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Who May Be Liable After a Test Drive Car Crash?
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Most people want to try out a car they are thinking of buying. Vehicles are not cheap, so taking it out on the road first is a good way to get a feel for how it operates. However, what if you get into a crash during a test drive? Does the dealership have insurance to […]
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Why Jaw and Ear Pain After a Crash Could Indicate a Severe Injury
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The impact of a crash can cause the body to experience a great amount of force all at once. Even seemingly minor car accidents occurring at low speeds can cause the body to be subjected to tons of force. This force can may result in immediate pain or cause delayed injuries or hidden symptoms.Injuries to […]
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Why Highway Hypnosis Increases the Risk of a Car Crash
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If you have ever been behind the wheel for long periods of time, you may have experienced highway hypnosis. It is a phenomenon that causes you to go into a trance-like state while driving. Highway hypnosis can affect a driver’s ability to safely respond to unexpected situations and hazardous conditions on the roadway, increasing the […]
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Car Crash Risks for Pedestrians During Florida Summers
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Car crashes involving pedestrians often lead to serious or disabling injuries and death. Although many pedestrian crashes take place throughout the year in Florida, car crash risks tend to increase during the summer months between June and August as more people are out and enjoying the warmer weather. Our attorneys discuss several reasons for the […]
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What You Need to Know Before Your Car Accident Claim Deposition
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Depositions are an important part of the legal process and can be used to gather information about a case. A deposition is testimony taken under oath outside of a courtroom for discovery purposes. It is a question-and-answer session where the attorneys for both parties take turns answering questions. Generally, the questions asked are the same […]
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Does Florida Allow Stacking of Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Insurance?
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Uninsured motorist (UM)/underinsured motorist (UIM) insurance can cover you when you are in a crash with an at-fault driver who does not carry or have enough bodily injury liability insurance. The amount of compensation the insurance company will pay to cover your injuries and damages will depend on your coverage limits. The higher the limits […]
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Summer Slip and Fall Hazards That Could Lead to a Legal Claim
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Summer brings plenty of sunshine and recreational activities. However, this time of the year also increases the risk of outdoor slip and falls. To stay safe in the summer, it is important to be aware of the most common slip and fall hazards. This includes knowing what to do if involved in a slip and […]
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Why Refusing Medical Treatment at the Crash Scene Could be Bad for Your Claim
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Sometimes crash victims may refuse medical treatment at the scene because they do not feel much pain or think that their injuries are serious. However, refusing medical treatment after a crash could affect your claim in several ways. It could make it easier for the insurance company to offer you less compensation. At Gordon & […]
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Mistakes Injury Victims Make When Talking to Doctors About Their Injuries
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An injury victim’s interactions with his or her doctor about his or her injuries are important. Failing to report the level of pain and limitations you are experiencing and how these limitations affect your ability to work will impact your doctor’s opinion of your injury. Medical records are critical in a personal injury case. The […]
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Dangers of Summertime Driving in South Florida
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While the summertime brings longer days and plenty of sunshine, this time of year also brings increased driving dangers. Driving in South Florida can be particularly dangerous during the summer months. A large percentage of car crash deaths happen between July and September, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). In Florida, August […]
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Verdicts & Settlements
R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company product liability.
R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Company product liability.
Jury verdict for the wrongful death of a 63-year-old man survived by his widow.
Verdict against cigarette manufacturer for family of local lawyer who died of lung cancer.
Verdict against tobacco manufacturer for family of man who died from lung cancer as a result of smoking.
Verdict for widow of man who died of lung cancer as a result of addiction to smoking.
Gordon and Partners, along with co-counsel, recently represented the family of a smoker who passed away when she was 60 years old from lung cancer caused from her long time addiction to smoking cigarettes since she was a young girl. The case was tried in Lowell, Massachusetts and resulted in a verdict of 17 million dollars on May 31, 2019.
Recovery for man and family for injuries caused by a defective auto part.
Verdict for a smoker who contracted cancer of the jaw.
A Pinellas County jury verdict for the estate of a man who died of lung cancer at the age of 42.
Jury verdict for the wrongful death of a 68-year-old man from lung cancer from smoking cigarettes manufactured by RJR and Philip Morris.
Negligent supervision at Assisted Living Facility resulting in death.
Jury verdict for the wrongful death of a 97-year-old woman at an ALF.
Recovery for man who suffered brain injury and paralysis after collision with Blood Mobile.
Jury verdict in drowning death of autistic boy at a construction site.
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Robert E. Gordon
Robert E. Gordon is a personal injury attorney and founding member of the law Offices of Gordon & Partners. He is a strong advocate in fighting for the injured.
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