April, 2019 | Rosenthal, Levy, Simon & Sosa

Can you optimize your experience with vocational rehabilitation?

On behalf of Rosenthal, Levy, Simon & Sosa | Apr 24, 2019 | Workers' Compensation

After having been the victim of an accident at work, you are probably working with your employer in Florida to determine your eligibility for receiving workers' compensation benefits. One of the key aspects of recovering from your injury will involve vocational...

Can you sue the government over a poorly maintained road?

On behalf of Rosenthal, Levy, Simon & Sosa | Apr 23, 2019 | Negligent Security, Personal Injury

After an auto accident resulting in injuries or death, it may turn out that another person or another entity was at fault. The negligent party needs to be accountable, and that requires looking at everything that contributed to the crash and subsequent injuries.One...

When can a hotel be sued for personal injury?

On behalf of Rosenthal, Levy, Simon & Sosa | Apr 18, 2019 | Personal Injury

When you stay at a hotel or resort, you expect it to be a safe and comfortable experience. That is not always the case. Sometimes the conditions are merely unpleasant. But in many cases unexpected hazards create the condition for serious injury.The owners and managers...

How common is drug and alcohol abuse among truckers?

On behalf of Rosenthal, Levy, Simon & Sosa | Apr 17, 2019 | Truck Accident Injuries

While today’s truck drivers play a critical role in the commerce system across Florida and the United States, many of them also pose a threat to the motoring public because of their admitted substance abuse. The results of numerous studies reveal that a...

Car crashes cause brain injury more often than you think

On behalf of Rosenthal, Levy, Simon & Sosa | Apr 17, 2019 | Car Accident Injuries

You may associate head injuries with sports like football or soccer because those injuries often make the news. But what about car accidents?Vehicle crashes are among the top causes of concussions and other traumatic brain injuries, It is not necessary for the head to...

Workers’ comp case could be trouble for those working from home

On behalf of Rosenthal, Levy, Simon & Sosa | Apr 15, 2019 | Workers' Compensation

Florida’s 1st District Court of Appeals recently denied workers’ compensation benefits for a woman injured while she worked from home. According to the court’s opinion, the woman sustained injuries to her knee, hip and shoulder in 2016 when she...

Does your condition qualify for Social Security Disability?

On behalf of Rosenthal, Levy, Simon & Sosa | Apr 8, 2019 | Social Security Disability

Realizing that you can no longer work due to an injury or medical condition is not easy. Many people in this situation worry about the future. Paying bills and providing for our families gets a lot harder when we can no longer do the work we used to.Social Security...

My spouse died on the job. How can workers’ compensation help me?

On behalf of Rosenthal, Levy, Simon & Sosa | Apr 4, 2019 | Workers' Compensation

The tragedy of losing your spouse affects your entire life. Who will pay for the funeral? How will you afford the mortgage? Will your kids be able to go to college? You deserve help for all these expenses as you figure out how to live life without your partner.Under...

Dash cams can be crucial in car accident claims

On behalf of Rosenthal, Levy, Simon & Sosa | Apr 1, 2019 | Car Accident Injuries

You might be driving along on a Sunday morning, looking forward the relaxing day ahead of you. Suddenly, another car jumps in front of you and brakes. You feel a sudden jolt, hear a horrible crunching sound and maybe even feel an airbag in your face.The other driver...