Chalik & Chalik Fights For Passage Of White-Miskell Act

When it comes to percentages, the state of Florida has the second-highest percentage population of senior citizens, coming in behind Maine. In terms of sheer numbers, California has the greatest number of senior citizens. Because the elderly are more prone to injury, places like these often see a number of senior citizens who are injured....

WPBF Channel 25 ABC News reported that a biologist employed by the Florida Fish & Wildlife Commission is dead and two others, also civilian biologists, were injured in a tragic boat crash in West Palm Beach on Tuesday morning. According to spokespeople from the Palm Beach County Fire Rescue organization, the incident occurred about 9:30...

When a person is injured in a car accident, they are often worried about how to pay their medical bills. Their injuries may have made them unable to work or caused lifelong disabilities. In Florida, PIP coverage only goes so far, but it does allow for a quick settlement or payment to help injured people...

Florida is one of the few states who remains a no-fault state when it comes to auto accidents. What this means is that every Florida motorist must carry personal injury protection or PIP insurance. This insurance is the first to kick in when injuries occur as a result of an auto accident.  When the injuries...

In personal injury cases, there are two types of financial compensation typically awarded: economic and non-economic damages. Economic damages cover expenses such as medical bills, damage to personal property, and lost wages. Non-economic damages on the other hand cannot be measured like a medical bill or a repair estimate. Some examples include mental anguish, loss...

For many people, an ATV is a vehicle that can be fun for recreation, but also a necessary mode of transportation in some off-road areas. While these vehicles are generally safe when operated correctly, they can be dangerous when not. The majority of serious injuries and fatalities that are suffered by drivers and passengers of...

Chalik & Chalik Injury Lawyers is proud to announce that one of our founding partners, Jason Chalik, has been honored with a position on the National Trial Lawyers Top 100 List. This recognition is reserved for those who stand out for their service as trial lawyers and community leaders.  The National Trial Lawyers Top 100...

What Is Constructive Knowledge in a Miami Slip and Fall Case? If you slipped and fell at a store, hotel, or restaurant in Miami, one of the most critical legal concepts determining your claim’s outcome is constructive knowledge. Under Florida law, you cannot recover compensation simply by proving you fell on a dangerous surface. You...

What Rights Do Injured Passengers Have After a Cruise Ship Accident? If you were injured aboard a cruise ship, you may have legal rights to pursue compensation under both federal maritime law and Florida state law. Cruise ship accidents, including slips and falls, pool injuries, foodborne illness, and equipment failures, can leave passengers with serious...

Lump-sum settlements under Florida law are what a victim receives when he or she agrees to resolve a personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit with a single, large payout. This type of settlement occurs after negotiations have concluded, and all parties have agreed on the terms and the settlement amount. The single payment covers the...

Contact Chalik & Chalik Injury Lawyers When you reach out to Chalik & Chalik, you’re not contacting a faceless law firm. You’re reaching out to real people who care deeply about what happens next in your life. Jason, Debi, Charles, and Suzy are part of a family-run team that has spent decades fighting for people...

Can a Slip and Fall at a Ft Lauderdale Store Lead to a Lawsuit? Yes, a slip and fall at a Ft Lauderdale store can lead to a lawsuit, but only if certain legal conditions are met. Florida law requires injured shoppers to prove that the business had knowledge of the dangerous condition and failed...