Sagi Shaked Named President of the Southern Trial Lawyers Association
March 21, 2023 | Sagi Shaked | Personal Injury
Shaked Law Personal Injury Lawyers is pleased to announce that our founding attorney Sagi Shaked has been named president of the Southern Trial Lawyers Association. We are extremely proud of Sagi’s latest accomplishment. Established in 1988, the Southern Trial Lawyers Association promotes “fellowship, learning, networking among trial lawyers” in southern states. The STLA includes...
Read moreStep-by-Step Guide for Filing a Miami Personal Injury Claim
March 20, 2023 | Sagi Shaked | Personal Injury
Filing a personal injury claim can be an intimidating process. It requires time, effort, and patience—not to mention the emotional toll of dealing with an injury. However, if you have suffered an injury due to someone else’s negligence, it is important to know your options and how you can receive the compensation you deserve....
Read moreHow to Report an Unsafe Truck Driver in Miami, FL
March 1, 2023 | Sagi Shaked | Truck Accidents
Due to their large size and weight, commercial trucks are often the most dangerous vehicles on Florida roadways. Despite state and federal regulations that require truckers to engage in safe driving, trucks continue to cause thousands of truck accidents and fatalities yearly. If you commute around Miami, you'll understand the city's traffic. Whenever you...
Read moreMotorcycle Passenger Rights After an Accident in Miami
February 28, 2023 | Sagi Shaked | Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcycle accidents are distressingly common on Miami roads. The dangers of riding a motorcycle extend not only to operators but to motorcycle passengers as well. Concerns are perhaps even more acute for motorcycle passengers because they have no direct control over the operators' decisions. Unfortunately, these decisions can be catastrophic or even tragic. If...
Read moreWill My Insurance Cover Physical Therapy Expenses After a Florida Car Crash?
February 27, 2023 | Sagi Shaked | Car Accidents
Car crashes can cause any number of serious injuries. From broken bones to concussions and contusions, healing from these accidents can take many months, and the medical bills can quickly stack up. Medical professionals may recommend physical therapy as the best way to regain mobility and improve certain conditions. However, these treatments come with...
Read moreBlind Spot Truck Accidents in Miami, Florida
February 13, 2023 | Sagi Shaked | Truck Accidents
More than 13 million semi-trucks roll down US highways and interstates every day. These trucks can weigh as much as twenty times the weight of normal cars, and accidents with them can be devastating. Many accidents with semi-trucks happen when cars wind up in their blind spots. So where are the blind spots on...
Read moreShould I File a Workers’ Comp or Personal Injury Claim in Florida?
February 11, 2023 | Sagi Shaked | Workers’ Compensation
Being injured at work typically means filing a Florida workers’ compensation claim. Some injured workers might also be able to file a personal injury claim. However, how do you know whether to file a workers’ comp claim or a personal injury claim? Do not assume you are limited to workers’ comp benefits if you...
Read moreHow Many MPH Can I Go Above the Speed Limit in Miami?
February 10, 2023 | Sagi Shaked | Car Accidents
If you’re a resident of Miami, you know that the city’s traffic can get pretty nasty. In fact, South Florida, with its many freeways, highways, and congested streets, can make for a stressful driving experience. When you’re in a hurry, it’s easy to forget to watch the speedometer. When this occurs, you risk breaking...
Read moreMotorcycle Parking Laws in Florida
February 9, 2023 | Sagi Shaked | Motorcycle Accidents
One of the biggest advantages of owning a motorcycle is that it doesn’t take up much space. Thanks to their small profile, you can easily store multiple motorcycles in a single garage or park in a standard parking space with plenty of room to spare. However, just because your motorcycle can fit nearly anywhere...
Read moreWhat Is the Difference Between Negligence and Negligence Per Se?
February 8, 2023 | Sagi Shaked | Personal Injury
Negligence, a legal term of art that means something like “carelessness,” is the most common basis of personal injury lawsuits. There are several different kinds of negligence—ordinary negligence, negligence per se, gross negligence, and (in criminal court) criminal negligence. It is particularly important to grasp the distinction between ordinary negligence and negligence per se....
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