Business and Commercial Litigation
Real Estate Law
Family Law
Criminal Law
Immigration Law
Personal Injury
- Automobile Accidents
- Motorcycle Accidents
- Truck Accidents
- Boat Accidents
- Slip and Fall Accidents
- Dog Bite Accidents
- Workers’ Compensation
- Medical Malpractice
- Nursing Home Abuse
- Sinkholes
- Wrongful Death
- Drunk Driving Accidents
- Pedestrian Accidents
- Drug Products Liability & Defective Products
Business and Commercial Litigation
Commercial litigation is a broad area of the law that deals with resolving business disputes in commercial settings. Business decision makers today are constantly faced with complex legal issues that can either make or break the company if the wrong course of action is taken. As such, in order for a business to financially succeed and avoid costly legal action, it has become vital for a business to have legal counsel that can effectively play a dual role as Advisor and Advocate.
Edgar J. Guzman Law Group’s Role As Advisor
It is the nature of most commercial disputes that attorneys are brought into a matter only after something has gone wrong (i.e. improperly drafted bylaws, failure to draft a written contract before beginning the job, failure to secure a lien, etc.). Unfortunately, many businesses discover too late that they could have avoided the expense and trouble of commercial litigation had they exercised common sense in the beginning of a business relationship.
Our Firm has experience is handling business matters in the early stages of a deal in order to help you avoid the high cost of litigation later on. We will serve as your legal business counsel right from the very start to keep you informed of the benefits and risks of taking a case to trial, and to act as an advisor in the office.
Edgar J. Guzman Law Group’s Role As Advocate
Eventually it may be necessary to sue another party. At this point, we are prepared to assume the role as advocates in order to represent our clients’ legal interests aggressively in any dispute. It is our practice to assist clients in selecting and implementing the most cost-effective form of dispute resolution, whether through court procedures or alternative dispute resolution.
We represent individuals in the following areas:
- Business Torts
- Breach of Contract
- Corporate Misconduct
- Fraud/Misrepresentation
- Civil Theft
- Non-Compete Disputes
- Insurance Abuse
- Property Condemnation
If you have a legal question regarding a business dispute, forming a corporation, contract preparation, etc., contact us online or call us at (813) 877-8700 or toll free at (877) EDGARGUZMAN to schedule a consultation to discuss your legal options.
Real Estate Law
Real estate law includes
both federal and state issues, with the state-level rules varying widely
from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. These state and federal laws encompass
everything from ownership of land and buildings to related issues such as
financing, leasing, construction, taxes, environmental rules, and a multitude
of others.
We Represent:
- Realtors and Brokers
- Mortgage Lenders
- Builders and Developers
- Investors
- Consultation regarding Investment Opportunities
Our Firm represents a party’s interests in both routine and complex transactions and disputes. Our experienced legal team will discuss your situation and go over the options available to you, as well as work with other parties involved in your case to make sure all your needs are handled quickly and appropriately.
We represent individuals in the following areas:
- Condo and Homeowner Association Disputes
- Landlord/Tenant Disputes
- Lease Agreements
- Closings
- Liens
- Foreclosures
- Contracts
- Title Disputes
- Construction Defects
- Fraud/Misrepresentation
- Contract Review
- Property Condemnation
- Mortgages
- Evictions
- Mold Litigation
- Sinkholes
- By Owner Sales
- Construction Contracts
If you have a real estate legal question, contact us online or call us at (813) 877-8700 or toll free at (877) EDGARGUZMAN to schedule a consultation to discuss your legal options.
Family Law
Family law is the area of law that deals with a variety of family and domestic related issues such as:
- Dissolution of Marriage (Contested/Uncontested Divorce)
- Child Related Issues:
- Child Custody
- Child Visitation Rights
- Child Support
- Child Support Modifications
- Collection of Child Support in Arrears
- Child Abuse and Molestation
- Paternity Determinations
- Spousal Support (Alimony)
- Marriage Agreements:
- Prenuptial Agreements
- Postnuptial Agreements
- Cohabitation Agreements
- Separation Agreements
- Settlement Agreements
- Restraining Orders
- Relocation Issues
- Property Settlements (Home Sale and Distribution)
- Grandparent and Step Parent Adoptions
- Name Changes
- Living Wills
- Domestic Violence
Sometimes a family can amicably resolve its internal issues without the assistance of an attorney. However, most cases unfortunately encounter complicated problems that require careful legal guidance and court intervention.
