Personal Injury

Gregg Hollander | November 17, 2023 | Personal Injury

Most personal injury claims include causation as a required legal element. That means you must prove causation to win. In these claims, no matter how serious the defendant’s misconduct, there is no liability if there is no causal link between the misconduct and the harm… read more

Gregg Hollander | October 10, 2023 | Personal Injury

If you’ve been injured in an accident, one of the most critical decisions you’ll make is choosing the right personal injury lawyer to represent your interests. This lawyer will be working with you throughout the case, championing your cause and supporting you through a vulnerable… read more

Gregg Hollander | August 18, 2023 | Personal Injury

A personal injury claim arises if you suffer a physical injury that Florida personal injury law holds someone else liable for. Typically, the liable party is either the at-fault party or their insurance carrier. “Lost wages” is just one component of the compensation you might… read more

Gregg Hollander | July 19, 2023 | Personal Injury

Falling and landing on your tailbone is a nearly universal human experience. These accidents occur suddenly and often hurt, but aside from some pain and bruising, landing on your tailbone usually does not result in permanent damage.  However, not every tailbone injury involves only bruising…. read more

Gregg Hollander | June 9, 2023 | Personal Injury

Car accidents and other personal injury incidents can cause numerous injuries, including fractured sternums. A fractured sternum can cause severe pain. It can also have long-term consequences that impact your ability to work and your quality of life.  Understanding the symptoms of a fractured sternum… read more

Gregg Hollander | May 25, 2023 | Personal Injury

A personal injury lawsuit is a legal action where you ask a court to award you compensation from the pocketbook of someone who you believe is responsible for an injury that you suffered. There are many steps to effectively filing a lawsuit in Florida, both… read more

Gregg Hollander | May 24, 2023 | Personal Injury

After an accident or injury in West Palm Beach, FL, victims can file a personal injury claim. The injury claim demands compensation for the person’s damages.  Filing a personal injury claim typically begins with an insurance claim with the at-fault party’s liability insurance carrier. However,… read more

Gregg Hollander | May 23, 2023 | Personal Injury

You have probably seen the phrase “free consultation” on billboards, TV commercials, and print advertisements for lawyers. But unless you have hired a lawyer, you might not know how these consultations work. These consultations give you and the injury lawyer time to discuss your situation…. read more

Gregg Hollander | April 15, 2023 | Personal Injury

Accidents can produce countless kinds of injuries, including injuries along the spinal cord, and more specifically, the spinal discs. Herniated discs in the cervical spine are some of the most common types of disc injuries. They cause significant pain and discomfort.  What Are Spinal Discs?… read more

Gregg Hollander | March 25, 2023 | Personal Injury

Private lawyers charge for the legal services they provide. You will see a wide variation in what they charge and when they get paid based on the type of case you have and the legal work you need. West Palm Beach personal injury lawyers understand… read more

Gregg Hollander | January 28, 2023 | Personal Injury

The assumption of risk is a legal doctrine used as an affirmative defense in personal injury cases. With assumption of risk, the defense tries to escape liability by shifting some or all of the blame for the injury onto the victim. However, the assumption of… read more

Gregg Hollander | December 1, 2022 | Personal Injury

When it comes to personal injury settlements, there are a lot of misconceptions out there. Many people in West Palm Beach believe settlements are always huge sums of money, while others believe the process is always long and drawn out.  Here’s a closer look at… read more

Gregg Hollander | November 10, 2022 | Personal Injury

There is no lower limit on the value of an injury claim (with a major exception being car accidents, which we will discuss in detail below). Theoretically, you could file a claim against someone for only $1.The real question is whether it is worth bothering… read more

Gregg Hollander | November 4, 2022 | Personal Injury

If you sustain injuries in a car accident or are injured due to the actions or inactions of another individual, you may be entitled to certain damages. These generally include economic and non-economic damages. Non-economic damages can include relief for pain and suffering, which includes… read more

Gregg Hollander | October 10, 2022 | Personal Injury

Bodily injury and personal injury may sound the same. However, these terms have very different meanings when discussing damages in a personal injury claim, such as a car accident claim. Personal injury is any injury sustained because of an accident or other instance. The injury… read more

Gregg Hollander | September 26, 2022 | Personal Injury

After a personal injury or accident, you probably want to receive your settlement check as soon as possible. However, the process of receiving a settlement check in West Palm Beach could take several weeks or months, depending on how long your case takes to resolve…. read more

Gregg Hollander | September 15, 2022 | Personal Injury

Losing a family member is heartbreaking. But, when the death is avoidable, the loss can be overwhelming. Florida’s Wrongful Death Act gives family members a legal cause of action to hold the party responsible for their loved one’s death financially liable for damages.  What Is… read more

Gregg Hollander | September 7, 2022 | Personal Injury

A pressure ulcer, also known as a decubitus ulcer or bedsore, is an injury to the skin and tissue beneath it. These injuries are common in areas of the body like the hips, ankles, and upper part of the buttocks near the tailbone. Some pressure… read more

Gregg Hollander | August 8, 2022 | Personal Injury

Bedsores can develop quickly or over time, and when left untreated, they may worsen and lead to further health complications.  If you or a loved one has suffered a bedsore due to someone’s negligence, you may have the opportunity to seek legal recourse. Discuss your… read more

Gregg Hollander | August 3, 2022 | Personal Injury

A personal injury settlement is a monetary amount that an injured person receives from a party that injured them. This settlement is meant to prevent a lawsuit from going to trial. If you have been injured and filed a personal injury claim, you may be… read more