Florida’s legislative landscape underwent a seismic shift on Monday, July 1, 2024, as almost 200 new laws took effect, reshaping everything from immigration enforcement to school curriculums and even balloon releases. These sweeping changes have sparked heated debate and ignited passionate discourse across the state. From contentious restrictions on gender identity discussions in schools…
GOLDLAW is pleased to announce that five attorneys have been recognized in 2024 by Florida Super Lawyers! The five GOLDLAW attorneys honored by Florida Super Lawyers include Craig M. Goldenfarb, Esq. (selected as a Super Lawyer from 2014–2018 and 2020–2024), Paul R. Shalhoub, Esq. (second consecutive year selected as a Super Lawyer; selected as…
According to the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV), there were 394,865 motor vehicle crashes in Florida in 2023, resulting in 252,240 injuries and 3.405 fatalities. While the numbers are disturbing, they are not shocking. Florida generally ranks at the top of total car accidents and fatalities resulting from crashes each…
The family of an equipment transport employee who was killed on Monday outside of the Kravis Center after a piece of heavy equipment fell on him may have a case to file a wrongful death claim. John Trevor Whiting of Stuart, an employee of All Florida Transport Services of Lake Park was moving a…
In a landmark decision with far-reaching implications for domestic abuse prevention, the Supreme Court upheld a federal law that prohibits individuals subject to domestic abuse restraining orders from possessing firearms. The 8-1 ruling, announced on June 21, 2024, represents a significant victory for advocates of stricter gun control measures and a crucial step toward…
The recent settlement in the Margaritaville at Sea Paradise case has cast a harsh light on the disturbing reality of sexual assault on cruise ships. Two women bravely came forward, accusing a bartender of raping them on the ship, highlighting a troubling trend that has plagued the industry for years. Alarming Statistics While cruise…
If you’ve ever felt like navigating Palm Beach County roads is a bit like driving in a high-stakes game of bumper cars, you’re not alone. Our county has a serious traffic accident problem, and it’s not just your imagination – the numbers prove it. Military Trail is #1 once Again For the second year…
GOLDLAW Honors EMSHE Scholarship Winners The 2024 Emanuel McMiller Scholarship for Higher Education (EMSHE), created by GOLDLAW Founder/CEO Craig Goldenfarb, recently celebrated its third anniversary, honoring three outstanding alumni of The Gerald A. Williams Center for Pre-Law at Palm Beach Lakes Community High School, in West Palm Beach, Florida. The ceremony, held at GOLDLAW…
E-scooters have rapidly become a popular mode of transportation in Florida’s urban areas, lauded for their convenience and eco-friendly benefits. As cities like Miami, Tampa, and Orlando embrace this new trend, the surge in e-scooter usage has brought a significant, albeit unintended consequence: a rise in accidents. This growing trend has raised concerns among…
In Florida, individuals may have a case to make a personal injury or wrongful death claim due to heat illness, such as heat exhaustion or heat stroke only under specific circumstances. These claims can arise from both work-related and recreational activities, depending on the situation and the duty of care owed by the responsible…
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