We understand that the above listed issues represent a very emotional and sensitive time period for any family, and that wrong decisions are often made when you are most vulnerable. We can help you make the right decision during these difficult times by helping you understand your legal rights and obligations under Florida law. If you need legal representation with any family law matter, please contact us on line or call us at (813) 877-8700 or toll free at (877) EDGARGUZMAN to set up a consultation to discuss your legal options.Criminal Law
Criminal law deals with defending those accused of committing acts that constitute a crime as defined by common law or statute. Florida law defines the exact criminal behavior, mental state, result, and circumstance needed to complete each particular crime. A crime may be classified as either a “misdemeanor” or “felony”. A misdemeanor constitutes a crime punishable for one year or less, while a felony is a crime punishable by imprisonment for one year or more.
The interests of the State of Florida are represented by the State Attorney’s Office (Prosecutor’s Office), which is the agency responsible for filing charges against the accused (the Defendant), while the interests of the defendant are represented by a criminal defense attorney, whose goal is to resolve the case with the Prosecutor. If a resolution cannot be reached, the defendant may choose to set the case for trial and let a jury decide the matter. At trial, in order to convict the defendant of the charged crime, the Prosecutor has the burden of proving each element of the offense “beyond a reasonable doubt”.
We defend the constitutional rights of people criminally charged in the following areas:
- Traffic Offenses:
- DUI
- DUI Manslaughter
- Boating Under the Influence (BUI)
- Driving With a Suspended License
- Reckless Driving
- Leaving the Scene of an Accident
- Speeding Tickets
- Drug Offenses:
- Trafficking
- Possession
- Delivery/Sales
- Domestic Violence:
- Spouse Battery
- Child Abuse
- Stalking
- Probations:
- Violation of Probation (VOP)
- Community Control
- Juvenile Offenses
- Sex Offenses
- Theft Crimes
- Bad Checks
- Resisting Arrest
- Bond Hearings
- Record Sealing/Expunging
If you have been accused or charged with a crime, it is important that you seek legal representation immediately. We can help protect your constitutional rights. If you need legal representation with any criminal matter, please contact us on line or call us at (813) 877-8700 or toll free at (877) EDGARGUZMAN to set up a consultation to discuss your legal options.
Immigration Law
Immigration law serves as a gatekeeper for the nation's border: it determines who may enter, how long they may stay and when they must leave. As such, immigration to the United States of America has been the subject of much controversy regarding the impact it has placed on our society. As a result, over the years the United States Congress has enacted major laws that create greater restrictions that affect those individuals seeking permanent residence or citizenship status. There are significant changes in the scope of immigration for all who have not gained citizenship. Even individuals who have rooted themselves and their families deeply within the society may be affected by the changes. Harsh penalties affect both legal and illegal immigrants today. The laws are reflective of the divided sentiments of embracing and restricting U.S. immigration.
We represent individuals in the following areas:
- Naturalization
- Temporary and Permanent Visas
- Visa Extensions
- Green Cards
- Removal Proceedings in Immigration Court and Appeals
- Sponsoring a relative or worker
- Qualifying for special programs: Asylum, NACARA, Temporary Protected Status
If you would like to discuss the eligibility requirements for any of the immigration categories or programs or are facing removal proceedings, contact us on line or call us at (813) 877-8700 or toll free at (877) EDGARGUZMAN to set up a consultation to discuss your legal options.
Automobile Accidents
Millions of people are injured every year as a result of an automobile accident. Florida law requires drivers to use reasonable care on the road. However, negligent and reckless driving still constitutes the most common basis of all motor vehicle accidents.
