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How Violations of Federal Trucking Regulations Can Affect Your Truck Accident Case
Michael T. Flanagan, Esq.

Truck accidents often result in devastating injuries and even fatalities, due to the sheer size and weight of commercial trucks. When these accidents occur, one of the most critical factors in determining liability is whether the trucking company or driver violated federal trucking regulations. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) sets strict safety regulations…

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How to Deal with Insurance Companies After a Florida Truck Accident | Hollywood, FL Truck Accident Lawyer
Michael T. Flanagan, Esq.

A truck accident can leave you with serious injuries, mounting medical bills, and overwhelming uncertainty about your future. If you were injured in a Hollywood, FL truck accident, you will likely have to deal with insurance companies—both your own and the trucking company’s insurer. Unfortunately, insurance companies are not on your side. Their goal is…

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Miami Plastic Surgeon Accused of Fatal Brazilian Butt Lift Malpractice: What Patients Need to Know
Michael T. Flanagan, Esq.

The Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) has surged in popularity over the past decade, promising patients enhanced curves through fat grafting. However, this highly invasive procedure carries significant risks, especially when performed by inexperienced or negligent surgeons. A recent case in Miami, Florida, highlights the dangers of botched BBL surgeries, leading to tragic outcomes, including wrongful…

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Tragic Miami Gardens Crash Claims Lives of Woman and Four Children
Michael T. Flanagan, Esq.

A devastating car crash in Miami Gardens on February 8, 2025, resulted in the tragic deaths of a woman and four children. The accident, which involved three vehicles, was caused by a reckless driver who was allegedly speeding and under the influence of alcohol. Authorities have charged the driver, Antonio Wilcox Jr., 25, with vehicular…

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Motorcyclist Killed by Driver of Stolen Car in Miami: Understanding Legal Options for Accident Victims
Michael T. Flanagan, Esq.

A tragic motorcycle accident in Miami has once again highlighted the dangers reckless drivers pose to motorcyclists. Early Tuesday morning, 34-year-old John Koontz was riding his motorcycle through the intersection of NW 7 Avenue and NW 20 Street when he was struck and killed by a 17-year-old driving a stolen Kia Soul. The driver was…

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Legal Implications of Negligence in Rehab Centers: The Case of Emily Willis
Michael T. Flanagan, Esq.

Lawsuit Claims Malibu Rehab Delayed Emergency Care, Leaving Patient Permanently Disabled Emily Willis, whose legal name is Litzy Lara Benuelos, was a 25-year-old former adult film star seeking help for ketamine addiction when she checked into Summit Malibu, a luxury rehabilitation center in California. Tragically, her journey toward recovery took a devastating turn when she…

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Two Motorcyclists Dead in Tragic I-295 Collision in Jacksonville, Florida
Michael T. Flanagan, Esq.

The tragic collision that occurred on I-295 near Old St. Augustine Road on Sunday afternoon is a stark reminder of how quickly lives can be lost on Florida’s roadways. Two motorcyclists, a 41-year-old and a 32-year-old from Jacksonville, were fatally injured after a collision caused both riders to lose control of their motorcycles. While the…

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Devastating Dog Attack Claims Life of 8-Year-Old Boy in Florida
Michael T. Flanagan, Esq.

An unimaginable tragedy occurred in Deland, Florida, as an 8-year-old boy lost his life after being attacked by two loose dogs near the entrance of a subdivision. The Volusia County Sheriff’s Office reported that nearby residents administered CPR and called 911, but their efforts were not enough to save the child. The dogs, identified as…

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Tragic 4-Vehicle Crash on SR-82 in Lehigh Acres: One Dead, Three Injured
Michael T. Flanagan, Esq.

A devastating multi-vehicle crash on State Road 82 in Lehigh Acres has left one woman dead and three others injured. The crash, which occurred the morning of January 15, 2025 near 40th Street SW, involved four vehicles and temporarily closed all lanes of SR-82 as authorities investigated. According to the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP), the…

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5-Year-Old Drowns After Escaping Through Unsafe Fence at Autism-Friendly Park in Kissimmee, FL
Michael T. Flanagan, Esq.

The heartbreaking death of 5-year-old Arturo Angarita at Senses Park in Kissimmee, Florida, has raised serious questions about the safety protocols at facilities designed for children with autism and other vulnerabilities. Arturo’s drowning on November 13, 2025, in a water-filled ditch near the park underscores the critical need for heightened safety measures and accountability from…

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