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The danger of side-impact car accidents
Nearly 25% of all passenger vehicle occupant deaths occur as a result of a side-impact car accident. In 2019, total fatalities were 5,187. Side impact car accidents, also known as t-bone collisions, are among the most dangerous types of car accidents because there is little protection on the side of vehicles. It wasn’t until …
Drive safe this Thanksgiving and Holiday Season 2021
The National Safety Council (NSC) predicts an estimated 515 people may be involved in a fatal car accident this Thanksgiving period. Thanksgiving Day is a time for families and friends to gather together, share a meal, and create fond memories. To reach their Thanksgiving destination, most Americans choose to travel by car, which places …
Second Annual Turkey Drive hosted by Long, Jean & Wechsler, P.A.
Everything you need to know about Long, Jean & Wechsler’s Turkey Drive! Location and time?First Baptist Church in Pompano Beach138 NE 1st St, Pompano Beach, FL 33060Click here for directions Day and time?November 23 at 11 am and will continue until every turkey is donated.*Limited quantities available. Please make sure to arrive early. LJW …
Common Car Accident Causes in Florida
Awareness is key. We aim to inform you what the most common car accident causes are in Florida in hopes that knowing can help you avoid a car accident in the Future. Distracted driving Running a red light or stop sign Teen drivers/ Elderly drivers Texting while driving Speeding Driving drunk or impaired Reckless and …
Common Car Accident Injuries
Car accidents hurt. They hurt you physically, financially, and they can also hurt you emotionally. According to the 2020 crash report, there were 341,399 car accidents reported in Florida, with 212,432 of them resulting in an injury and 3,332 were fatal. Our compassionate and caring car accident team is here to help you 24/7. Schedule …
Tesla Car Accidents
Tesla Car Accident Lawyers in South Florida Since being released, Tesla has gained a huge following base and has attracted many customers. Locally, Tesla recently opened a new dealership location and supercharger station both in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Teslas and safety In their vehicle safety report, Tesla states their vehicles are the “safest cars …
After a car accident, do I have to see a doctor even if I don’t feel injured?
After a car accident, you should always see a doctor as soon as possible, even if you do not believe you are injured. Symptoms of some serious car accident-related injuries may appear or may be noticed days or even weeks after the date of the accident. Seeking professional medical care as soon as possible can …
Should I hire a lawyer for my car accident even if I’m not at fault?
After a car accident, you are not legally required to speak with an attorney if you were not at fault. However, speaking with a car accident lawyer can help you maximize the compensation you are eligible for and ensure your interests are being protected. Speaking to a lawyer after a car accident is completely free, …
Common causes of recreational boating accidents
Recent years have led to a huge influx of people on the water, which increases the likelihood of a dangerous or potentially fatal boating accident occurring. In Florida, locals and tourists enjoy spending time on the water, making recreational boating a popular pastime activity for many. It’s important to remember you may be entitled to …
Construction site accidents due to maintenance negligence
General contractors at a construction job site are responsible for doing their due diligence to ensure proper maintenance procedures are being followed to ensure the job site is complying with all maintenance and safety codes. Common types of construction injury lawsuits and claimsIf you or someone you know was injured or killed on a construction site, …
Can you sue a mechanic or an auto repair shop for negligence that results in a car accident?
Auto Repair Shop Negligence When your vehicle requires repair or maintenance, you go to a mechanic for their expertise so they can identify the problem and fix it. However, if the mechanic is negligent when working on your vehicle and they perform faulty repairs or create additional problems, they can be held liable for their …
What should you do after a car accident? Advice from a car accident lawyer.
The number of total car accidents in Florida for 2020 was 341,331, according to the Florida Crash Dashboard. It’s important to take the right actions right after a car accident to ensure you are safe and legally protected. The sad truth is insurance companies are never on your side – regardless of what they tell you. …
Results matter. Choose the right attorney.
The LJW Difference Personal injury cases are personal to you. Your livelihood has been affected or has been completely taken away from you. When your quality of life has been negatively impacted due to the negligence of another party, nothing but results will bring you peace. Click here to schedule a free case evaluation or …
What does a criminal defense lawyer do?
Criminal defense lawyers work to reduce or dismiss any charges against you. Criminal defense lawyers defend individuals and organizations who have been accused of committing a crime by investigating the case to uncover every relevant detail that can help the defendant. Some criminal cases we handle include the following: Assault & Battery Criminal Defense Drug …
What are some factors that influence the worth of my personal injury case?
Let us worry about building a strong case for you. Our entire team is on your side and they will fight to get you maximum compensation for your pain and suffering. Sustaining an injury can wreak havoc on your life and make you feel helpless. When someone is involved in an accident, and they experience …
How Much Does it Cost to hire a Personal Injury Lawyer?