Some times accidents are caused by factors other than careless driving, such as negligent auto repair work or faulty manufacturing. When this is the case, the parties responsible will be held liable for damages and injuries that are the result of their negligence or faulty products.
Another important note worth noting is that if the negligent driver causes an automobile accident during his working hours, the employer’s insurance company may be legally responsible for damages.
Our Firm represents clients who have suffered personal injuries or property damage as a result of a motor vehicle accident. Our Firm also understands that your immediate goals after going through such trauma are to get your medical bills paid and covered, make sure you do not suffer financially through any lost wages, and make sure your insurance company will pay for future treatment relating to your injury. Our experienced legal team will discuss your situation and go over the options available to you, as well as work with insurance companies and other parties involved in your case to make sure all your needs are handled quickly and appropriately. If you or a loved one has been injured in an auto accident, contact us on line or call us at (813) 877-8700 or toll free at (877) EDGARGUZMAN to set up a FREE consultation to discuss your legal options.
Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcycle accidents claimed over 3,000 lives last year and seriously injured another 58,000 motorcyclists. Unfortunately, the fact is that there are many experienced motorcyclists who simply go unseen and ignored by automobile and other vehicle drivers. These motorcycle accidents and motorcycle crashes may occur when a driver turns right in front of your motorcycle or when a car pulls out from a roadway or drive in front of your motorcycle. In all motorcycle accident cases it is essential that measures be taken immediately to preserve evidence and investigate the accident in question.
Our Firm represents clients who have suffered personal injuries or property damage in motorcycle accidents. Our Firm also understands that your immediate goals after going through such trauma are to get your medical bills paid and covered, make sure you do not suffer financially through any lost wages, and make sure your insurance company will pay for future treatment relating to your injury. Our experienced legal team will discuss your situation and go over the options available to you, as well as work with insurance companies and other parties involved in your case to make sure all your needs are handled quickly and appropriately. Please be advised that if the at fault driver is working at the time of the accident, the at-fault driver’s employer and/or employer’s insurance company may be legally responsible for your damages. If you or a loved one has been injured in a motorcycle accident, contact us on line or call us at (813) 877-8700 or toll free at (877) EDGARGUZMAN to set up a FREE consultation to discuss your legal options.
Truck Accidents
Highway safety is a concern to all Americans because every year the number of accidents involving large trucks keeps increasing. Since the year 2000, the number of accidents involving big trucks has increased 20%. The Department of Transportation reported that last year alone there were more than one million people involved in accidents with big trucks and that 25% of those accidents resulted in serious injuries and that almost 5,000 of those accidents were fatal. The most common factors that lead to these types of accidents are: 1) mechanical failure; 2) truck driver fatigue (falling asleep at the wheel); 3) negligent driving on behalf of the truck driver; 4) inexperienced truck drivers; and 5) driving schools failure to adequately provide proper training and to properly evaluate the performance of a student truck driver.
There are unique laws and regulations that are designed specifically to protect motorists from the negligent actions of truck drivers and trucking companies. Federal and state regulations require truckers to have adequate rest to prevent driver fatigue on the highway. There are also other specific rules for trucks including proper loading of the materials the truck is carrying and safety rules on traveling speeds and safety when passing other vehicles. Many modern trucks have devices that allow for the reconstruction of trucker's actions just before an impact and all truckers are required to keep logs of their time.
Our Firm represents clients who have suffered personal injuries or property damage in truck accidents. Our legal team has successfully resolved numerous of these complex cases that often involves claims against negligent truck drivers and the companies who hire them. Our Firm also understands that your immediate goals after going through such trauma are to get your medical bills paid and covered, make sure you do not suffer financially through any lost wages, and make sure your insurance company will pay for future treatment relating to your injury. Our experienced legal team will discuss your situation and go over the options available to you, as well as work with insurance companies and other parties involved in your case to make sure all your needs are handled quickly and appropriately. Please be advised that if the at fault driver is working at the time of the accident, the at-fault driver’s employer and/or employer’s insurance company may be legally responsible for your damages. If you or a loved one has been injured in a trucking accident, contact us on line or call us at (813) 877-8700 or toll free at (877) EDGARGUZMAN to set up a FREE consultation to discuss your legal options.
