Glick Law Firm, P.A.

Truck accidents are typically the most catastrophic of all vehicle accidents that occur on our nation’s roadways. Due the sheer weight and volume of these trucks, a collision with a passenger vehicle, or worse, a motorcycle, can cause catastrophic injuries, even death.

If you are involved in a truck accident in Ft. Lauderdale or Boca Raton, Florida, it is absolutely imperative that you know your rights and be aware of the rules that truckers and trucking companies must abide by to keep our roads safe.

Truck companies and truckers are now often bound by something called Hours of Service (HOS). These regulations determine how many hours a trucker can safely drive his rig before needing to take a break. Typically, these records are kept by hand in the truck’s cab, but there has been a recent push to install Electronic On-Board Recorders in trucks so that drivers cannot falsify their driving time record.

Truck drivers are under a tremendous amount of pressure to meet deadlines and get their loads unloaded so they can accept the next assignment. For this reason, they often do not take enough breaks and are tired behind the wheel. Some drivers must even resort to taking amphetamines to make their deadlines.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a truck accident in central Florida, you need the Glick Law Firm, P.A. on your side to fight to get you the justice and compensation you deserve. Please contact our office today to schedule a confidential consultation.

If you have ever been involved in an automobile accident, even one with no serious injuries, you know the ordeal that follows a collision with damages can be a nightmare. Automobile accidents that result in serious injury or death are even more traumatic.

After you are involved in a vehicle collision, there are many things that can go wrong if you are not aware of your rights and the steps you should take immediately following the accident. If you have been involved in a car accident in the south Florida area, you need to get an experienced legal team on your side. That’s where the Glick Law Firm, P.A. comes in.

The Glick Law Firm has handled countless automobile accident cases and can minimize your stress and involvement in the process by taking your case and fighting to get you the compensation you deserve. Some of the complications that can arise include admitting fault, filling out paperwork incorrectly, accepting settlements from insurance companies prematurely, and not fully understanding the rights to which you are entitled.

If you have been in an automobile accident, you should first seek medical attention even if you feel you don’t have any injuries. Some injuries such as whiplash and brain injuries do not show symptoms at first but can be very serious nonetheless.

Your next step is to contact the Glick Law Firm, P.A. as soon as possible. Our automobile accident attorneys will fight to get you the justice you deserve. Please contact our office today to schedule your private consultation.

If you are ever in need of a personal injury lawyer, choosing one that is right for you is of the utmost importance. Not all are created equally, nor do they all practice the exact same kind of injury law. However, finding the right kind of personal injury lawyer shouldn’t be a difficult choice if you consider the following questions:

• Is the attorney licensed to practice in the jurisdiction or state where the injury occurred?
• Does the attorney have an intimate understanding of the laws of that state?
• Does the attorney have an AV rating in the Martindale-Hubbell publication?
• Is the attorney a member of the American Association of Justice (formerly the American Trial Lawyers Association)?

After you have determined your choice for a personal injury lawyer, the next questions to find answers to are:

• What kind of experienced does the attorney have with claims like yours?
• What is your attorney’s success rate in cases that are similar to yours?
• Does your attorney have past client references, and are they willing to share this information?

Finally, you should consider:

• Is there a 24-hour contact available in case of an emergency?
• Is there a number you can reach your attorney before or after business hours?
• How quickly does your attorney or someone from their staff typically return calls?

Remember that the best way to find a personal injury lawyer who will best represent you is to ask these questions and anything else that is relevant to your case. There are many other things that you may think of to ask during your initial claim evaluation.

If you are in need of a personal injury lawyer who will represent you to the best of their ability, please contact the experienced Glick Law Firm, P.A.

The fact is the rate of motorcycle accidents is increasing. Several factors come into why this is occurring, but due to this, statistical information will certainly show an increase in injuries and deaths due to injuries sustained in motorcycle accidents throughout the year. Statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (2006) show:

• 4,810 accident-related fatalities
• Roughly 88,000 accident-related injuries
• Fatality rate is 72%
• Motorcyclists are 35 times more likely to die than occupants of passenger cars
• Motorcyclists are eight times more likely to suffer injuries that occupants of passenger cars
• 51% of all motorcycles involved in fatal accidents were involved with another vehicle
• 25% of those involved in fatal accidents were not driving with a valid license

Furthermore, most of those injured or killed suffered head injuries. And the economic cost is staggering: $150 billion a year is lost due to these kinds of accidents. These are awe-inspiring statistics for a vehicle that makes up only three percent of all the vehicles on the road.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a motorcycle accident, please contact us for an initial consultation.