You pay absolutely nothing upfront. We get paid if we win – otherwise, your fees are 100% free. Hiring a personal injury lawyer is absolutely essential – especially if you’ve been a victim of a car accident, slip, and fall, truck accident, or boat accident. When going against an insurance company, you need an experienced attorney by …
Boating accident attorneys in Pompano Beach, FL
Florida has consistently ranked as the state with the highest boating accidents since 2015. Florida has more boating accidents and boating-related fatalities than any other state, according to the Coast Guard’s 2020 Recreational Boating Statistics Report. In their report, the Coast Guard marked Florida’s total number of boating accidents in 2020 to be 804, with …
Commercial Semi-Truck Accident Attorneys in Pompano Beach
In the 2019 Florida Traffic Crash Facts Annual Report, the Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles website reports light to heavy trucks accounted for 33 fatal vehicle accidents in Florida and another 157 crashes leading to the incapacitation of one or more individuals. When someone is injured in a commercial semi-truck accident or any vehicular …
How to choose a nursing home for your loved ones?
Choosing a nursing home for a loved one can be a tough decision to make. After you’ve chosen a nursing home is the best course of action for your loved one’s well-being and overall health, the next difficult decision is which nursing home would be best for them. This is not an easy task, and …
Is a property owner responsible for your slip and fall accident?
A slip and fall accident may result from a negligent property owner or manager who was aware a problem existed on their property but did nothing to correct it. Slip and fall accidents can have life-altering consequences, leaving you with expensive medical bills, long-term injuries, and you may even experience a loss of income as …
What Should You Look for in a Pompano Beach Personal Injury Lawyer?
If you’ve been seriously injured in a car accident or a slip and fall on someone else’s property or have otherwise been injured through someone else’s negligence, you probably know it’s important to talk with an experienced local personal injury lawyer. But, choosing a personal injury attorney can be overwhelming, especially if you don’t have much experience with lawyers …
Calculating the Settlement Value of a Whiplash Injury Claim in Florida
Often, people who have been injured in a car accident ask how much their case is worth. No attorney can provide a precise answer to that question in advance. However, an experienced car accident lawyer knows the factors that impact the value of a claim and can provide a general idea of the likely value of a …
What to Do if You Were in a Rear-End Collision With an Out-of-State Driver
According to the National Safety Council, rear-end collisions are the most common type of two-vehicle car accident, accounting for over 4 million crashes in 2018. A rear-end car accident occurs when a vehicle hits the back of the car in front of it. While rear-end car accidents are always challenging and stressful matters to deal with, the process …
How to File a Claim After a Slip and Fall Accident in a Pompano Beach Retail Store
When you’re injured in an accident, there is seemingly no end to the accompanying stress, pain and financial struggle. If the accident is a slip and fall in Florida, the hardship can be compounded by the complex nature of premises liability law in our state. Proving fault in a slip and fall can be tricky and, without …
Expert Tips for Negotiating With Insurance After a Car Accident in Pompano Beach
Pompano Beach may be among the most beautiful areas of an already beautiful state. That said, car accidents can happen anywhere, even in a place this attractive. If you’re ever injured in a Pompano Beach car accident, particularly one resulting from someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to compensation for the cost of medical treatment …
7 Most Common Florida Motorcycle Accident Causes
Florida motorcyclists need to be vigilant on the road. Since they don’t have the extra protection the metal frame a car or truck offers, if they’re involved in accidents, the odds of sustaining serious injuries are fairly high. Unfortunately, even when a Florida motorcyclist is responsible and aware of their surroundings, they can still be injured in …
Criminal Defense FAQ
Frequently Asked Criminal Defense Questions Facing criminal charges can be intimidating, frightening, and confusing. Often a criminal case can involve legal issues most people are not familiar with. If you or someone you know has been charged with a crime, seeking legal advice is always encouraged, as each case or situation can be different and …
Personal Injury Lawyer FAQ
Hundreds of thousands of personal injury claims are filed across the United States every year, accounting for millions of dollars in benefits for claimants. Florida is no stranger to personal injury claims, with countless car accidents, work-related injuries, and public liabilities claims being filed every day. Since personal injury claims cover such a broad spectrum of …
Motor Vehicle Accident FAQs
Being involved in a motor vehicle accident can be a traumatic experience. Every day, more than 1,000 car accidents take place on South Florida roads, leaving many drivers and passengers with questions about how to proceed after an accident. After a motor vehicle accident, dealing with insurance companies and the other parties involved can feel …
Workers’ Compensation FAQ
Workers’ compensation claims are fairly common. Last year, in Florida, over 48,000 workers’ compensation claims were submitted, accounting for $524,610,219. In 2018, the average workers’ claim received $17,984 on benefits. However, workers’ compensation can be a confusing and complicated claim to make. At LJW Legal, our workers’ compensation attorneys handle several claims each year. Throughout …
How Long Should I Wait to File a Claim After a Car Accident?