Boat Accidents
An injury that occurs on or with a boat is considered a boating accident. A boating accident can occur on someone's privately owned boat, a cruise ship, a personal watercraft, or a ferry. It is a general rule of the law that the operator of a boat and its owner has a duty to exercise the highest degree of care in order to prevent injuries to others. The most common boating accidents are collisions with other boats, slip and falls on the boat, sinking and boat disappearance. Boating injuries usually occur because of a reckless or careless operator, boat malfunctions or an inexperienced operator. When a boat related accident occurs, a thorough investigation and evaluation of its cause(s) by an experienced legal team is always the best way to proceed.
Our Firm represents clients who have suffered personal injuries in a boat accident. Our Firm also understands that your immediate goals after going through such trauma are to get your medical bills paid and covered, make sure you do not suffer financially through any lost wages, and make sure your insurance company will pay for future treatment relating to your injury. Our experienced legal team will discuss your situation and go over the options available to you, as well as work with insurance companies and other parties involved in your case to make sure all your needs are handled quickly and appropriately. If you or a loved one has been injured in a boat accident, contact us on line or call us at (813) 877-8700 or toll free at (877) EDGARGUZMAN to set up a FREE consultation to discuss your legal options.
Slip and Fall Accidents
Government studies show that slip and fall incidents are second only to motor vehicle accidents as a cause of serious bodily injuries. This area of the law that deals with accidents involving a slip, trip or fall is known as Premise Liability. Premise Liability refers to an owner’s responsibility for accidents or injuries occurring on their property by any number of hazards, including sidewalks, stairs and walkways that are unsafe for a variety of reasons including poor lighting, missing handrails or supports, faulty railings, uneven surfaces, broken areas, poorly marked steps, misaligned edges and cracks, and poorly kept carpet, rugs or mats. Other causes of slips, trips or falls include food, water or other substances on floors in restaurants or supermarkets, objects left where they shouldn’t be, and a wide variety of other causes.
Property owners, lessors, landlords and property managers all have a legal duty to safely maintain their premises and when they fail to do so, they will be held liable for the injuries you suffer. In order to prevail under a premise liability theory, the victim must prove that the property owner knew or should have known of the dangerous condition and that they failed to exercise reasonable care in reducing or removing foreseeable risks, by either eliminating the source of danger itself or by providing a warning about the threat to safety. Examples of a property owner’s legal obligations include: cleaning up spilled liquid, providing adequate lighting, replacing broken flooring or stairway rails, posting warnings about dangerous situations, or notifying apartment tenants of known dangers that exist in the parking lot (i.e. sexual assaults in a college apartment parking lot). An owner is assumed to have knowledge if the hazard is permanent in nature. For temporary conditions, the length of time the hazard existed is important. If you slip on a puddle of water in a grocery store, and the spill occurred only moments before, the store owner might not be held liable, since he or she didn’t have time to know about the hazard. If the spill was there for some time, or was in an area prone to spills, the owner could be liable. Damages that a slip and fall accident victim and the victim's family are entitled to recover may include: hospital and medical expenses; past and future lost earnings; past and future permanent physical disability, such as a limp, scars, loss of a limb; emotional distress, such as depression and anxiety; grief and emotional suffering caused by the death of a loved one; loss of love and companionship caused by the death of a loved one; damage or destruction of property; physical pain and suffering; loss of enjoyment of life.
Our Firm has experience handling slip and fall accidents of all types. Our Firm also understands that your immediate goals after going through such trauma are to get your medical bills paid and covered, make sure you do not suffer financially through any lost wages, and make sure the premise owner’s insurance company will pay for future treatment relating to your injury. Our experienced legal team will discuss your situation and go over the options available to you, as well as work with insurance companies and other parties involved in your case to make sure all your needs are handled quickly and appropriately. If you or a loved one has been injured in a slip and fall accident, contact us on line or call us at (813) 877-8700 or toll free at (877) EDGARGUZMAN to set up a FREE consultation to discuss your legal options.
