Probate is the legal process, following a person’s death, whereby the accurate compilation of the decedent’s assets, notification of creditors, payment of liabilities, and distribution of the remaining assets to rightful heirs are properly ensured. If you have suffered the loss of a family member, the word “probate” is probably just another of the myriad details with which you are forced to deal at this difficult time in your life. While certain items – such as jointly held property and non-taxable gifts made not exceeding $11,000 during the deceased’s lifetime – are not subject to probate, the legal process largely applies in most cases. There is a prevalent misconception that a decedent’s estate can only go through probate if there is no will in place, but if the estate is large enough and a valid plan is not in place for avoiding probate, the estate may go through the process regardless of the existence of a will. The probate process typically encompasses a number of steps, and can range from the simplest matters to protracted court battles involving significant amounts of time and considerable money.…Read More
If it seems like it’s taken longer to drive anywhere these days, it’s not your imagination. The population increase in South Florida is monumental, and the existing roadway structure is limited in its ability to cope with this growth. The congestion continues to intensify, and the resulting delays in travel time can result in aggressive behavior by drivers “trying to get there faster.” While aggressive driving is easily recognizable when we see it, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) clearly defines it as occurring when “an individual commits a combination of moving traffic offenses so as to endanger other persons or property.” These behaviors typically involve exceeding the posted speed limits, tailgating, illegal passing or risky lane changes, and running red lights. According to an AAA Foundation survey, aggressive driving behaviors can prove to be a factor in as many as 60% of all vehicle accident fatalities. If you or a loved one has been involved in an automobile accident in South Florida due to the negligence of others, contact the Fenstersheib Law Group, P.A., toll-free, at 1-800-TellRobert, 24 hours a day, 7 days…Read More
If you need to file a personal injury lawsuit in South Florida, there are a few basic steps to follow in order to help your claim progress as quickly and efficiently as possible. First and foremost, consult with a qualified, experienced Florida Personal Injury Attorney, and be sure to follow his advice. While friends and family certainly have your best interests in mind, following their advice about important legal matters is not usually a wise decision. Heed your lawyer’s directives – remember that he’s the expert – and let him know immediately about any concerns or issues that you may not fully understand. You should keep a detailed set of records of everything related to or pertaining to the case, including any time missed from work and resulting lost earnings. Make your best effort to accurately document all expenses incurred on medical treatment, prescriptions, and any out of pocket expenses related to your injury – save all available receipts for any expenses related to the injury. You must also honor each and every appointment regarding all matters related to your personal injury case – particularly…Read More
Cars usually get the worst end of the bargain when involved in a crash with a truck. A loaded large truck takes up to 20-50% more road space to stop when compared to cars, and this percentage is even higher on wet or slippery roads. And if the brakes of the truck are poorly maintained, things get even worse. Available statistics show that trucks, 18-wheelers, tractor-trailers and similar large vehicles cause auto accidents resulting in a very large number of wrongful deaths and severe injury cases. While the bigger vehicle offers more protection to its driver, an automobile driver has a much bigger chance of being severely injured or even killed in such an accident. If you or a loved one has sustained injuries in a truck accident, you might be eligible to recover your damages. An experienced truck accident attorney will sort out the exact nature of the crash, and who the responsible parties are. With over three decades of experience, the Truck Accidents Lawyers at the Fenstersheib Law Group, P.A. have successfully helped many people get the compensation they deserved. Contact us today,…Read More
Your teenager just got a brand new driver’s license, and there’s a lot of trepidation mixed in with your pride. It’s normal to be worried, but please know that there are things you can and should do to increase the chances that your teen will be safe on the South Florida roads. The first thing you can do is to lead by example. Drive the way you want your teen to drive – if you speed, tailgate, and drive aggressively, your teen probably will follow your lead when he or she gets behind the wheel. Make sure your teen realizes that driving demands full attention and fully understands the dangers associated with it – for the person behind the wheel, for the passengers, and for the other drivers and pedestrians with whom the road is shared. Establish a firm, clear set of rules – stressing that any unsafe behavior or failure to obey the rules means that the keys will be taken away. These rules must include that the driver and all passengers wear seat belts every time they get in the car, that texting…Read More
