What “Lost Traction” Could Mean in the Ambulance Rollover Near Melbourne

I saw a story today about an ambulance that lost traction on I-95 near Melbourne, drifted onto the shoulder, and rolled onto its side after the driver tried to correct it back onto the road. Three people, the driver and two passengers, went to the… read more

The Many Questions Surrounding the Motorcycle Crash on Southern Boulevard in West Palm Beach

A motorcyclist died early Saturday morning after a pickup truck pulled out of a parking lot on Southern Boulevard and swept a wide right turn across every lane of traffic. The motorcycle struck the truck’s left rear, and the rider was thrown into the oncoming… read more

The 4-Vehicle Crash on Northeast 163rd Street in Miami: What Happens When a Crash Involves More Than Two Cars

An elderly woman died and four other people were hospitalized after a four-vehicle crash in North Miami Beach on Friday morning, and even the basic facts took some sorting out. The headline calls it a four-vehicle crash. A few lines later, the report says there… read more

Fatal Hit-and-Run on West Atlantic Blvd. in Margate: What Running Can Do to a Wrongful Death Case

This one landed in my inbox early this morning. A pedestrian was crossing West Atlantic Boulevard last night in Margate when he was struck by a pickup truck and killed. The driver didn’t stop. He was found this morning in Hollywood and arrested on a… read more

The Tanker Truck Crash on Florida’s Turnpike at Bird Road Raises a Different Kind of Wrongful Death Question

A tanker truck driver died Thursday morning when their truck lost control on the Turnpike near Bird Road, overturned, and hit the concrete median. From what’s been reported, there’s no other vehicle involved. That detail changes the entire shape of what a case like this… read more

The Detail That Stands Out in the US-19 Crash in Tarpon Springs Isn’t the Injuries

Three people were hurt when a Hyundai and an SUV collided at Tarpon Avenue and US-19 early Tuesday morning. That much is a fairly ordinary crash report. The detail that actually caught my attention was this: investigators still haven’t identified who was driving the Hyundai,… read more

What a Hit-and-Run Actually Changes in the Lehigh Acres ATV Crash That Hurt a 16-Year-Old

A 16-year-old was seriously hurt after an ATV and a Chevy Cruze collided at Parkdale Boulevard and Homestead Road early Sunday morning, and the Chevy driver took off before anyone could get a name. Deputies are still looking for whoever that was and, hopefully, they… read more

Why the Bicycle Crash on 15th Street East in Bradenton Deserves a Closer Look

I’m sure many people have read this type of phrasing in a news report about a crash. A bicyclist allegedly “entered the path of” a southbound Honda CR-V on 15th Street East, early Saturday morning, and didn’t survive. That phrase shows up in almost every… read more

A Dodge Challenger, a Stop Sign, and a Hit-and-Run in West Little River

A colleague sent me this one over text last night, the surveillance footage already circulating before the news even had the driver’s name attached to it. A black Dodge Challenger runs a stop sign at Northwest 84th Street and Northwest 18th Avenue in West Little… read more

The July 4th Dania Beach BMW Crash and the Legal Questions a Fatal DUI Case Raises

I heard about the Dania Beach crash the same way most of South Florida did: through a news alert on my phone on the Fourth of July, right in the middle of the holiday. A BMW jumps the median on East Dania Beach Boulevard, hits… read more

The Southwest Eighth Street Head-On in West Miami-Dade: What Nobody Knows Yet

Here’s a crash that was shared with me recently: two people hurt in a head-on crash on Southwest Eighth Street near Southwest 157th Avenue. No names, no citations, no word yet on whose lane anyone was actually in when it happened. I get asked about… read more

Why Signing an Auto Settlement Release Could Ruin Your Medical Malpractice Case

Why Signing an Auto Settlement Release Could Ruin Your Medical Malpractice Case At Hollander Law Firm Personal Injury & Car Accident Lawyers, we explain why signing an auto settlement release could ruin your medical malpractice case by inadvertently waiving your right to pursue damages against… read more

What Is The Average Florida Medical Malpractice Settlement Amount?

It is almost impossible to overstate the harm that can be caused by medical negligence. When doctors act negligently, completely healthy people may be subjected to unnecessary and harmful medical treatments, or sick and injured people may not receive the lifesaving treatment they need. These… read more

What Is the Average Florida Auto Accident Settlement?

If you’ve been involved in a car accident, you’ll likely ask, what is the average Florida car accident settlement? The value of your claim is completely unique to you, relying heavily upon the specific details of your crash and your individual losses. How much compensation… read more

What Is the Average Florida Wrongful Death Settlement Amount?

Average Florida Wrongful Death Settlement Amounts Losing a loved one is a devastating experience, and navigating the legal and financial aftermath can be overwhelming. If you are pursuing a claim, you are likely wondering: what is the average Florida wrongful death settlement? Based on our… read more

What Is the Legal Difference Between Medical Malpractice and General Negligence?

When a severe injury occurs, understanding who is at fault and under what legal framework they can be held accountable, is crucial for seeking justice. Victims and their families often wonder: what is the legal difference between medical malpractice and general negligence? While both concepts… read more

Florida Medical Malpractice Pre Suit Requirements

TL;DR Filing a medical malpractice lawsuit in Florida is complex and highly regulated. Due to the sensitive nature of medical malpractice claims and their potential impact on healthcare professionals and institutions, Florida law has established a specific legal framework that must be followed before filing… read more

How to Find a Doctor’s Malpractice History in Florida

TL;DR When you or a loved one suffers a serious injury at the hands of a doctor, it can turn your world upside down. You put your trust in medical professionals to provide competent care, but when medical errors occur, the consequences can be devastating… read more

West Palm Beach Medical Malpractice Payouts vs Practitioner Disciplinary Action

A new data analysis of Florida state records from the 2024-2025 fiscal year has revealed a disturbing reality about how medical negligence is handled right here in West Palm Beach. Recent research by our team at Hollander Law Firm uncovered a staggering statistic tied to… read more

What Happens if You’re Hit by an Uninsured Driver in Florida?

Driving in the Sunshine State comes with a hidden risk that many residents and tourists don’t realize until it’s too late. While Florida offers beautiful scenic routes, it also has one of the highest rates of uninsured drivers in the nation. Recent data indicates that… read more