Dog Bite Accidents
Last year, more than 800,000 people in the United States were bitten or attacked by a dog and sadly, the odds that the victim of a fatal dog attack will be a child are 7 out of 10. Dog bite injuries for children and adults may include disfiguring facial injuries, broken bones, lacerations, puncture wounds, rabies treatment, plastic surgery, mental and emotional trauma, and even death.
After a dog bite accident, the pet owner will often turn any claim over to their homeowners’ insurance policy. In our experience, the insurance company will find any possible way it can think of in order to deny or reduce your claim. In fact, if they think that they may be found liable for the incident and forced to pay the claim, they will use the tactic to delay as long as possible to see if the claimant will accept a lower amount. As such, it is a good idea to have an experienced advocate on your side when dealing with the insurance company.
An action to recover from the owner of a dog for an injury suffered in an attack by a dog will be brought under Florida Statute §767.04. Pursuant to this statute, in order to establish a successful case, the plaintiff must show that he or she was injured in an attack by a dog owned by the defendant owner and that at the time of the attack the plaintiff was lawfully present on private property. The plaintiff is not required to establish that the dog had vicious propensities or that the owner of the dog knew of any vicious propensity of the dog.
Our Firm has experience handling dog bite cases that cause serious injury. Our Firm also understands that your immediate goals after going through such trauma are to get your medical bills paid and covered, make sure you do not suffer financially through any lost wages, and make sure the dog owner’s insurance company will pay for future treatment relating to your injury. Our experienced legal team will discuss your situation and go over the options available to you, as well as work with insurance companies and other parties involved in your case to make sure all your needs are handled quickly and appropriately. If you or a loved one has been injured as a result of a dog bite, contact us on line or call us at (813) 877-8700 or toll free at (877) EDGARGUZMAN to set up a FREE consultation to discuss your legal options.
Workers’ Compensation
Every year over 100,000 workers are injured while on the job. In 1935, Florida created workers’ compensation in order to relieve injured employees from having to sue their employer to collect any sort of damages. Under workers' compensation, employees are usually entitled to collect benefits regardless of fault as long as the injuries arose "out of and in the course of employment". Basically, this means that the injury has to occur while the employee is involved in some activity directly related to his or her job. Please keep in mind that the employer must be notified within 30 days of either the date of the injury, the date when the injury's effects first become apparent, or the date when a medical expert first discovers the injury in order to properly preserve your workers' compensation claim.
Workers' compensation entitles an employee to all reasonable and necessary medical care related to the injury. This includes visits to an approved health care provider, surgery, hospital and dental care, prescription drugs, braces, crutches, and other medical supplies ordered by an approved physician. An injured employee may also be entitled to payment for lost wages. If, as a result of the injury, the employee is unable to return to work after more than seven days, the employee is entitled to a portion of the lost income. An employee is also entitled to lost wages benefits if he or she is able to work, but earns less than 80 percent of his or her pre-injury wages, or has suffered a permanent loss of a bodily function as a result of the injury. If an employee dies as result of a work-related injury, the employee's spouse, dependent children or dependent parents are entitled to death benefits of up to $150,000.
If the employer or the insurance carrier refuses to pay for medical care, lost wages or other matters, an injured employee should contact us. Properly filing a claim can be complicated and mistakes may threaten a worker's right to benefits. Moreover, employers are prohibited from discharging or threatening any employee for asserting a valid claim for workers' compensation benefits.
Our Firm has experience handling workers’ compensation claims. Our Firm also understands that your immediate goals after going through such trauma are to get your medical bills paid and covered, make sure you do not suffer financially through any lost wages, and make sure the insurance company will pay for future treatment relating to your injury. Our experienced legal team will discuss your situation and go over the options available to you, as well as work with insurance companies and other parties involved in your case to make sure all your needs are handled quickly and appropriately. If you or a loved one has been injured at work, contact us on line or call us at (813) 877-8700 or toll free at (877) EDGARGUZMAN to set up a FREE consultation to discuss your legal options.
