- Personal Injury Attorney Ft. Lauderdale
Personal injury claims in Ft. Lauderdale If you have been injured in an accident, the first thing to take care of is your health. Make sure you see a medical professional to make sure your injuries are addressed. Once that is taken care of, you may want to consider filing a personal injury claim. Adam Franzen, of the Franzen Firm, is an experienced personal injury lawyer who knows the Florida laws on personal injuries. He can help you recover compensation for your injuries. However, since you are the one involved in the accidental injury, you will need to provide some information in order to proceed with the case: Evidence regarding the cause of the accident and what damage resulted from it. If you can take photographs that can depict this information, it would be very useful. Keep records of your medical bills, including doctor visits, hospital bills, lost work and wages. Names and contact information of any witnesses to the accident. Notes of any conversations with individuals who were involved in the accident. Notify the parties involved that you intend to file a personal injury lawsuit. Just because you notify people of your intent to file a lawsuit, […]
admin - October 20, 2016 - Bicycle Attorney Ft. Lauderdale
What to do if you are involved in a bicycle accident There are lots of bicyclists on the Florida roadways. The chance of a collision between a motorized vehicle and bicycle is not great, but when they do occur, they can be more devastating and injurious to the bicyclists, who does not have the advantage of having tons of steel surrounding and protecting him/her. Negotiations with the driver’s insurance company will always focus on which party was negligent, and to what degree. If the cyclist and the insurance company can agree on the question of negligence and the amount of damages, the case will be settled. If they cannot reach agreement, it will be necessary for the cyclist to prove that the driver was negligent in a court of law in order to recover compensation for the injuries received. What to do if you are involved in a car-on-bike accident It is always good to know ahead of time what to do in the event of a bicycle accident, especially one that involves a car or other motorized vehicle. Here are some tips to follow in the event you are involved in a bicycle collision: Always wait for the […]
admin - September 28, 2016 - Bicycle Injuries Attorney Ft. Lauderdale
Bicycling in Florida In Florida the bicycle is legally defined as a vehicle and the bicyclist is a driver. Bicyclists have the same rights to the roadways, and must obey the same traffic laws as the drivers of other vehicles. These laws include stopping for stop signs and red lights, riding with the flow of traffic, using lights at night, yielding the right-of-way when entering a roadway and yielding to pedestrians in crosswalks. There is only one road and it is up to bicyclists and motorists to treat each other with care and respect. Adherence to the law is the foundation for this respect, but the law itself is simply a codification of the rules of movement that make all road users predictable to one another. Tips to avoid accidents There are things that both automobile drivers and bicyclists can do to avoid accidents. Some are pretty common sense; others are simple reminders that you are not alone on the roads. 8 tips for automobile drivers: Avoiding an accident with a bicyclist: Drive at a speed that is safe for conditions. Slow down on wet or icy roads as you will need more time to come to a […]
admin - September 28, 2016 - Bike Attorney Ft. Lauderdale
Florida bike helmet law only applies to riders under 16 Bike riders of all ages should wear helmets to protect them from serious head injuries; however, the Florida statute covering bike regulations only requires riders to wear helmets if they are under the age of 16: s 316.2065 – Bicycle Regulations (3)(d) A bicycle rider or passenger who is under 16 years of age must wear a bicycle helmet that is properly fitted and is fastened securely upon the passenger’s head by a strap and that meets the federal safety standard for bicycle helmets, final rule, 16 C.F.R. part 1203. A helmet purchased before October 1, 2012, which meets the standards of the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z 90.4 Bicycle Helmet Standards), the standards of the Snell Memorial Foundation (1984 Standard for Protective Headgear for Use in Bicycling), or any other nationally recognized standards for bicycle helmets adopted by the department may continue to be worn by a bicycle rider or passenger until January 1, 2016. As used in this subsection, the term “passenger” includes a child who is riding in a trailer or semitrailer attached to a bicycle. (e) Law enforcement officers and school crossing guards may […]
admin - September 23, 2016 - Bicycle Accidents Even in the Olympics!
