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Personal Injury Law (Accidents/Slip & Fall)/Questions Answered by Expert Joseph Maus
| Subject | Date Asked |
| bodily injury | 2/9/2012 |
| Q: I'm writing for my friend Hattie who was just in a car accident with her 12 year old daughter in the ... A: no standard formula to use. You have to estimate what her current and future medical bills will be, ... | |
| Question Regarding Personal Injury Settlement Documents | 12/27/2011 |
| Q: Good Morning Mr.Maus: I am currently looking for some advice from you about this situation. A few ... A: Lynn, your email does not indicate where you are from. I am a Florida accident and injury attorney ... | |
| Stepped on hanger and fell in Walmart | 12/24/2011 |
| Q: I was walking quickly to the exit in Walmart yesterday after having picked up a ship-to-store item. ... A: Mimi, I am a Florida accident lawyer specializing in car accident claims, slip and fall accidents, ... | |
| Slip & Fall. | 10/22/2011 |
| Q: I fell in Auto Zone and was told that my Past Criminal background will not allow me to prove that it ... A: Gloria, if your fall occurred in Florida, having a criminal background does not preclude you from ... | |
| pregnant fell on spill at walmart | 8/3/2011 |
| Q: I am 5 months pregnant with identical twins so I am considered a high risk pregnancy. Yesterday I ... A: Angela, I am a Florida accident lawyer specializing in car accident claims, slip and fall ... | |
| injured at walmart | 7/19/2011 |
| Q: I was shopping at Walmart last night and the ice chest I wanted was on the top shelf in the back it ... A: Daniel, I am a Florida accident lawyer specializing in car accident claims, slip and fall ... | |
| Trip and fall | 7/19/2011 |
| Q: I tripped and fell over a metal edging sticking up around a tree next to my car in the parking lot ... A: April, I am a Florida accident lawyer specializing in car accident claims, slip and fall accidents, ... | |
| Slip and Fall | 5/31/2011 |
| Q: What does this mean for me? A: if there are lawyers for the defendant, this means that your case is most likely in litigation. ... | |
| friend fell | 5/28/2011 |
| Q: My best friend fell in circle k bathroom due to a wet spot on the floor she really hurt her ... A: Cristie, The answer to your question depends on the law in Oklahoma for slip and fall accidents, and ... | |
| child injury in store | 5/13/2011 |
| Q: a few weeks ago me and my daughter were in a childrens clothing store and she was in the stroller ... A: Ashley, you need to speak with an attorney in North Carolina that specializes in injury and accident ... | |
| liability from one insurance policy | 4/12/2011 |
| Q: My wife received a summons for an accident, liability suit. A 10 year old boy was not looking and ... A: John, I am a Florida attorney specializing in injury and accident claims. I don't know where you ... | |
| Court Date | 3/18/2011 |
| Q: I have a question relating to customary court procedure. I'm involved in a personal injury lawsuit ... A: Tom, I don't know what state you live in, but in Florida, courts will usually accomodate a party ... | |
| Fall/Slipped inside the mall | 2/3/2011 |
| Q: Two weeks ago i slipped on a wet spot in the mall. I fell with an outstretched right leg and ... A: Alfredo, I apologize about not responding to your question sooner. I had a complete answer typed ... | |
| arm injury | 1/28/2011 |
| Q: Mr. Maus: I am in very great dire need. Any direction would be so welcomed. I suffered a ... A: Leah, you need to consult with an accident injury lawyer in Seattle. I am a accident injury lawyer ... | |
| trip and fall at indian casino | 1/17/2011 |
| Q: I tripped and fell over a water pipe (pvc) 2-3inches above ground stretched out over a sidewalk. I ... A: Darla, It depends what state you live in, and on what indian reservation the accident occurred. I ... | |
| Car accident | 1/6/2011 |
| Q: My husband and I were recently involved in an accident, which was the other driver's fault. She had ... A: Anita, your email does not indicate in what state you live. I am a Florida attorney specializing in ... | |
