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Jet skis, often also called personal watercraft (PWC), can be a fun way to spend a day out on the water. While riding jet skis can be exhilarating, operating at speeds of up to 60 m.p.h., jet skis can pose a danger to their operators, passengers, and others nearby. When operating or riding on a...

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...

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) recently launched a campaign to raise public awareness to “drive smart, walk smart, and bike smart.” OA Online Dallas reported on its website that the campaign would be conducted through the month of October.   The TxDOT recently released a report of traffic fatalities involving bicyclists and pedestrians across the...

Kids are capable of doing some pretty amazing things. Because many children are fearless, sometimes they can also do things most adults wouldn’t even imagine trying. According to a story appearing on the Heavy.com website, an 11-year-old boy in Baton Rouge stole a school bus and led 20 police officers on a chase through the...

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...

Jet skis, also known as personal watercrafts, are a fun and popular way to spend a day on the lake or the ocean. In Florida, the law states that a person must be at least 14 years old to operate a jet ski and must be 18 years old to rent a jet ski. Each...

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...

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...

If you slipped and fell on a property in Plantation, Florida, you may assume the property owner is the only accountable party. However, Florida law recognizes that tenants who possess or control business premises may also owe a duty of care to visitors. Under Section 768.0755(2), the statute preserves any common-law duty of care owed...

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...

Kissimmee, Florida, June 6, 2024—Chalik & Chalik Injury Lawyers has won a $200,000 settlement for a slip and fall victim. This incident occurred at the Unidos Supermarket in Kissimmee, Florida. Our Florida slip and fall accident attorneys successfully negotiated the settlement to cover her losses, particularly the medical treatment and surgery she required following the...

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...