely scenic feature of the region, they can also pose a serious additional danger in the event of a car accident. Car accidents that end with vehicles submerged in water are...Read More - Waterway Car Accidents Are Frightening – Do You Know What to Do?
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Florida Parents: What to Know About Personal Injury Lawsuits

January 5, 2009
Many schools and even local after-school programs have been sending release forms home with children for years. The release forms were mandatory for a child to participate in a specific activity and essentially was a promise that the parent would not sue if the child suffered a personal injury as...Read More - Florida Parents: What to Know About Personal Injury Lawsuits
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Many Serious Car Accidents in Florida Involve Motorcycles

January 5, 2009
Florida policymakers have passed legislation to prevent and stop "stunt biking," the trend of motorcyclists who perform dangerous and often reckless maneuvers with their motorcycles while out on public roads and even in traffic. Speed racers in Florida have become dangers experts say, weaving in and out of traffic, doing...Read More - Many Serious Car Accidents in Florida Involve Motorcycles
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Holiday Guests Arriving? Review Premises Liability Risks

December 22, 2008
Now that the holiday season is here, most homeowners can expect more traffic in front of their home. Guests and family may be arriving for festivities. Delivery personnel may be arriving with packages of gifts. Carollers may be present in some communities and in some cases charities send out door-to-door...Read More - Holiday Guests Arriving? Review Premises Liability Risks
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Hit-and-Run Accidents & Uninsured Drivers in Florida

December 19, 2008
In 2008, Marion County has seen an increase in hit-and-run car accidents resulting in fatalities. Many of these crimes remain unsolved, according to authorities. In 2007, there was a small number of hit-and-run car accidents in the area, none resulting in deaths. This year, there have been six fatal hit-and-run...Read More - Hit-and-Run Accidents & Uninsured Drivers in Florida

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.