Medical Malpractice
Medical malpractice is the failure of a doctor, nurse, medical technicians or other health care provider to meet the standard of care for their medical field. Medical malpractice occurs when a health care provider fails to properly treat a medical condition and the negligent act or omission is the cause of a new or aggravated injury to the patient. In cases where a patient has been treated by multiple professionals, determining fault may be difficult because some times multiple professionals may be liable. Some common medical mistakes may include:
- Leaving surgical instruments inside the patient’s body after an operation;
- Misuse of a medical device or implant (i.e. defective knee implant);
- Misdiagnosing a disease or injury, consequently delaying treatment or causing improper treatment;
- Improperly prescribing medication;
- Misinforming patients or failing to fully inform patients of available treatments or other relevant information;
- Providing or continuing treatment that has been proven ineffective, unsafe, or harmful;
- Physician's failure to gain the informed consent of the patient for an operation or surgical procedure; or
Our Firm represents clients who have been injured as a result of medical malpractice and will help you go over the options available to you, as well as work with insurance companies and other parties involved in your case to make sure all your needs are handled quickly and appropriately. If you or someone you know has been injured as a result of medical malpractice, contact us on line or call us at (813) 877-8700 or toll free at (877) EDGARGUZMAN to set up a FREE consultation to discuss your legal options.
Nursing Home Abuse
Unfortunately, every year elderly citizens suffer serious injuries when the nursing facility fails to provide the proper care they deserve. Florida law provides nursing home residents with legal rights such as the right to receive adequate medical care, therapeutic and rehabilitative services, privacy, courtesy, dignity, protection from other residents, and the right to be free from mental or physical abuse.
Our Firm will discuss your situation and go over the options available to you, as well as work with insurance companies and other parties involved in your case to make sure all your needs are handled quickly and appropriately. If you know of an elderly resident that has had their rights violated, contact us on line or call us at (813) 877-8700 or toll free at (877) EDGARGUZMAN to set up a FREE consultation to discuss your legal options.
Sinkholes
Sinkholes are an unfortunate part of Florida's geology and a fact of life for Florida property owners. Having a sinkhole on your property can be a devastating experience, and dealing with the insurance company adds an even greater burden.
Here is a list of signs that your home may be being affected by a sinkhole:
- Tree roots are now exposed that were not before;
- Doors and windows fail to close properly;
- Depressed areas of your property that were not there before;
- Muddy water or turbidity in well water;
- Structural failure, cracks in walls, floors or pavement;
- Small ponds of rainfall where water has not collected before;
- Fence posts that start sagging or slanting of trees;
- Exposure of exterior footer or separation of soils from floor slabs;
- Cracks in the ground. Changes in vegetation (dry and wilting).
The second type of sinkhole claim is where the insurance company agrees that a sinkhole exists, but there is disagreement about how to fix the problem. The insurer will often recommend that concrete be poured into the sinkhole. This process is called "grouting" and there are valid questions as to whether this process actually provides a definite fix for the problem. Your insurance company will take the lowest repair estimate and usually offer to pay you that amount of money to settle your claim. BEWARE! Most grouting companies do not give a final estimate for the repairs they will conduct. There is NO WAY to determine how much concrete will be needed to grout a particular area. Normally a grouting company’s service agreement, will likely indicate that the homeowner will be responsible for any charges over and above the initial estimate. Depending on how much grout is actually needed, you could end up paying double the amount your insurance company has paid you!
Our Firm has experience handling sinkhole cases. Our Firm also understands that your immediate goals after having your home damaged by a sinkhole is to make sure the insurance company will pay for the necessary repairs. Our experienced legal team will discuss your situation and go over the options available to you, as well as work with insurance companies and other parties involved in your case to make sure all your needs are handled quickly and appropriately. If you or a loved one believes that you could have a sinkhole issue, contact us on line or call us at (813) 877-8700 or toll free at (877) EDGARGUZMAN to set up a FREE consultation to discuss your legal options.
