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Freidin Brown, P.A. & SAVE Launch Social Justice Scholarships
MIAMI, FL. –September 16, 2019– The law firm of Freidin Brown, P.A. and SAVE are proud to launch the Freidin Brown, P.A. & SAVE Social Justice Scholarships, which will award $25,000 in scholarships to four (4) LGBTQ and allied students in South Florida who strive to lead in a field of Social Justice. After receiving… Read More »
Top Treatable Cancers – if Caught in Time
Although there is still no cure for cancer, advancements in medicine and technology have made it possible for patients to survive the disease with a more positive prognosis. For instance, the National Cancer Institute estimates that there were 15.5 million cancer survivors in the US in 2016; by 2026, that number is expected to… Read More »
Benefits of Settling a Florida Personal Injury Case
If you’ve been hurt in an accident and want to seek compensation for your losses, you might be expecting a drawn-out, expensive legal battle and hours in a courtroom. While this may be true in some cases, many personal injury claims are actually resolved long before trial – at times, even before filing a… Read More »
School Bus Safety Tips as Florida Children Head Back to Class
As the summer draws to a close and children throughout Florida get ready for the start of school, the time is right for parents to remind kids about school bus safety. Statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reveal that there were 1,147 school-transportation-related crashes from 2007 to 2016. There were almost… Read More »
How Comparative Fault Works in Florida
If you’ve been injured in an accident through no fault of your own, you’re probably aware that you may be entitled to compensation from the responsible party. Florida’s personal injury laws allow you to seek monetary damages for your losses, including medical costs, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other forms of damages. However,… Read More »
Epstein, Spacey: Criminal Charges Lead to Civil Suits
When federal prosecutors unveiled a two-count indictment against South Florida financier Jeffrey Epstein on July 8, 2019, the allegations were shockingly familiar. As reported by Miami’s CBS News Channel 4, the accusations are very similar to those against him a decade ago, when Epstein was the beneficiary of a secret, extremely lenient plea bargain…. Read More »
Seeking Compensation for Child and Birth Injuries in Florida
Florida personal injury laws protect children under age 18 just as they do adults by providing the right to seek compensation against the person or entity responsible for causing harm. However, these cases are slightly different with respect to one key factor: because minors are not adults in the eyes of the law, they… Read More »
Freidin & Brown recognized in The Best Lawyers in America 2020 edition!
We are proud to announce that our founding partner, Philip Freidin, and senior partner, Joel H. Brown have been recognized in the 2020 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America! Founded over 30 years ago, Best Lawyers is one of the first legal peer review publications and a highly regarded accomplishment. Both Mr. Freidin… Read More »
Risks Involved with Improper Use of Forceps by Florida Physicians
During a vaginal delivery, there are many circumstances that may lead a physician to consider using delivery assistance tools, such as a forceps device. An article published by the experts at Mayo Clinic describes forceps usage, risks, what to expect, and many other details. However, the article mainly provides helpful information on the circumstances… Read More »
The Pre-Filing Requirements for a Florida Medical Malpractice Case
In many ways, a medical malpractice case is similar to other personal injury claims based upon negligence. When a health care practitioner breaches the duty to provide care within medically accepted standards, the patient can recover compensation for losses related to his or her injuries. However, medical malpractice cases are also very different in… Read More »