I have been practicing law for over 37 years in South Florida,  and I have been writing this column in the COOPPA GUARDIAN for over nine years.   The emphasis of my law practice, and my specialty is a Personal Injury Practice (serious auto accidents, slip and falls, product liability, etc.).  While I often write about these subjects, I view this column as a means to educate and inform you in all aspects of the law and similar important  issues.   I trust that you have enjoyed reading them and have benefited from many of my columns.  I’ve received veryRead More

The object of any con game is to entice an unsuspecting person to part with their money or other items of value. Most con games are initiated by people who approach potential victims on the street or call them on the phone. You should be suspicious of ANY plan, idea, scheme, business deal, or any proposition that requires you to provide your money, credit card or other financial information especially on short notice. The following tips are intended to improve your chances of not being a con artist’s next victim: REALIZE con or scam artists are professionals – everyone isRead More

With summer here, many Florida residents are booking cruises to different locations. The number of bookings for cruises has increased due to the lowering of prices by the cruise ship companies. South Florida, as you may know has two of the most popular ports in the world. Port Everglades and Port of Miami. Unfortunately, some passengers have been injured while on cruise ships and therefore if you are contemplating a cruise, there are things you need to consider and be aware of the following information. If a passenger is injured while aboard a cruise ship, they may have claims forRead More

Through writing The Legal Corner, and advertising in Cooppa Guardian for almost ten years, I am often dealing with a ‘senior population’.    Potential clients frequently contact me about ‘slip and fall’ claims.   Seniors tend to have more falls, due to many reasons, some are legally actionable, and many are not.  Each incident must be carefully investigated. Just because someone falls and is injured, does not mean that there is a valid claim to pursue. Changes over the years in Florida law have had an adverse effect on the rights of slip and fall victims, and in favor ofRead More

As I write this monthly article, during the first week of September, the summer is about to end. The oppressive heat and humidity will soon give way to the comfortable, mild warm weather we all love. Which is why so many of us choose to live in beautiful South Florida. To those ‘snowbirds’ who are now returning to their winter homes, I welcome you back. Through writing The Legal Corner, and advertising in Cooppa Guardian for almost ten years, I am often dealing with a ‘senior population’. Potential clients frequently contact me about personal injury claims, which is my specialty.Read More