A car accident, no matter how minor, is a traumatic experience that leaves you shaken. Immediately after the accident, the shock may make it difficult to know what to do next. Often, the initial shock can mask serious injuries that seem like minor ones. Even if you think your injuries are minor, it is important …
Cause of Action in a Personal Injury Claim
Personal injury law is a type of tort law, which is the area of law that protects people from the negligence or harmful acts of others. The main goal of personal injury law is to make people whole after an injury caused by an accident or negligence. This generally means compensation for medical bills, lost …
How Many Slip and Fall Cases Go To Trial?
A slip and fall accident is truly a horrible experience. While any accident is unexpected, slip and falls seem to come out of nowhere. You are walking along and suddenly find yourself sprawled on the ground writhing in pain. Then you are saddled with medical bills, missing work and losing wages, and possibly your ability …
Slip & Fall Cases: What You Must Prove
Who is responsible if you are injured due to a slip or fall? Thousands of people are injured yearly in slip and fall accidents, through no fault of their own. If you or a loved one has tripped and fallen on a wet floor, a rough patch of ground, or defective stairs and been injured, …
How Much Do Personal Injury Lawyers Charge?
Once you’ve gotten over the shock of being injured in an accident, and you notice your medical bills piling up, you may decide to sue to get what you deserve. If you feel an insurance company is not offering enough compensation to cover the scope of your injuries, seek representation immediately. If you or a …
How Are Personal Injury Settlements Paid Out?
Being injured by another’s negligence is a frightening, confusing experience. The process of receiving compensation is often frustratingly long. To make sure you get the settlement amount you deserve, you need an aggressive personal injury lawyer fighting for your rights. At LJW Legal, we know how hard it is to recover from an injury caused …
What Is the Average Settlement for Slip & Fall Accident Injury in FL?
If you are injured in a slip and fall accident in Pompano Beach, Florida, you have four years from the date of the accident to file against the property owner or their insurance company. Contact LJW Legal right away and ask about a free case evaluation.
Suing Car Insurance Companies
If you or a loved one has been injured in a car accident, and are considering suing a car insurance company, contact a personal injury lawyer right away. LJW Legal will work tirelessly to get the settlement you deserve.
What to Look for in a Personal Injury Lawyer
When hiring a personal injury lawyer you want the best of the best. An attorney with a proven track record of success, a clean disciplinary background, who specializes in personal injury law. It’s crucial to have an attorney who will aggressively fight for your case in a court of law.
Most Common Types of Traffic Accidents in Pompano Beach
Many accidents are preventable. Just knowing how they are most likely to happen can help you avoid a Broward County car accident before it occurs. However, if you or a loved one has been injured in a traffic accident, call (954) 388-9841 for a free case evaluation today.
Pompano Beach Car Accident Attorney on What to Do After a Hit and Run
When you have been the victim of a hit and run accident, it’s essential that you seek legal representation as soon as possible to increase the chances of winning a successful court case. LJ Law group has experienced car accident attorneys who will aggressively fight for your case.
What to Expect From a Personal Injury Settlement
If you’ve suffered a personal injury and are involved in a settlement case, you probably have a lot of questions. There are a lot of variables when it comes to personal injury settlements and you should be prepared for what to expect. Here at LJW Legal our mission is to educate those who have filed …
Should You See a Doctor Immediately After a Car Accident?
If you’ve been in a motor vehicle collision, you’re probably wondering what to do after an accident and what doctor to see after a car accident. There are several crucial steps to take immediately following an accident to ensure that you have the best possible case when filing a personal injury claim. First and foremost, …
Tips to Prevent Holiday Injuries
The holidays are a time for joy and cheer, but should you suffer an injury, you may find yourself in need of a personal injury lawyer in Pompano Beach, Florida. Unfortunately, from November through mid-January is considered a high-risk time for injuries. These include car accidents, slips and falls, fires and burns, product defects, and …
How to Find a Pompano Beach Lawyer
Finding yourself in a situation where you need a lawyer can be scary and overwhelming. You may not know how to find a lawyer, or be wondering “where is there a lawyer near me?” Located right in Pompano Beach, Florida, LJ Law Group can help you navigate the legal system and will be there for …
States with Abnormally High DUI Statistics
Let’s take a closer look at the DUI statistics per state to see how they compare and find out the worst case for DUI convictions.
Holiday Safety Travel Tips
Nothing is more important than travel safety during the holiday season. The vast majority of travelers go by route of car. Follow these holiday travel safety tips for a smooth experience. If you are injured in a car accident, contact a personal injury lawyer in Pompano Beach.
