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Author Archives: Philip Chanfrau
Suing a Dead Person
My client was in a really bad car wreck a few days ago. He has severe injuries because an old woman pulled right out in front of him. He could not avoid the collision and broadsided her. His F350 truck … Continue reading
Surveillance in Injury cases
Nothing is as intimidating as the thought that you might be under surveillance. A few of my clients have been burned by it. They have taught me some lessons about what to expect and I pass it along to you … Continue reading
World Peace creates Havoc on the Court
The elbow throwing violence by World Peace on April 24, 2026 during a NBA game resulted in a direct hit to the temple of NBA star James Harden. It could have killed Harden. Harden instantly fell to the floor … Continue reading
Who owns the file in an injury case?
Once in a while i get requested to assume the responsibilities for a client’s file. Clients have the right to change lawyers up until their case is on the verge of a trial. Before then they can just send a … Continue reading
PIP Accident injury insurance in Florida
Floridians will wake up on January 1, 2026 with a new anti-consumer insurance law to deal with. Governor Rick Scott has handed Big insurance some changes in No fault law (Personal Injury Protection (PIP) benefits) effective January 1, 2013. … Continue reading
Traffic tickets and Traffic Court
It seems like a rash of new clients have been given tickets for alleged violations of red lights, stops signs, illegal backing, etc. It costs about $165 to pay a ticket and more than that to hire a lawyer to … Continue reading
When can I settle my case?
I got a call today from a friend who had been in an accident in December. They are still treating and surgery is just around the corner. They want me to settle their case now and asked me about that. … Continue reading
Do I have a case? What to do after a wreck in Florida
A few days ago I exchanged emails with a potential client who had been rear ended at a red light by a truck. These same rules apply even if you were on a motorcycle. The main thing he wanted to … Continue reading
Judge Rakoff: Court Protects Public When Federal Agency Won’t
What happens when a Federal agency like the SEC or FTC does not protect the public from massive corporate wrongdoing? Like the corporate wrongdoing on Wall Street? That is the Agency job, and sadly some agencies are like toothless dogs when … Continue reading
Can I settle my Property Damage Claim if I have an Injury claim?
I got a call yesterday from a client who was in a car accident with injuries. His car had some property damages, and he did not want to have his own insurance pay for it because he has a $500 … Continue reading