Personal Injury Blog

Gregg Hollander | August 31, 2021 | Pedestrian Accidents

WPTV reported that a 94-year-old Shirley Goldberg was struck by a bus in Boca Raton on August 18, 2021. Sadly, Ms. Goldberg died from her injuries after being taken to the Delray Beach Medical Center. The bus driver was not injured in the traffic accident. … read more

Gregg Hollander | August 11, 2021 | Car Accidents

Ideally, you will never be involved in a car accident. However, you can only control your own decisions behind the wheel. Someone else may cause your accident through careless driving. In fact, motor vehicle accidents in West Palm Beach are fairly common. You can prepare… read more

Gregg Hollander | July 22, 2021 | Negligence

Most personal injury cases are based on negligence claims. A person might be negligent if they failed to act with the same level of care that a reasonable person would have used in a similar situation. The “reasonable person” is used to judge what someone… read more

Gregg Hollander | July 16, 2021 | Car Accidents

In almost all cases, insurance will pay for the majority of medical bills after a car accident. But you and the driver that caused the car accident might also need to contribute to the cost. The amount will depend on the medical bills and the… read more

Gregg Hollander | July 15, 2021 | Car Accidents

Anyone can get into a car accident, including celebrities. Many celebrity car accidents produce minor injuries and go unnoticed by the public. But in some cases, car accidents claim the life of a celebrity and others involved in the accident. Celebrity car accidents, like many… read more

Gregg Hollander | July 6, 2021 | Car Accidents

Florida is a no-fault insurance state for automobile accidents. When you are involved car accident, you file a claim against your no-fault insurance policy. You can only sue another driver for damages in Florida if you sustained serious injuries because of the collision. How Does… read more

Gregg Hollander | June 30, 2021 | Florida Law

Yes, with very few exceptions, it is illegal to wear headphones while driving in Florida. If you wear headphones while driving, you could face criminal penalties for violating the law. Additionally, you could cause a distracted driving accident.  Florida may be a no-fault insurance state,… read more

Gregg Hollander | June 28, 2021 | Construction Accident

After the recent devastating collapse of a Surfside, Florida apartment building, people are searching for answers. Floridians and other U.S. citizens can generally expect facilities to adhere to building codes. The lack of answers makes this more tragic for those affected.  As of this writing,… read more

Gregg Hollander | June 22, 2021 | Medical Malpractice

Every medical malpractice claim is unique; each claim includes different facts and variables, from injuries to corrective treatments. But Florida does track and publish data from its insurance industry. This report discloses the total claim payments made by medical malpractice insurers. It also publishes the… read more

Gregg Hollander | June 16, 2021 | Brain Injuries

A brain injury can cause permanent cognitive, emotional, and physical impairments. Prompt medical treatment is essential after a head injury or any accident that could result in injury to the brain. Knowing the symptoms of a brain injury can help you know when to seek… read more

Gregg Hollander | June 9, 2021 | Medical Malpractice

When patients experience negative outcomes due to insufficient or neglectful medical care, they may want to sue for damages. Under Florida state law, there are many factors that determine whether a patient can sue a doctor for negligence.  For example, your ability to initiate a… read more

Gregg Hollander | June 7, 2021 | Motorcycle Accidents

Thousands of riders are killed and injured in motorcycle crashes each year. Motorcycle accidents often involve human error and negligence.  Riders may not be able to prevent all accidents, but they can reduce their risk of injury by wearing motorcycle helmets, gloves, and other protective… read more

Gregg Hollander | June 2, 2021 | Car Accidents

Florida law requires that drivers stop when they are involved in a traffic accident. Moreover, drivers must report car accidents that cause a person’s death, bodily injury, or $500 or more of property damage.  The easiest way to report a car crash in Florida is… read more

Gregg Hollander | May 14, 2021 | Personal Injury

Catastrophic injuries are physical injuries that have an increased risk of resulting in permanent impairments or disabilities. These injuries are traumatic and may be life-threatening. A catastrophic injury can have a substantial impact on a person’s ability to perform daily activities. In most cases, catastrophic… read more

Gregg Hollander | May 4, 2021 | Medical Malpractice

When a doctor causes harm or injury to a patient, the patient may experience physical pain and suffering. The patient may also incur financial losses because of medical malpractice, such as medical bills and lost wages. In some cases, a patient could sustain a permanent… read more

Gregg Hollander | April 14, 2021 | Medical Malpractice

When you give your consent for medical treatment, there are always risks of errors and mistakes. Just visiting your family physician for a routine yearly examination has risks. Your doctor could misdiagnose cancer or fail to order diagnostic tests because he overlooked symptoms. In some… read more

Gregg Hollander | April 7, 2021 | Florida Law

Child booster seat/restraint laws, though decided at the state level, are fairly uniform throughout the country. With few exceptions, most states have passed and implemented laws requiring children five years of age and under to use a booster seat when traveling in a vehicle. The… read more

Gregg Hollander | April 6, 2021 | Car Accidents

Hit-and-run accidents plague Florida. According to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles, about 600,000 hit-and-run crashes occurred in Florida between 2015 and 2020. In recent years, Florida has averaged over 100,000 hit-and-run car accidents every year. These accidents became such a problem… read more

Gregg Hollander | February 18, 2021 | Truck Accidents

Here are some things you should know about the MCS-90 endorsement and how it can affect a claim after a truck accident. Liability Insurance for Trucking Companies Like car owners, trucking companies must have liability insurance. Liability insurance pays claims for bodily injury and property… read more

Gregg Hollander | February 15, 2021 | Car Accidents

Car accidents occur all too frequently. In the U.S., a car accident occurs roughly every five seconds. Many of these accidents are fender benders that result in no injuries. But about 3 million people are injured in car accidents every year. Pregnancy can contribute to… read more