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Heart.org is proud advocate for the American Heart Association. Their commitment is to ensure everyone everywhere has the opportunity to live a long and healthy life and they are doing invaluable work to address the growing health equity gap. This year I am serving as Chair of the AHA’s Executives with Heart campaign. The AHA ...

When $750,000 Isn’t Enough: Understanding Truck Accident Insurance Limits in Florida If you’ve been hit by a commercial truck in Florida, you might assume the trucking company’s large insurance policy will cover all your damages. However, federal minimum insurance requirements of $750,000 for interstate truckers can fall dramatically short when facing catastrophic injuries, extensive medical ...

Your Time to File a Truck Accident Claim Just Got Cut in Half If you were injured in a commercial truck accident in Florida after March 24, 2023, you now have only two years to file your lawsuit—not the four years victims previously had. This dramatic reduction in filing time came as part of sweeping ...

When Young Commercial Drivers Cause Devastating Accidents If you’ve been hit by a commercial truck in Florida, discovering the driver was under 21 could significantly impact your case. While CDL applicants must be at least 18 years old, drivers under 21 face strict restrictions limiting them to intrastate operation only. This age factor introduces unique ...

PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. — A 6-year-old girl, Emma Riddle of Fort Pierce, died after suffering severe injuries in a go-kart accident at the Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park on December 6. The incident occurred during a family visit to the indoor amusement facility, where authorities say a go-kart began moving erratically and crashed ...

When Trauma Meets Transformation: Understanding Your Path Forward If you’re reading this, you might be one of the many survivors seeking answers, support, or justice after experiencing sexual assault. The reality that 236 individuals in Palm Beach County received help this year reflects both a troubling truth and a hopeful message—you’re not alone, and help ...

Survivors of Forced Labor Have Rights Victims of forced labor and human trafficking have powerful rights under U.S. law. Even when exploitation is hidden behind the façade of a religious organization or justified with spiritual threats, survivors can pursue justice in both criminal and civil courts. At GOLDLAW, we understand the devastating impact of coercion, ...

Survivors Have Rights Victims of human trafficking — whether through forced labor, sexual exploitation, or both — have powerful rights under the law. In addition to the criminal charges brought by federal prosecutors, survivors may also pursue civil lawsuits against hotels, businesses, and individuals who enabled or profited from their abuse. These civil claims can ...

Survivors of Clergy Abuse Have Legal Rights Victims of clergy abuse—whether as children, teens, or young adults—have the right to pursue justice through the civil court system. Even when church leaders fail to act or attempt to cover up the wrongdoing, survivors may still be entitled to financial compensation for the trauma they have endured. ...

When a collision involves a commercial truck, everything changes. The damage is greater, the injuries are more severe, and the legal process becomes more complex. At GOLDLAW, we understand the high stakes of trucking accident litigation — and we’re built to handle it.  The Reality of Commercial Trucking Accidents  Accidents involving 18-wheelers, delivery trucks, and ...