Perhaps you have noticed the number of motorcycles has increased on the roads lately. A couple of obvious reasons for this are that the weather has warmed up, and those with motorcycles are back on the roads after winter weather. Another reason is that rising gas prices have convinced many people that a motorcycle is a better choice than an SUV. Add to this that riding a motorcycle is a trendy thing to do, and the numbers increase even further. And with this increase in riders on the road, the number of motorcycle accidents has increased, too.

Many things cause motorcycle accidents, but some of the reasons that accidents are on the rise is that there are more inexperienced riders on the road. Just because it seems like a good idea to trade in your car or truck for a motorcycle does not mean that you can drive one like another type of vehicle. Take safety and training courses before you ride.

Florida is a destination for many tourists. This means that there will simply be more people on the roads. Motorcycles are small and fast, and are not necessarily going to be seen by a car that is trying to turn. Many riders are killed because the driver of the automobile simply didn’t see them coming.

Add to this the prevalence of riders under the influence of drugs or alcohol, and you have a very lethal combination of factors that lead to devastating accidents.

If you are going to ride a motorcycle, take the time to learn to drive it properly. And wear a helmet. Despite the fact that helmets save lives, many motorcyclists ignore this. Most of those killed in motorcycle accidents die from traumatic head and brain injuries. In Florida, wearing a helmet is not required for those over 21 if they have a minimum of $10,000 in medical insurance.

If you have been in a motorcycle accident, please contact us to set up an initial consultation.

Medical negligence is neglect of the expected standards of care. Health care professionals are required to adhere to accepted standards for their various professions – doctors, nurses, pharmacists, medical assistants, chiropractors, etc. The standards are learned during the person’s education years and are crucial for that person to do a good job.

Most medical professionals do a very good job, but occasionally there is carelessness, and medical malpractice occurs. Somebody is harmed and perhaps even dies as a result. Some of the ways this negligence happens are:

• Misdiagnosis
• Lack of a diagnosis when one should normally have been made
• Mistreatment of a diagnosed problem
• Mistakes in filling a prescription – wrong medication or wrong strength
• Labeling mistakes on medication bottles
• Failure to perform a caesarian section when one is plainly indicated
• Surgery done on the wrong person
• Surgery done on the wrong side of the body or wrong limb
• Violation of sterile technique
• Failure to seek a second opinion when obvious uncertainty exists in diagnosis or treatment options

Medical malpractice lawsuits are typically complex and time-consuming because medical knowledge is so vast and specialized. Much medical expertise must be obtained for studying medical records and testifying in court. Not all medical professionals are willing to testify against a co-worker.

So if you are wondering whether you have a valid medical malpractice claim, either for yourself or for a loved one, it is wise not to delay in consulting an experienced medical malpractice attorney. The statute of limitations is running, and much research and information-gathering will be necessary before any claim can be filed. Please contact us for a free consultation.

Children and the elderly are among the most vulnerable groups of people and need responsible and gentle care. When we place an aging relative in a nursing home, we expect them to be well cared for, with good medical supervision, good nutrition, interesting daily activities if possible, a comfortable bed, and all the things that we would provide for them ourselves.

Sometimes this is the case but not always. The elderly are not necessarily able to speak up about negligent care or active abuse – whether because of a stroke which has paralyzed them, Alzheimer’s which is gradually taking their alertness, or fear of retaliation. For that reason, it’s very important to visit your family member in the nursing home.

Make your visits irregular, unpredictable
That way, the staff will know you’re interested in your relative’s welfare but will not know when you might appear for a visit. That can help keep them attentive and on their toes. When you do visit, talk to some of the nurses or aides and ask how your relative is doing. Ask if there are any problems in caring for him or her. Try to create pleasant and communicative relations with the staff.

You can also check your loved one’s person and bed area for any signs of abuse or neglect, such as unexplained bruises, sores on the hips, buttocks or shoulders (which would indicate the person is not being turned in bed often enough), bad breath, weight loss, or unspoken fear. Nursing home abuse can take many forms.

Check that there’s a water jug and glass at the bedside, and that the jug is not empty. Thirst becomes less noticeable as we age, but it’s important not to become dehydrated, so someone may need to give regular drinks of water.

If you notice anything amiss and your loved one cannot give you any information about it, speak to the staff and administrator. If you feel that something is being hidden, by all means, contact us for a free consultation.