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Who is to Blame in a Car Crash When Backing Up in Florida?
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Many different car crashes occur on Florida roadways every day, including accidents when backing up. These accidents happen quite often in parking lots and driveways. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports an estimated 30,000 backing-up accidents in the nation each year. Although the frequency and severity of car crashes while backing up can […]
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What Can I Do If the At-Fault Driver Lied to the Insurance Company?
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Florida is a no-fault state. All parties must turn to their own auto insurance policies to file claims no matter who is at fault for the car accident. However, this does not absolve someone from liability. It is important to establish who is at fault for the accident to avoid higher insurance premiums and to […]
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How Can I Be Compensated After a Sun Glare Auto Accident?
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Florida drivers must be prepared for all sorts of weather conditions, including sun glare. At certain times of the day, the sun is at an angle that creates a strong glare across windshields. The bright light can cause temporary blindness and lead to a serious accident. Our attorneys at Gordon & Partners are prepared to […]
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What Are My Legal Options If I Am Hit By an Uninsured Driver?
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Getting hit by an uninsured motorist can leave you with a lot of questions: What do I do next? Will I still be compensated for my injuries? Should I hire an attorney? When a driver does not have insurance and causes a crash, it can create a significant hardship for the victim. Recovering compensation to […]
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How Are Settlements Different From a Jury Verdict in a Car Accident Claim?
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Most car accident cases are settled outside of court. This is because a trial can be expensive and time-consuming for both parties. However, it does not mean that it is always a good idea to settle. You want to make sure that all of your damages are considered before attempting to resolve your claim. At […]
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What Happens in Florida When an Excluded Driver Causes a Crash?
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Insurance companies or policyholders may decide to exclude drivers from car insurance policies for one reason or another. An insurance company may want to prevent a risky driver from operating an insured vehicle while a policyholder may want to save money on his or her car insurance. But what if an excluded driver causes a […]
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Do I Have a Legal Claim If I Have No Recollection of the Crash?
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If you are in a crash, it is not uncommon to have no recollection of the crash or the moments leading up to it. Experiencing memory loss, however, can be concerning for crash victims who are looking to pursue a legal claim. Victims may feel that they do not have enough credibility to build a […]
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What Are My Rights After Being Injured in a Rubbernecking Accident?
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There are many car accidents that are preventable, including those that involve rubbernecking. Drivers often rubberneck as they pass by an accident, a traffic stop, or a vehicle pulled over on the road. While it may be tempting to see what is happening, rubbernecking can be dangerous. This type of behavior causes 10 to 16 […]
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Do I Have to Use a Certain Repair Shop for My Car After a Crash?
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If you are in an accident and your car is damaged, you may be unsure where to get it repaired. You may even feel pressured to go to a repair shop the insurance company recommends. Knowing your rights in these situations is important. Insurance companies routinely take advantage of car crash victims as they attempt […]
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Should I Accept Cash from the Negligent Driver at the Crash Scene?
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Sometimes the driver who caused a crash may offer the victim cash at the scene to avoid filing a claim. He or she may attempt to resolve the matter on the spot in exchange for the victim not having to contact the police and/or go through the lengthy compensation process with the insurance company. While […]
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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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