May, 2019 | Rosenthal, Levy, Simon & Sosa

Restaurant owner sued after bartender death

On behalf of Rosenthal, Levy, Simon & Sosa | May 30, 2019 | Fatal Motor Vehicle Accidents

Most people in Florida know that the state's laws regarding drinking and driving are tough but they may not always think about the various parties that may be identified as accountable or at least involved in a drunk driving accident. The fact of the matter is that...

It’s peak season for bicycle accidents: stay safe

On behalf of Rosenthal, Levy, Simon & Sosa | May 27, 2019 | Motorcycle Accident

Summer vacation means more kids on bikes. And more adults cycling to work or riding for pleasure. The down side of all that biking activity is an increase in injuries or deaths.Read about some ways to keep yourself and your children safe during bike accident season....

Study calls into question safety impact of trucker rule

On behalf of Rosenthal, Levy, Simon & Sosa | May 26, 2019 | Truck Accident Injuries

For commercial truck drivers in Florida, fatigue has long been an identified risk and safety hazard. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration instituted what it calls its Hours of Service rule to tackle trucker fatigue and improve safety. Essentially,...

Fatal workplace injuries and wrongful death suits

On behalf of Rosenthal, Levy, Simon & Sosa | May 23, 2019 | Wrongful Death

There is no amount of money that can fill the void and or make up for the trauma of losing a spouse to a fatal workplace accident. The purpose of financial compensation is to lighten the burden of expenses and lost income in the aftermath of a partner’s...

Should you get that crick in your neck checked out?

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

Are you a Floridian who was involved in a car crash? If so, you might have ended up with a little twinge of pain in your neck either immediately after the crash, or within a few days or weeks. Though it may be tempting to write this pain off, it could be a sign of...

On disability? Watch what you post online

On behalf of Rosenthal, Levy, Simon & Sosa | May 10, 2019 | Social Security Disability

If you are receiving disability benefits from the U.S. Social Security Administration, you understand that getting approved for benefits can prove challenging in and of itself. Once the administration agrees to grant you benefits, though, this does not necessarily...

Leaving the scene of a crash may result in serious penalties

On behalf of Rosenthal, Levy, Simon & Sosa | May 6, 2019 | Car Accident Injuries

Most Florida residents may know that the law requires them to remain at the scene of an accident and call for help if necessary. However, residents may not know that leaving the scene of a crash may result in significant legal penalties, including fines, license...

Teen driver-involved crashes increase during “100 Deadliest Days”

On behalf of Rosenthal, Levy, Simon & Sosa | May 2, 2019 | Fatal Motor Vehicle Accidents

While there are always going to be dangers you face when traveling Florida’s highways, you may find that your chances of getting involved in a car crash with a teenage driver spike substantially during a particular part of the year. At Rosenthal, Levy, Simon...