Wrongful Death
Wrongful death as a legal term is a death that has been caused by the fault of another person. For example, deaths caused by drunk driving, the manufacture of a defective or dangerous product, the construction of an unsound structure or building, or failing to diagnose a fatal disease may be considered under the law as "wrongful deaths". A wrongful death claim is generally filed by a family member or beneficiary of the decedent. In some instances, these claims are filed in order to obtain monetary damages to cover the earnings the deceased person would have provided. Other damages that may be recovered include:
- Pain, suffering or mental anguish suffered by the survivor of the decedent;
- Loss of companionship, care, or protection;
- Expense associated with the death (i.e. medical and funeral);
- Punitive damages, intended to punish wrongdoers and prevent them from harming others.
Drunk Driving Accidents
"Driving under the influence", or "Driving while intoxicated", is the term for alcohol-related driving behavior. It is responsible for nearly one third 1/3 of all traffic deaths in this country. Anyone who causes an accident while driving under the influence of alcohol or another substance will be held liable for their acts. Unfortunately, this is of little comfort to someone who has sustained injuries or lost a loved one in an alcohol-related accident. The driver convicted of DUI is responsible to pay for all damages, but may not be the only person considered negligent or liable. Those who provided the alcohol may also be considered negligent and liable for damages. Florida imposes liability on bars, clubs, restaurants, or hotels which supply liquor improperly. As a result, a business is expected to exercise due care and not to serve anyone who has had too much to drink. Moreover, the host of a party may be liable if they continue to allow a guest to drink after it is obvious the guest is under the influence.
Our Firm has experience in handling accidents that have resulted as a result of a drunk driver. Our Firm also understands that your immediate goals after having your home damaged by a sinkhole is to make sure the insurance company will pay for the necessary repairs. Our experienced legal team will discuss your situation and go over the options available to you, as well as work with insurance companies and other parties involved in your case to make sure all your needs are handled quickly and appropriately. If you or a loved one has been injured as a result of a drunk driver, contact us on line or call us at (813) 877-8700 or toll free at (877) EDGARGUZMAN to set up a FREE consultation to discuss your legal options.
Pedestrian Injuries
Among the most serious traffic incidents that can occur are those which involve pedestrians. Lacking any protection whatsoever, a pedestrian is completely vulnerable to serious injuries when struck by a moving vehicle. Even a relatively slow-moving vehicle can cause fractures and other major injuries to a pedestrian due to the significant momentum of the vehicle's mass and the hardness of the vehicle's outside surfaces in comparison to human flesh.
Our Firm has experience in handling pedestrian accidents. Our Firm also understands that your immediate goals after having your home damaged by a sinkhole is to make sure the insurance company will pay for the necessary repairs. Our experienced legal team will discuss your situation and go over the options available to you, as well as work with insurance companies and other parties involved in your case to make sure all your needs are handled quickly and appropriately. If you or a loved one has been injured as a pedestrian, contact us on line or call us at (813) 877-8700 or toll free at (877) EDGARGUZMAN to set up a FREE consultation to discuss your legal options.
Products Liability
Products liability is an area of personal injury law that focuses on dangerous and defective products. Defective products may include the following:
- Machinery and tools
- Medicine and Drugs, e.g., Rezulin, Fen-Phen, Baycol, PPA, Vioxx, Celebrex, Bextra, Aleve, Bendectin, DES, Thalidomide, Accutane, Phentermine, Parlodel, Phenylpropanolamine, Oxycontin, Pyridostigmine Bromide and other prescription and non-prescription drugs
- Medical devices
- Food and tobacco
- Toxic chemicals and substances, such as pesticides, asbestos, and mold
- Firearms
- Autos and other motor vehicles, including trucks and motorcycles
- Automobile accessories such as tires, seat belts, airbags and child car seats
- Household products and appliances
- Toys and recreational equipment
- Clothing and apparel
If you or a loved one has been injured as a result of a defective product, contact us on line or call us at (813) 877-8700 or toll free at (877) EDGARGUZMAN to set up a FREE consultation to discuss your legal options.
