Personal Injury Blog

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 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 | Uncategorized

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

Gregg Hollander | March 7, 2016 | Defective Products

Reports of hoverboard injuries and fires continue to amass. New York and Boston have banned the devices from subways, buses, trains and stations. They are also banned on airlines. Recently, two children in Nashville almost died and their home burned to the ground in January… read more

Gregg Hollander | March 2, 2016 | Car Accidents

Distracted drivers are more than twice as likely to crash their vehicle. That’s according to a recent Virginia Tech study published in the journal Proceeding of the National Academy of Sciences. This was the first large-scale, crash-only analysis of naturalistic driving data to study this… read more

Gregg Hollander | February 21, 2016 | Car Accidents

A new study by national consumer group Consumer Federation of America revealed that drivers in Florida who rent – as opposed to own – a residence are charged 10 percent more for car insurance. In some places across the country, it’s even worse, with auto… read more

Gregg Hollander | July 27, 2015 | Uncategorized

Waivers of liability can be powerful defenses for businesses and individuals who have negligently acted and caused harm. However, just because a plaintiff has signed a waiver doesn’t necessarily mean there is no case. Although the Florida Supreme Court just this past year strengthened liability… read more

Gregg Hollander | July 23, 2014 | Personal Injury

If you have been injured, whether in a car accident or as a result of a work injury or from a dog bite, you can expect if you sue that the defense will likely request a compulsory medical exam. Sometimes referred to as an “independent”… read more

Gregg Hollander | September 17, 2013 | Car Accidents

Officials with the Allstate Insurance Company have recently released the 9th annual “Allstate America’s Best Drivers Report.”  Every year, officials with the insurance company release their findings on the safest places to drive in the U.S.  Officials look at claims and they look at the… read more

Gregg Hollander | April 10, 2013 | Personal Injury \ Trucking Accidents

One of our greatest dangers while traveling near tractor-trailers is the risk of underride. This is the problem we face in accidents with these big rigs — April 10, 2013

Gregg Hollander | July 6, 2012 | Personal Injury

A recent car accident in Boca Raton near Palmetto Park Road and Boca Rio Road left a woman in critical condition. According to the Palm Beach Sheriff’s Office, she was involved in an accident with one of their off duty officers. Officers report that she… read more