When problems arise that require legal assistance, it is of utmost importance to have attorneys that can and will provide a full understanding of your rights and responsibilities under the law. When you contact the experienced lawyers at the Fenstersheib Law Group, P.A., you can be assured of a careful review your specific circumstances, a thorough explanation of your legal prerogatives, and honest advice about the merits of your case. There are countless law firms and attorneys in Florida that you can turn to for legal help, which is why we truly appreciate your trust, and respect and value your decision to work with us. We pride ourselves in providing each and every client with only the best legal services and work diligently to help you win compensation for your injury, accident, or other legal problem. If we do not believe your case can be won, we will not waste your time pursuing it, and we work on a contingency basis, which means you never pay any fees until a settlement or money is collected. At the Fenstersheib Law Group, P.A., we are your advocates;…Read More
Deaths, injuries, and property damage from consumer product malfunctions cost the nation more than $1 trillion annually. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is the federal government agency charged with protecting consumers and families from unreasonable risks of injury or death associated with the use of any of the thousands of types of consumer products that pose a fire, electrical, chemical, or mechanical hazard – including baby products such as toys and cribs, furniture, power tools, cigarette lighters, and common household chemicals. The CPSC’s work has contributed to a decline in the rate of deaths and injuries associated with consumer products over the past 40 years. Clicking on the “Recalls” link on the CPSC.gov website allows consumers not only to learn recent product recalls, but also to submit their own complaints. Any manufacturer identified is given the opportunity to comment on the complaints, and completed reports about potentially dangerous consumer products, along with the manufacturers’ responses, are published on the CPSC website so consumers can become aware of the potential hazards related to use of the products. If you or a loved one has suffered…Read More
When accidents happen as a result of someone’s negligent behavior, legal assistance may be required to obtain proper and adequate redress. While there are thousands of personal injury attorneys in South Florida, not all of them have the adequate staff and long-term experience to deal with personal injury issues, so it is extremely important to choose the right firm to successfully handle your case. The average personal injury case can cost thousands of dollars in research and litigation, and smaller legal firms may not have the resources necessary to successfully deal with such expenses. Choosing a lawyer with limited resources may result in settling your case too early and not getting the fair compensation you deserve. Larger legal firms can bring more resources to bear regarding experienced personnel and support staff, and this increases the likelihood of a successful verdict in your favor. The most respected personal injury attorneys and firms offer both free consultation services and a contingency arrangement – simply stated, if your chosen attorneys don’t win the case or successfully force a settlement, they don’t get paid. The experienced and dedicated Accident…Read More
Insurance company adjusters are not really on your side. Having the proper types of insurance is indispensable in our day and age, but when you deal with insurance companies, it is important to understand exactly how they work your claim, as paying out in full is detrimental to their bottom lines. While the insurance company’s adjuster may try to keep your payment as low as possible, you should be aware that if you were not at fault in the accident or injury you reported, you are entitled to have all of your reasonable damages and expenses covered. Some of the things adjusters may ask you to do which may help them to lessen or altogether deny your claim: Say that the accident was actually your fault, either wholly or partially. If the adjuster can get you to admit to even partial fault in an accident, your recovery may be greatly diminished. Ask for a recorded or written statement. Adjusters are trained to ask questions that are weighed to extract the information they want in favor of the insurance company. Have you sign a medical release.…Read More
Hungry goblins and elves are getting ready once again to go trick-or-treating in South Florida, and while Halloween is one of the most enjoyable evenings of any year, it’s important to remember that it can also be one of the most dangerous as well. Here are some easy-to-follow rules to keep this fun evening as safe as possible for trick-or-treaters of all ages: Children should be accompanied at all times by parents or responsible adults – no child or group of children should ever go trick or treating alone. Careless drivers represent the major threat for trick-or-treaters on Halloween night. Make sure to walk only on sidewalks, obeying all pedestrian and traffic laws. Children and the accompanying adults should all carry flashlights, and everyone should wear brightly colored costumes and/or reflective patches to increase visibility for the drivers. Children should be warned ahead of time to not consume any goodies while trick-or-treating; they must wait until the treats have been taken home and inspected by parents or adults in charge. The Fenstersheib Law Group, P.A. wish you and your little ones a very happy and…Read More
