Personal Injury Blog

Gregg Hollander | August 11, 2016 | Medical Malpractice

A liposuction surgery went horribly wrong, according to the husband of the patient who died less than a week after undergoing the knife. Now, the Idaho Supreme Court in Ballard v. Kerr has affirmed plaintiff’s nearly $4 million damage award, though the court did order… read more

Gregg Hollander | August 9, 2016 | Premise Liability

When a person alleges negligence on behalf of a professional person who was acting in the scope of employment at the time of the purported wrongful act, it may be necessary for the plaintiff to secure expert witness testimony. In these cases, a finding of… read more

Gregg Hollander | August 7, 2016 | Personal Injury

We trust that when we send our child to school, the teachers, administrators, coaches and other staff are going to do all they can to ensure the safety of our youth. In fact, they have a legal duty to do so.  When that does not… read more

Gregg Hollander | August 5, 2016 | News

The man at the helm in the deadliest hot air balloon crash in U.S. history reportedly had at least four drunk driving convictions and had reportedly done two stints in prison, according to public records.  Whether those facts had anything to do with the horrific… read more

Gregg Hollander | August 1, 2016 | Motorcycle Accidents

Even though a utility company placed its poles in a position that failed to abide U.S. Federal Highway Administration “Clear Zone” stipulations, and even though this failure was noted by the local government with which it contracted, the Ohio Supreme Court has declined to hold the company responsible… read more

Gregg Hollander | July 31, 2016 | Bicycle Accidents

Following an out-of-court settlement for nearly $7 million last year after a serious bicycle accident, the City of Mercer Island has reached a $7.25 million injury settlement after another bicycle accident. Plaintiffs in this case were a woman who was rendered quadriplegic in a bike… read more

Gregg Hollander | July 28, 2016 | Car Accidents

The Arizona Supreme Court recently ruled on the common law precedent of the original tortfeasor rule, which allows a person who is civilly liable to another for some injury may also be civilly liable for the negligence, mistake or lack of skill on the part… read more

Gregg Hollander | July 25, 2016 | Car Accidents

In the case of Etheringon v. Owners Insurance Co., the U.S. 10th Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a $2.25 million verdict against a car insurance company for engaging in bad faith during settlement of an underinsured motorist (UIM) case.  According to the complaint, the insurer… read more

Gregg Hollander | July 22, 2016 | Car Accidents

In early May, a fatal car accident on a Florida highway seemed like just one of the many tragedies that occur on our roads daily. The driver, a 40-year-old from Canton, Ohio operating a Tesla car in Williston, Florida, had crashed into a tractor-trailer while… read more

Gregg Hollander | July 19, 2016 | Slip and Fall

Sidewalks are constructed solely for the purpose of providing a safe space to travel on foot, out of the way of cars or other traffic. Unfortunately, many sidewalks are a threat in and of themselves. Specifically, they can be a fall risk if they are… read more

Gregg Hollander | July 16, 2016 | Nursing Home Neglect & Abuse

Florida insurance regulators recently revealed that two insurers have filed requests for sizable rate hikes – ranging from 20 percent up to 114 percent – in premiums for patients receiving long-term care. One of those, Metropolitan Life Insurance Company, has asked for a rate hike… read more

Gregg Hollander | July 14, 2016 | Premise Liability

Following a massacre at a nightclub in Orlando by an American security guard who claimed terrorist ties, Florida now has the dubious distinction of being the site of the largest modern-day mass shooting.  Investigators are still working to piece together what exactly happened and the… read more

Gregg Hollander | July 11, 2016 | Car Accidents

The family of Michael Waddle, 50, told The Palm Beach Post the former firefighter always insisted on kisses and hugs whenever someone left the home because, “You never know when you might see them last.”  It turned out to be wiser than perhaps he would… read more

Gregg Hollander | July 8, 2016 | Defective Products and Injuries to Children

Two major recalls have been issued involving products made by Swedish company IKEA, a leading global home furnishings provider with more than 300 stores globally. These recalls could prompt a flood of product liability lawsuits against the company, particularly given the fact that at least one… read more

Gregg Hollander | July 7, 2016 | Car Accidents

The purported negligence of an Orange County pizza delivery driver working for a franchise may cost the parent company as much as $9 million after a jury awarded a $10 million verdict to the plaintiff, the widow of a firefighter who died 15 months of… read more

Gregg Hollander | July 5, 2016 | Car Accidents and Vehicle Defects

Jurisdiction is a key issue for any personal injury lawsuit. If a certain court does not have jurisdiction, the case cannot proceed. It’s imperative to have a thorough understanding of whatever jurisdictional issues may arise prior to filing the case, as an error could result… read more

Gregg Hollander | July 2, 2016 | Injuries to Children

Disney theme parks have built a reputation as a carefree, family-friendly destination that is a dream come true for any child.  But recently, those dreams turned into a nightmare at the Orlando park when a 2-year-old boy was snatched by an alligator in a shallow lagoon near the resort where… read more

Gregg Hollander | June 30, 2016 | Medical Malpractice

“Retained surgical sponge” is the technical term used when a surgeon accidentally leaves a gauze-like sponge inside a patient after a surgical procedure.  It’s called a “never event” because it’s one of those things that is totally preventable and therefore never supposed to happen. And… read more

Gregg Hollander | June 27, 2016 | Premise Liability

One of the best things about living in Florida is enjoying the outdoors on your lanai, rooftop or stoop – yes, even in the summer time. Between Memorial Day and Labor Day, there are countless cookouts throughout the Sunshine State. Many homeowners look forward to these gatherings,… read more

Gregg Hollander | June 24, 2016 | Construction Accident

For the second time this year, the Florida Supreme Court has ruled that part of the state’s workers’ compensation system is unconstitutional.  This, however, came after the court declined to rule on a case that challenged the constitutionality of the entire system. In both cases it did… read more