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Four Hospitalized with Serious Injuries After Multi-Vehicle Crash on West Broward Boulevard
Michael T. Flanagan, Esq.

A serious multi-vehicle crash on Sunday evening, June 1, 2025, sent four individuals to the hospital and prompted a prolonged road closure in Fort Lauderdale, according to local fire officials. The incident occurred just before 6 p.m. at the busy intersection of West Broward Boulevard and 7th Avenue, an area known for its high traffic…

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Hailey Hosford Identified as Victim in Deadly Sunrise Apartment Complex Attack: Can The Apartment Complex Be Held Liable?
Michael T. Flanagan, Esq.

A horrific and senseless act of violence took place in the early hours of May 28, 2025, at a luxury apartment complex in Sunrise, Florida. Hailey Hosford, a beloved 27-year-old hairstylist and yoga instructor, was stabbed to death in the parking garage of The Retreat at Sawgrass Village by a knife-wielding resident who reportedly told…

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Fatal Hit-and-Run in Little Havana: Victim Identified, Driver Arrested
Michael T. Flanagan, Esq.

A tragic hit-and-run crash in Miami’s Little Havana neighborhood claimed the life of 41-year-old Katherine Kipnis in the early hours of Friday morning. According to Miami police, the crash occurred just before 1:15 a.m. near the intersection of Southwest 22nd Avenue and Seventh Street. Authorities say Kipnis was struck and killed by a speeding 2019…

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Which Family Members Are Entitled to Compensation in a Florida Wrongful Death Lawsuit?
Michael T. Flanagan, Esq.

Losing a loved one unexpectedly due to someone else’s negligence is one of the most traumatic events a family can experience. In Florida, the law allows surviving family members to pursue justice through a wrongful death claim, but only certain people are legally allowed to be compensated, and not all survivors are automatically entitled to…

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How to File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Florida
Michael T. Flanagan, Esq.

Losing a loved one due to someone else’s negligence or misconduct is a devastating experience. While no legal action can undo the pain of losing someone, filing a wrongful death lawsuit can provide financial relief for the surviving family members and hold the responsible party accountable. In Florida, wrongful death claims are governed by specific…

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Florida Moves to Overturn “Free Kill Law” in Major Medical Malpractice Reform
Michael T. Flanagan, Esq.

In a landmark shift that could dramatically expand legal rights for grieving families, Florida lawmakers have voted to repeal one of the state’s most controversial medical malpractice laws—often referred to by critics as the “Free Kill” law. The legislation, officially known as House Bill 6017 (HB 6017), now awaits final approval from Governor Ron DeSantis.…

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Fatal Hollywood Motorcycle Crash Leaves One Dead, Two Hospitalized After Fiery Collision
Michael T. Flanagan, Esq.

A devastating motorcycle accident in Hollywood, Florida, claimed the life of one man and left two others hospitalized on Tuesday night. The collision, which occurred around 8:15 p.m. at the intersection of Sheridan Street and 66th Avenue, involved a motorcycle and a sedan and resulted in a fiery explosion that drew emergency responders from both…

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Woman Killed, Two Injured in Possible Wrong-Way Crash on Sawgrass Expressway
Michael T. Flanagan, Esq.

On the morning of Wednesday, May 21, 2025, a violent crash on the Sawgrass Expressway left one woman dead and two others injured in what officials suspect may have been a wrong-way collision. The accident occurred in the northbound lanes near Oakland Park Boulevard shortly before 3 a.m., according to Florida Highway Patrol reports. According…

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19-Year-Old Woman Killed at Fort Lauderdale Airbnb: Legal Options After Shootings in Florida
Michael T. Flanagan, Esq.

A night that began with chaos and commotion in a quiet residential neighborhood ended in tragedy when 19-year-old Myrah Zeigler was shot and killed outside a duplex rented through Airbnb in Fort Lauderdale’s River Oaks area. According to the Fort Lauderdale Police Department, the shooting occurred around 4:30 a.m. on Monday morning following a disturbance…

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Father and 1-Year-Old Killed in Baymeadows Pedestrian Crash: A Tragic Reminder of Florida’s Roadway Risks
Michael T. Flanagan, Esq.

A heartbreaking crash in Duval County has left a family grieving the loss of a father and his 1-year-old child, both struck and killed while crossing Baymeadows Road on Friday night. According to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, the man was carrying his child across the eastbound lanes around 8:30 p.m. when a vehicle struck them.…

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