Olympian cyclists injured Day two of the Rio 2016 Olympics featured more records, historic achievements and high sporting drama. Sunday’s highlights included: S. swimmers win gold — Michael Phelps adds to record tally Novak Djokovic and the Williams sisters suffer shock defeats Dutch cyclist in hospital after crashing spectacularly while leading road race Chinese diver Wu Minxia makes history with fifth gold Netherlands’ Annemiek Van Vleuten crashed out of the Women’s road cycling race at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games. While Anna van der Breggen celebrated clinching gold in the women’s road race, the mood at the finish line was subdued after Annemiek van Vleuten crashed while leading the race with just 11 kilometers to go. On the same descent that left Italy’s Vincenzo Nibali with two broken collarbones just 24 hours earlier, Van Vleuten flew head-first over her handlebars and saw her hopes of a first Olympic title disappear. The Dutch cycling federation said in a statement Van Vleuten had been taken to a hospital and was being treated for a heavy concussion and three minor fractures in her spine. Bicycle injuries – they’re not only in the Olympics! While the Olympic bicycle races are certainly more intense than […]
admin - August 9, 2016 - Wrongful Death Ft. Lauderdale
Bicycle death attorney in Ft. Lauderdale Did you know that the state of Florida has the highest number of deaths from bicycle accidents of any state in the nation? It’s true, bicycle deaths occur at a rate of 0.57 per 100,000 people, more than double the nationwide rate of 0.23 per 100,000. And to compound this dismal news, Florida has barely made any progress on reducing the number of bicycle deaths—less than 10 percent. Only Wyoming had a poorer showing over the last three decades, compared to all other states. According to a CDC report titled “Bicyclist Deaths Associated with Motor Vehicle Traffic — United States, 1975–2012”, bicyclists die on U.S. roads at a rate double that of vehicle occupants, even though bicycle travel accounts for only about 1 percent of trips across all modes of transportation. The Sunshine State has long been the most lethal in the nation for bicyclists. The reasons why include: wide and fast roadways lack of safety education bad drivers under-equipped bicyclists yearlong riding weather lagging infrastructure and laws Bicyclists in Florida take a risk in the nation’s worst state for traveling by bike. Year after year, Florida is among the top states in bicycle […]
admin - August 4, 2016 - Wrongful Death Attorney Ft. Lauderdale
Wrongful Death Claims in Ft. Lauderdale Have you recently lost a loved one due to the negligence, carelessness, or recklessness of another person or business?You may be entitled to pursue a claim for damages against the responsible party under Florida law. These types of lawsuits are called wrongful death cases and are governed by the Florida Wrongful Death Act, Florida Statutes § 768.16 et seq., and other applicable laws. There is a four-step test to prove wrongdoing on the part of the defendant in these types of claims. This involves a showing of negligence that requires proof of a duty, breach of duty, damages, and causation. There may also be other factors that need to be proven, depending on the type of accident that led to the loved one’s death;, however, the four-step test is the key to determining any personal injury lawsuit, including wrongful death actions. Adam Franzen, of the Franzen Firm in Ft. Lauderdale, is experienced in these tests and can determine whether you have a case to proceed forward. Once negligence is established, the next step is to quantify the damages. These damages represent the amount of compensation due to the aggrieved party. In a wrongful death […]
admin - July 29, 2016 - Injury Attorney Ft. Lauderdale
Personal injury claims in Ft. Lauderdale Personal injury cases are legal claims brought by those who are alleging injuries from an accident due to the wrongful or negligent conduct of another person or entity. A viable personal injury claim involves proving that the other party had a legal duty to exercise reasonable care and the duty was breached. Typical types of personal injury actions include slip and fall incidents, medical or professional negligence or malpractice, product defect, toxic tort and auto accidents. If you’re filing an insurance claim or lawsuit over an accident or injury, you’ll need to be familiar with laws in your state that might affect your case. There are a few key Florida laws to keep in mind when it comes to personal injury. The Franzen Firm is completely knowledgeable in Florida laws concerning personal injury cases. What is the Discovery Process? Discovery is a pretrial procedure in which the parties request and disclose records, information, and documents related to the accident. Both parties can demand answers to interrogatories, which are a series of written questions. You must respond to the questions, or you can object to any that your attorney thinks are improper. Documents might also […]
admin - July 21, 2016 - Bicycle Attorney Ft. Lauderdale
