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April 17, 2020

The FHCA Asks for Negligence Immunity During COVID-19

In early April, the Florida Health Care Association (FHCA) sent a letter to Governor Ron DeSantis asking for conditional immunity against liability for organizations providing COVID-19 related treatment. While granting this protection may allow Florida nursing homes, long-term care facilities, and health professionals to make hard decisions in a difficult …

April 16, 2020

5 Attorneys at WVFK&N Make Lawdragon Leading Lawyers List in 2020

At Wais, Vogelstein, Forman, Koch & Norman, LLC, client satisfaction is our number one goal, and our firm is known for our results. This year, many of our attorneys have been recognized by Lawdragon on the 2020 Lawdragon Leading Plaintiff Consumer Lawyers list. Lawdragon honorees include: Mary Koch (Partner) …

April 6, 2020

A Message to Law Students: This Too Shall Pass

Before the Covid-19 pandemic started, I had just finished teaching Advanced Trial Advocacy at the University of San Diego, School of Law. Because I experimented this year with a new schedule, I am one of the few professors who finished teaching before California’s Shelter in Place orders took effect. I’ve

February 11, 2020

Kobe Bryant Crash: NTSB Update Points to Improper VFR into IMC

From the outset it looked to me as though the Kobe Bryant crash was a simple case of “continued VFR into IMC” — a crash caused by a pilot wandering into clouds and fog and losing control of the helicopter and crashing. The NTSB’s update seems to confirm just that. 

September 30, 2019

Injured In An Accident The Guilty Puppy

If you have been injured in an accident, you need the help from our team at Accident Lawyers Firm. We are experienced, skilled, and diligent accident attorneys that know exactly what it takes to get the compensation and justice you deserve. We understand that the repercussions of an accident are

September 12, 2019

Investigation Into the Conception Fire Shows Serious Safety Flaws; Boat Owners File Petition to Avoid Liability

A preliminary investigation by the U.S. Coast Guard and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives reportedly shows that serious safety deficiencies may have caused or contributed to the Conception boat fire. The fire, which killed 34 people, was the worst maritime disaster in California history. The passengers on …

September 12, 2019

Investigation Into the Conception Fire Shows Serious Safety Flaws; Boat Owners File Petition to Avoid Liability

A preliminary investigation by the U.S. Coast Guard and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives reportedly shows that serious safety deficiencies may have caused or contributed to the Conception boat fire. The fire, which killed 34 people, was the worst maritime disaster in California history. The passengers on

July 12, 2019

I traveled internationally to Florida and was hurt in an accident. Can a Florida lawyer help?

The days and weeks that follow an accident can be very confusing, especially if you become injured while traveling to Florida from Ireland, Scotland, or the United Kingdom. If you are still in Florida, you should speak to an attorney before you return home. Even if you have already gone

July 12, 2019

I Was Hurt While Visiting Florida from Outside the United States. Am I Entitled to Compensation?

Many visitors from the United Kingdom, Scotland, and Ireland come to Florida each year, as there are many things to see and do in locations such as Miami, Ft. Lauderdale, and Orlando. Resorts like Disney and Universal Studios bring travelers from all over the world. Unfortunately, some visitors to Florida

July 10, 2019

What Should I Do if I was Injured on Vacation in Florida?

Every year people from all over the world visit Miami, Ft. Lauderdale, Orlando, and Disney’s beaches and resorts. Unfortunately, some vacations end with injuries sustained in accidents caused by carelessness. Florida tourists can become injured in car wrecks, slip and falls, and many other types of accidents while vacationing. Seek

July 8, 2019

Wais, Vogelstein, Forman, Koch & Norman Secures Record $229M Jury Award for Birth Injury Client

Attorneys Keith Forman, Mary Koch, and Sarah Smith of Wais, Vogelstein, Forman, Koch & Norman, LLC recently made history with a record-setting jury award for their birth injury client. A Baltimore jury awarded our client $229.6 million for the harm caused by a permanent brain injury suffered by her infant …

June 20, 2019

What to Know about Ridesharing Car Accidents and Insurance Policies

Ridesharing vehicles such as Lyft and Uber are becoming more popular as our lives continue to get busier, and in many respects, these services simplify commuting and make travel much easier. However, as their popularity increases, the risk of a ridesharing vehicle accident increases as well. Given the unique factors

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