What Are Mandatory Minimum Sentencing Laws?
Back in the 1970s and 1980s, the U.S. Congress and other state legislatures passed a set of laws that forced judges to penalize specific crimes, often related to drugs and sex, with fixed prison terms to those convicted. At that time, lawmakers believed these inflexible sentences would deter others from committing these crimes, particularly drug-related …
Top Crimes in Pompano Beach
Unfortunately, Pompano Beach, Florida is a city with high crime rates. Learn about the top crimes in Pompano Beach. If you find yourself the victim of a crime, contact us for a free case evaluation.
Notorious South Florida Crimes
From the 1920s to the late 2000s, famous crimes in South Florida have caused controversy, fear, and outrage within the community. Let’s explore South Florida’s most notorious crimes throughout the decades.
Back to School Rules of the Road
With school back in session, the roads are busier and delays and distractions are more common. When driving during peak school hours, it’s important to keep in mind the many elements that could affect your driving. Remember these key tips to keep yourself and others safe.
Why You Should Find a Law Firm That Does Criminal and Civil Cases
No matter your situation, when searching for a lawyer it’s important that you find a firm with both civil attorneys and criminal attorneys at the practice. Long & Jean Law Group in Pompano Beach, Florida is exactly this type of firm, which is part of what enables us to provide exceptional service and the best …
How to File for Bankruptcy?
Filing for bankruptcy is more common than most people think. In the first three months of 2019, the United States Bankruptcy Court for the Middle District of Florida received 6,406 cases, making it the third busiest bankruptcy court of the 90 federal districts in the nation. What is Bankruptcy? Bankruptcy is essentially a court proceeding. …
Incarceration Statistics in South Florida
Year after year, the United States surpasses much larger countries for having the highest incarceration rate in the world. Over the last forty years, the U.S. has seen a 500% increase in incarceration rates. The U.S. prison population has grown to such an extent, that it could be the equivalent of the population in one …
Boating Accident Statistics in Florida
Florida is home to beautiful crisp blue waters and endless sunny days, making the state one of the most sought-after destinations for recreational boating. While the number of registered vessels has decreased in the past decade, Florida is still home to over 900,000 recreational boats and over 30,000 commercial vessels. However, the vast number of …
How to Get a Restraining Order
If you are in an abusive relationship, or if at any point you feel your life or the life of a family member is in danger, you need to know you can take steps to protect yourself by filing a restraining order. A restraining order makes it a crime for the restrained person to come …
What to Do after an Accident?
A car accident is a very traumatic experience from every angle. No one is ever prepared for a car accident; in most cases, people don’t even know how to react or what to do after a car accident. However, the steps you take after a car accident are the key to the legal actions you …
How to Tell If a Loved One May be a Victim of Elder Abuse
Abuse can happen to anyone. However, our older adults are usually the most vulnerable to negligence, abuse, and exploitation. The number of elder abuse victims continues to increase year after year. In some instances, abuse can happen at nursing or assisted living facility, at a family member’s home, or even at the older person’s own …
Can You Claim Workers’ Compensation for Stress?
According to the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), 40 percent of workers reported that their job was very or extremely stressful. While in most cases stress related work is expected, it can have a significant physical impact on workers, leading to headaches, low energy, insomnia, and chest pain. Not to mention the …
The 8 Most Notorious Defective Products in Recent History [U.S. Edition]
As consumers, we like to believe the products that we use are safe. However, in 2017 alone, the National Electronic Injury Surveillance System (NEISS) reported 13,458,864 injuries associated with consumer products from the U.S. The report looked at defective products such as toys, recreational equipment, personal use items, general household appliances, and more. Unfortunately, many …
Car Accident Statistics in Pompano Beach
Pompano Beach is a blossoming city, with a population of 106,004 growing at a 1.21 percent rate. The average Pompano Beach household owns at least two cars and has a commuting time averaging at 24.3 minutes, and around 2.13 percent of the Pompano workforce have “super commutes” more than 90 minutes. With almost 73.3 percent …
What to Do After a Slip & Fall
After a slip and fall accident, victims often find themselves embarrassed, confused, and without a clear pathway for what to do next. The last report by the Florida Department of Health’s Injury Prevention Program accounted for 62,541 non-fatal, unintentional slip and fall accidents in the state, which generated over $3.6 billion in admission charges for …
How to Choose a Criminal Defense Attorney
If you or someone you know has been arrested or charged with a crime, talking to an attorney can give you the guidance and resources needed to proceed. Hiring a criminal defense attorney to help with your case, listen to your concerns, and provide proper advice on how to approach your legal responsibilities is paramount. …