Bicycle injuries can be very serious! If a bicyclist is involved in an accident on the roadway, he doesn’t have the buffer of the car or truck between him and the impact. That can result in more serious and traumatic injuries. If you’ve been involved in a bicycle accident in Ft. Lauderdale, you should contact Adam Franzen as soon as possible! He will make sure you are represented and you receive all the compensation you deserve! Millions of people bicycle safely on public roads. But many are scared away because motorists sometimes pass too closely, honk, or tell cyclists to get off the road. Though these behaviors are not the most common source of injuries to cyclists, they are unsafe and illegal. The traffic law says that drivers must pass at a safe distance. When a travel lane is not wide enough to share, safe bicyclists move to the middle of the lane to insure that motorists use the next lane over to pass or wait until it is safe. Motorists can help prevent crashes with cyclists by taking care to follow the rules on yielding and turning. Make sure to yield to cyclists when turning left or entering the […]
admin - July 21, 2016 - Wrongful Death Claims Ft. Lauderdale
Wrongful Death Attorney in Ft. Lauderdale The term “wrongful death” is a legal term which refers to a civil claim that is brought on behalf of someone whose death was caused due to another’s intentional, reckless or negligent conduct. Florida Statutes 786.16 – 786.26 outline the legislative intent behind Florida’s Wrongful Death Statue. Because a deceased party is incapable of bringing forth a claim, a wrongful death action allows for certain family members to filing a claim for damages against the party or parties that caused the loved one’s death. In the area of injury law, wrongful death actions are typically brought against companies, hospitals and other parties whose negligent conduct caused the death of a person owed a duty of care. Florida’s wrongful death statute has some intricate rules with numerous exclusions and exceptions. Many people grieving and suffering from the death of a loved one cannot recover anything in a Florida wrongful death lawsuit. That’s why hiring an experienced attorney, like Adam Franzen, to represent you in your wrongful death case is absolutely critical to getting the compensation you deserve. The Florida Wrongful Death Statute clearly describes what damages are available to the survivors of a wrongful decedent. […]
admin - July 8, 2016 - Injury Lawyer Ft. Lauderdale
Injury attorney in Ft. Lauderdale can help you get compensated. There are accidents that can cause injuries that are not the fault of anyone but the injured party. However, there are many that are caused by wrongful action or neglect by other parties, which deserve compensation for medical and other expenses resulting from them. The most common types of personal injury claims are: traffic accidents accidents at work tripping and slipping accidents assault claims accidents in the home or on a cruise ship product defect accidents (product liability) What to do after an accident or injury The first thing that you should always do after being injured in an accident is to look after your health. Get medical and/or emergency care and treatment. It’s important to note that if you do not seek medical treatment within fourteen (14) days of the accident, Personal Injury Protection (PIP) typically will not cover any of your medical bills. If you have suffered an “emergency medical condition or EMC,” PIP will generally pay 80% of your medical expenses and 60% of lost wages, subject to the limitations of the policy. If you have not suffered an emergency medical conditions are generally capped at $2,500. […]
admin - July 8, 2016 - Bicycle Lawyer Ft. Lauderdale
Bicyclist Rights Millions of people bicycle safely on public roads. But many are scared away because motorists sometimes pass too closely, honk, or tell cyclists to get off the road. Though these behaviors are not the most common source of injuries to cyclists, they are unsafe and illegal. The traffic law says that drivers must pass at a safe distance. When a travel lane is not wide enough to share, safe bicyclists move to the middle of the lane to insure that motorists use the next lane over to pass or wait until it is safe. Motorists can help prevent crashes with cyclists by taking care to follow the rules on yielding and turning. Make sure to yield to cyclists when turning left or entering the road from a side street, driveway, or parking lane. Merge completely to the far right edge of the road in advance of making a right turn. Wait for any bicyclist ahead to clear the intersection before you make a right turn — do not turn across the path of the cyclist. Even if there is a bike lane, you should merge into the bike lane before turning right. Cyclists, in turn, can make themselves […]
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Adam Franzen is a personal injury attorney specializing in bicycle injury cases for Fort Lauderdale and the entire state of Florida.
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