Personal Injury Blog

Gregg Hollander | August 9, 2022 | Defective Products and Injuries to Children

Drowning is a leading cause of injury-related death for children. Over one-half of the drowning deaths for children four years old and younger occurred in swimming pools.  The most recent data from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (USCPSC) states that an average of 389… 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 | Car Accidents

Car accidents can cause plenty of physical injuries, such as fractures or whiplash injuries. However, some of the longest-lasting injuries may be mental in nature, such as anxiety at the thought of driving again or remembering the traumatic accident.  If you were hurt in a… 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

Gregg Hollander | July 7, 2022 | Medical Malpractice

Healthcare providers owe their patients a duty to provide adequate care. If they fail to uphold this duty, Florida law allows injured patients to file a medical malpractice claim to seek compensation for the harm they have suffered. However, suing a doctor for malpractice is… read more

Gregg Hollander | June 21, 2022 | Car Accidents

After a car accident, you need resources to help deal with the losses impacting your life. Insurance companies are there to compensate you for your damages, but their goal is to minimize or deny claims when possible. If you hire a car accident lawyer, you… read more

Gregg Hollander | June 14, 2022 | Car Accidents

Parking lot accidents can raise two questions for those involved. Who caused the accident, and who bears liability for the accident? If your car was hit in a parking lot while you were away, you first need to identify who hit your car. And whether… read more

Gregg Hollander | June 13, 2022 | Nursing Home Neglect & Abuse

Nursing home neglect and abuse are more common than many families realize. They trust a facility will take care of their loved ones. Unfortunately, that trust is often misplaced. Information from the Department of Justice states that one in ten adults 65 years and older… read more

Gregg Hollander | June 7, 2022 | Personal Injury

Most people know that a concussion usually occurs after a head injury. What many people don’t realize is that hitting your head isn’t the only way to end up with a concussion.  A concussion impacts each person differently. Knowing the signs of a concussion can… read more

Gregg Hollander | June 2, 2022 | Medical Malpractice

It is almost impossible to overstate the harm that can be caused by medical malpractice. When doctors act negligently, completely healthy people may be subjected to unnecessary and harmful medical treatments, or sick and injured people may not receive the lifesaving treatment they need.  These… read more

Gregg Hollander | May 25, 2022 | Car Accidents

Every state has a statute of limitations. These statutes set the deadlines for filing a lawsuit in that state. The statutes usually set different deadlines based on the type of claim. Thus, Florida sets a deadline of five years to file a lawsuit for breach… read more

Gregg Hollander | May 24, 2022 | Car Accidents

After a car accident, you and your vehicle may not be at your best. But you probably have obligations to your family, friends, and employer that will push you to drive again. Read on to learn some of the warning signs that you or your… read more

Gregg Hollander | May 21, 2022 | Personal Injury

You can recover compensation for damages caused by an accident or personal injury caused by another party. That party may be liable for your financial losses and other damages. Most personal injury claims settle through negotiations with the party’s insurance company. Many injured victims have… read more

Gregg Hollander | May 20, 2022 | Car Accidents

When you think of a car accident, you probably picture two cars hitting each other. While this accurately depicts the majority of accidents, it doesn’t represent all of them.  Another common type of accident is one where road debris damages a car. This can result… read more

Gregg Hollander | May 12, 2022 | Medical Malpractice

Infiltration is not a common complication of an intravenous (IV) line. It can cause a range of symptoms, from irritation to tissue death, when it happens. IV infiltration could entitle you to damages for medical malpractice. These damages would cover your medical expenses to treat… read more

Gregg Hollander | May 6, 2022 | Car Accidents

After a car accident in Fort Lauderdale, you might require several types of medical treatment for your injuries. For example, a broken bone might require surgery and physical therapy. A neck injury may require a neck brace and physical therapy. Physical therapy is a common… read more

Gregg Hollander | May 2, 2022 | Medical Malpractice \ Wrongful death

A patient may die due to a doctor’s malpractice. In that case, their family might have the right to file a wrongful death claim. However, medical malpractice does not always result in wrongful death.  Medical malpractice and wrongful death are two separate legal causes of… read more

Gregg Hollander | April 26, 2022 | Car Accidents

Your priorities after a car accident should include seeking medical treatment for you and the occupants in your vehicle. If you need emergency care, call 911 and ask for paramedics. If you can drive yourself from the accident scene, you should visit the emergency room,… read more

Gregg Hollander | April 22, 2022 | Personal Injury

Many West Palm Beach personal injury attorneys offer free consultations. This is a great way for a prospective client to ask basic questions about taking legal action after a personal injury.  There are many benefits to taking advantage of a free consultation offered by a… read more

Gregg Hollander | April 11, 2022 | Medical Malpractice

Sustaining an injury to your spine is not just painful; it can impact every aspect of your daily life. Seemingly simple tasks like bending down to put your shoes on can become excruciating.  If a back injury is misdiagnosed or treated the wrong way, you… read more