Miami, Florida (October 18, 2023) — A boat crash at Black Point Marina prompted an emergency last Wednesday afternoon. Three people fell overboard. The crash caused the boat to sink off the coast of Homestead. Authorities from Miami-Dade Fire Rescue and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) arrived on the scene to assist. The three boat passengers...
Between May 26 and 27, 2023, the Carnival Sunrise transported more than 3,000 passengers from the Bahamas through a major storm system en route to Charleston, South Carolina. Carnival’s decision to transport passengers through the storm was made after receiving reports from the National Hurricane Center advising of gusty winds and other dangerous conditions off the Southeastern coast of...
Our attorneys represent policyholders whose claims have been denied for a variety of reasons, including misrepresentations on a life insurance application. A policyholder has a duty to provide accurate information to the insurer. If the application contains a material misrepresentation, the insurer may deny your claim. However, just because an insurance company claims a material misrepresentation was made does...
After a car accident in Texas, you will frequently interact with your insurance company regarding details of your accident, inspections, and repairs. If your vehicle has suffered significant damage, you may also consider discussing your vehicle’s diminished value. It is essential to become familiar with the concept and how it works. WHAT IS MEANT BY “DIMINISHED VALUE”? After a...
After you experience a car accident in New Orleans, you may feel overwhelmed with all you need to do. You might face a lengthy task list that includes car repairs, medical treatment, filing insurance claims, and more. If you worry about your ability to negotiate with the insurance company for payment, know that an accident lawyer can help. At...
If you’ve been in a car accident and you are not at fault, you can expect some vehicle damage, whether big or small. Unfortunately, in some circumstances, your vehicle may suffer extreme damage and be rendered a “total loss.” If this is your situation, you may have legal options. It is crucial to understand total loss and what it...
A class action is a type of lawsuit that is very different from a standard personal injury or insurance case. While litigation is often stressful, the stakes in a class action lawsuit are at a different level. In many class action lawsuits, the interests of hundreds if not thousands of people are at stake. Most class actions involve claims...
Before anyone had a chance to recover fully from the ravages of Hurricane Laura and Hurricane Sally, Tropical Storm Beta dealt the Gulf South area yet another substantial blow. The extent of the damage has yet to be fully identified, but many thousands of homeowners experienced property damage ranging from mild roof damage to catastrophic structure failure. If your...
If you have lost a family member due to the negligence of another party, you may be entitled to compensation through a wrongful death claim. A wrongful death claim is a special type of legal claim that allows you to recover damages related to the death of a loved one. There are a number of situations in which a...
Few things can be as unexpected and emotional as losing your home or business to a fire. When an apartment or rental property is damaged by a fire one question that is often overlooked is who is responsible. In many cases, the fire was caused or worsened by the landlord’s neglect. In many cases, an apartment fire could have...