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Being Trapped in Your Car in a Hollywood Car Accident

Published on: April 12, 2024 | By Flaxman Law Group

Being in a car accident is scary enough, but it’s even more terrifying if you’re trapped in your car. This situation becomes more dangerous for you by the second, especially if your car is filling with smoke, water, or dangerous fumes, or you can’t get clear of the vehicle and call for help.

At Flaxman Law Group, we’ve worked with clients who have been in serious car accidents—including Hollywood and Miami car crashes where our clients had to be rescued from their cars. In these situations, our goal is to seek fair compensation to help our clients pay for medical care and other bills and to get compensation for their pain and suffering. If you’ve been in a serious car accident anywhere in South Florida, contact Flaxman Law Group for a free consultation.

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Protecting Children in Hollywood Car Accidents

Published on: February 9, 2024 | By Flaxman Law Group

Children are ferried about by car from a young age. In Hollywood and across Florida, it’s how most children get to school, doctor’s appointments, activities, and everywhere else. Being a passenger in a car is also the most dangerous part of a child’s typical day.

Each year, some children in Florida find their futures permanently changed by a serious crash. Even with airbags and other safety features, cars still pose a serious risk for children. Children can crash into the back seat, can be thrown around, and can be seriously injured in any car accident. Young children may not know to cover their heads or to brace themselves in a collision, which can cause serious damage.

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Fires and Hollywood Car Accidents

Published on: January 17, 2024 | By Flaxman Law Group

In most Hollywood car accidents, the impact of the crash is devastating enough, potentially leading to fractures, head trauma, and other serious injuries. In cases where a car catches fire in a collision, however, the situation can escalate into a serious tragedy.

In these cases, cars are not supposed to catch fire. A fire after your crash can indicate electrical system problems or fuel system defects. If that’s the case in your Hollywood car accident, you may have a claim against the car manufacturer. If you’re in this situation, contact Flaxman Law Group to find out more about your rights to compensation.

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Hollywood Car Accidents and the Risks to Pregnant Women

Published on: December 6, 2023 | By Flaxman Law Group

Anyone can be seriously injured in a car accident, but the stakes are much higher for pregnant women. If you’re a pregnant woman who has suffered a serious injury in a Hollywood car crash, you can contact Flaxman Law Group for a free accident consultation. Let our family-based legal team review your situation and explain whether you have a claim.

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How to Protect Yourself from Water-Related Crashes in Florida

Published on: October 27, 2023 | By Flaxman Law Group

Florida is surrounded by water, with close to 1,700 rivers and streams, over 30,000 lakes, and about 1,350 miles of coastline. All that water creates stunning sunset views and lots of opportunities for boating, fishing, swimming, and more. Unfortunately, it can also pose a risk for drivers, especially with the more than 54 inches of rain falling in the state, on average.

The legal team at Flaxman Law Group has worked with many car accident survivors who have been injured because of flooding and water-related car crashes. Our team has recovered over $100 million for these and other survivors and if you’re injured we invite you to contact our Miami, Hollywood, or Homestead offices for a free accident consultation. We can talk about ways you can seek fair compensation for your injuries.

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Choosing Restraint Systems for Larger Children

Published on: September 8, 2023 | By Flaxman Law Group

Child safety is paramount, especially when it comes to car travel. Safety restraint systems are crucial to ensuring children are protected in the event of a car accident. These systems are also the law in Florida.

At Flaxman Law Group, we’ve worked with many families who have been devastated because their child has been injured in a traffic accident. In some cases, poorly fitted or faulty safety systems can lead to serious injuries, which is why we’ve put together this guide to help you find the right solution for your child. If at any time your child is injured in a car accident, we also invite you to contact us for a free accident consultation with a Florida car accident claims attorney. Our offices in Miami, Homestead, and Hollywood are here for you.

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Strapping In for Safety: Safety Restraint Systems in Florida

Published on: September 6, 2023 | By Flaxman Law Group

Modern vehicles are equipped with safety features designed to protect drivers and passengers in the event of a car accident. Among these features, safety restraint systems are among the most important for minimizing injuries and saving lives.

At Flaxman Law Group, however, our car accident lawyers have seen far too many injuries caused by faulty use of safety restraints or by poorly designed systems. If you’ve been injured in a car accident in Florida, you need to know that you may be eligible for a claim and to seek compensation if your injuries were caused by someone’s negligence. After a car crash, we invite you to contact Flaxman Law Group for a free accident consultation to find out more about your potential options for compensation.

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Prioritizing Passenger Safety in Florida

Published on: August 25, 2023 | By Flaxman Law Group

Passenger safety too often takes a backseat in discussions about road safety. At Flaxman Law Group, we recognize the importance of passenger safety and the need to raise awareness about the measures that can be taken to protect passengers in the event of a car accident. We also regularly represent passengers who have been injured in car collisions, so if you’re injured you can always reach out to the Miami, Homestead, or Hollywood offices of Flaxman Law Group for a free accident consultation with a Florida car collision claims lawyer.

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What Are Some Types of Car Accident Injuries You Might Need Treatment For?

Published on: January 27, 2023 | By Flaxman Law Group

Car accidents across South Florida are a leading cause of injuries. The sudden impact of a crash and the force with which occupants can be thrown around inside the vehicle can lead to serious and even life-threatening injury.

Here, we break down a few of the most common injuries drivers and passengers sustain in car crashes.

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Back Injuries and Car Accidents: What You Need to Know

Published on: October 5, 2022 | By Flaxman Law Group

Back and spinal cord injuries are among the most common injuries sustained in car accidents. When you’re in a crash, the car comes to a stop abruptly, and the force can be absorbed by your back or neck.

Another common way back injuries happen when you’re thrown around inside the vehicle. The sudden, sharp movements can cause serious trauma. So can hitting solid surfaces, such as the dashboard or the roof. Think of it this way: however fast the vehicle is travelling when you’re in the accident, your body can continue to move until it’s snapped back by your seatbelt or until you crash into a surface. That fast acceleration and sudden stop can create enough force to cause serious harm.

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