Chalik & Chalik Injury Lawyers advocates for claimants injured by Philips CPAP machines FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA, JANUARY XX, 2022––Since 1995, Chalik & Chalik Injury Lawyers has advocated for claimants injured due to negligence. Now, it has a new mission: to recover compensation for people injured by Philips CPAP machines. In June 2021, the U.S. Food…
The purpose of the courts is to interpret the laws and make judgments in cases. Lawyers must pay attention to the latest laws so that they can defend their clients in line with the law. On this part of our site, we talk about changes to Florida law that affect personal injury cases. We also post news articles related to injuries of an unusual nature that aren’t covered by the other categories.
While it is possible to represent yourself in a civil case, it is always a better idea to have someone else representing you. While a lawyer is on your side, they are also emotionally distant from the situation. Personal injury cases can involve pain and suffering that cloud the mind and make it difficult to mount a good offense in the courtroom.
Plus, there are legal intricacies that must be followed to ensure your case goes smoothly. If you fail to file the right paperwork or do it in time, you can jeopardize your case or your settlement. In most cases, the cost of a lawyer will pay for itself.
Most personal injury lawyer work on something called contingency. This means that they do not get paid unless you win your case. If you do win, then they take a certain percentage of the final settlement. Depending on the lawyer, there may be other fees involved like filing fees. That’s why it is crucial when you talk to one to understand their payment system so you know whether or not you can afford their services. Most personal lawyers will work with you so you can afford their services.
If you’ve been injured in the state of Florida and you need personal injury representation, do not make your choice until you’ve talked with the experienced team at Chalik Law.
Vanessa Bryant Agrees to Settle in Case Against Helicopter Company
Vanessa Bryant, the widow of NBA legend, Kobe Bryant along with the families of seven others who died in a fatal crash in 2020, have agreed to settle their lawsuit against Island Express Helicopters, Inc., the pilot’s estate, and another company has also agreed to settle the suit. The Florida News-Times reports that the settlement…
Names Of Victims In The News Are Withheld In Compliance With Marsy’s Law
The State of California passed the Victims’ Bill of Rights Act in 2008. Also known as Marsy’s Law, the legislation grants protections against the release of the names of victims involved in certain crimes. This was done, in part, to protect the victims of crimes and their families from retribution by other parties. However, it…
17-Year-Old Teenager Was Critically Injured in a Skateboarding Accident
Skateboarding can be a challenging, fun, and rewarding sport. It is especially popular among young children and teenagers, but parents should know that the sport is not without risk. Researchers report that after analyzing data collected over the two decades, they discovered that 64,500 children and teens were treated in emergency rooms for injuries related…
Car Insurance Rates Are Rising in States Like Florida
Florida is like many states in that it requires drivers to carry a certain amount of insurance. However, because Florida is a no-fault state, the requirements are vastly different from states that are at-fault states. For example, because drivers are required to have personal injury protection (PIP) insurance, they are not required to carry bodily…
Legislation That Would Reform Florida’s Auto Insurance Laws Is Stalled
Florida is one of the few states that does not require drivers to carry liability insurance that would force at-fault drivers to pay for serious injuries or death. Instead, Florida is currently a no-fault state. This means that a driver must carry a type of insurance called personal injury protection. They must turn to this…
Florida’s No-Fault Bill Stalled in the Senate
Florida is one of twelve states that have no-fault accident laws. A no-fault state requires that drivers carry a certain amount of personal protection insurance. People who are injured in an auto accident must first seek compensation from their personal injury protection policies. If the medical bills and other damages amount to more than the…
Florida’s No-Fault Law May Be Repealed
When it comes to car insurance, most states fall under one of two categories. Twelve states are what are called “no-fault” states, including the state of Florida. The other states are tort states, which means that the injured party can sue the at-fault driver. Unfortunately, in no-fault states, the injured party must carry insurance coverage…
Fifth Worker Dies in Orlando I-4 Construction Site
The construction industry is one of the most dangerous to work in. Out of every 5,000 private industry worker fatalities, construction accidents account for 20%. In the construction industry, there are accidents that are defined as the “fatal four.” These are falls, being struck by an object, electrocution and being caught in something or between…
New Distracted Driving Laws Are Now in Effect
According to the insurance website The Zebra, who surveyed 2,000 Americans, they found that distracted driving is a problem. 37% of those surveyed aged 18 to 34 said that they felt a high degree of pressure to respond to work-related messages while driving. One in three females admitted to taking photos while driving. Distracted driving…
Small Plane Crashes Near Mulberry During Flight Instruction Lesson
Most of the public at large is only made aware of commercial plane crashes. However, these are not the majority of plane crashes. According to figures from the National Transportation Safety Board, an overwhelming 97% of aviation fatalities occur in general aviation. Approximately 5 small plane crashes occur daily across the United States, resulting in…
Ferris Wheel Closes After Two Were Injured
News 4 Jax reports that the Ferris Wheel ride at a fair will remain closed after two people were injured on the ride. A Ferris wheel located at a fair in Pennsylvania will remain closed after two people fell from the ride on Friday evening. At about 8 p.m., one person fell from the car…
Jet Ski Crash in St. Johns County Injures Three
Florida jet ski accidents are more common than one might think. According to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission, who oversees boating, in 2011, there was $316,856 in damages from jet skis. Monroe county led the state in accidents, showing that one out of every seventy-nine registered jet skis was in an accident. While many…
Very Few Students Using Helmets With Electric Scooters
The Independent Florida Alligator reports that a study done at the University of Florida shows that only 12% of students who use scooters wear helmets. Megan Johnson, a 22-year-old graduate student studying health administration at the UF said that a study conducted by the UF Neuromedicine Interdisciplinary Clinical and Academic Program revealed that only 12%…
Gas Explosion In Florida Injures 21 People
Most homes and businesses use natural gas or propane on a daily business for heating and cooking. Gas explosions typically cause heavy damage and loss of life as well as injury. A gas explosion occurs when a natural gas leak that comes into contact with a spark or a flame. Natural gas, methane, propane, and…
Don’t Use Gunfire To Celebrate During Fireworks
While many people celebrate the Fourth of July by going and seeing professional fireworks displays or shooting off their own fireworks at home, some celebrate in a much more dangerous way. They discharge firearms into the air. While many consider celebratory gunfire harmless, it is actually more likely to be fatal than a typical shooting….
Just How Often Do People Get Injured In America?
According to the National Safety Council, accidental injury is the third leading cause of death in the United States. Every second, someone is accidentally injured, and someone is killed every three minutes by accidents that are preventable. This includes all car accidents, drug overdoses, falls, and drownings. Not all accidents can be prevented, but taking…
Bridge Collapse Findings Outrage Designers
The engineers and designers of a bridge have been speaking out against the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) findings that engineers should have been aware that the bridge was going to collapse. The Florida International University pedestrian bridge was supposed to allow college students to cross a busy roadway safely. FIGG Bridge Engineers are…
Railroad Related Accidents High in Florida
According to data from the Federal Railroad Administration, 2018 saw a total of 2,873 accidents, resulting in 169 fatalities. So far for 2019, there have been 2,718 accidents resulting in 208 fatalities. It would seem that accidents involving trains are on the rise by taking a look at these numbers alone. A great majority of…
Mid-Air Collision Near Green Cove Springs Kills Pilot
While many people undertake and receive their pilot’s license, allowing them to fly small planes, they may be unaware of the dangers associated with private planes. General aviation, which is defined as all domestic civilian flights except commercial trips, has become safer since the 1970s. However, it still remains much more dangerous than a commercial…