| car accident | 1/3/2011 |
| Q: I was a passenger in a car accident one week ago and I was 12wks pregnant I am now 13wks pregnant ... A: Nicole, I am an attorney in Florida specializing in car accident claims, slip and falls, and work ... | |
| Slip and fall | 1/1/2011 |
| Q: A: Jamie, there are many questions I have about the incident you had. In order to give you any ... | |
| Back injury due to fall | 11/27/2010 |
| Q: I was at a garden centre on the 3/10/10. To get to the entrance you have to go down some marble like ... A: Joanne, I am a Florida accident lawyer specializing in car accident claims, slip and fall accidents, ... | |
| Obtaining medical care after a car accident | 11/3/2010 |
| Q: I live in Florida and I was in a car accident last year, and my case was handled by an attorney per ... A: Michelle, in Florida, drivers are require to have Personal Injury Protection insurance coverage. ... | |
| Slip and Fall | 10/21/2010 |
| Q: My sister slipped and broke her foot while walking in a commerical building, the floor is uneven ... A: Lorraine, Your email does not indicate in which state your sister fell. I am a Florida accident ... | |
| black ice slip and fall in tallahassee | 10/20/2010 |
| Q: last January there was quite a cold streak. i fell on ice on the last day of freezing weather caused ... A: Sheri, there have been several lawsuits arising out of slip and falls on ice, particularly since ... | |
| Florida Car Accident Statute of Limitations | 10/12/2010 |
| Q: I was involved in a car accident 4 years ago. There were no witnesses at the time and no one was ... A: Samira, the statute of limitations for Florida car accidents is four years from the date of the ... | |
| Fell in Walmart | 9/29/2010 |
| Q: .. I live in Virginia and yesterday I went to walmart and i got a few items and walked to the front ... A: Gabrielle, I am a Florida accident lawyer specializing in car accident claims, slip and fall ... | |
| Injury at Wal Mart | 9/20/2010 |
| Q: My spouse slipped on some gel-like substance on the floor while we were shopping at Walmart. Her ... A: Lenny, Your email does not indicate what state you are from. I am a Florida accident lawyer ... | |
| Florida car accident medical bills | 9/12/2010 |
| Q: I was recently rear-ended (in FLA) while stopped and attempting to enter onto a highway. There was ... A: Nikki, since your accident occurred in Florida, I will presume you live in Florida. I am a Florida ... | |
| slip twisted ankle | 9/7/2010 |
| Q: I was staying at the Best Western in Savanah GA and got hurt. I was walking towards the AC inorder ... A: David, I am an accident injury attorney in Florida specializing in car accident, trip and ... | |
| Slip and Fall | 8/31/2010 |
| Q: My family, mom, sister, brother, niece nephew and myself had lunch at a local restaurant. It rained ... A: Kasiah, you can ask the business to provide you with medical care, but I doubt the business will do ... | |
| Fall/broke ankle | 8/29/2010 |
| Q: 2 weeks ago I had lunch at a large chain restaurant, when I stood up to leave my foot slipped on the ... A: Debby, having suffered a broken ankle,you should definitely look into making whether a claim can be ... | |
| slip & fall at Hampton inn in TX | 8/25/2010 |
| Q: On 6/24/10 I slip and fell in the tub at a Hampton inn in TX. The tub had not tub mat nor did it ... A: Monique, not sure what your question(s) is, but I would be surprised if you can't find an attorney ... | |
| Slip and Fall accident at Fort Lauderdale International Airport | 8/24/2010 |
| Q: My mother recently fell on the jetway at the Ft. Lauderdale airport fracturing her right shoulder ... A: Cristy, Just following up to see if you received my original response concerning your mother's ... | |
| slip and fall | 8/23/2010 |
| Q: I was shopping at Food Lion when i slipped on some juice and fell onto my buggy then the floor, I ... A: Sandra, your email does not indicate what state you live in. I am an accident injury lawyer in ... | |
| question | 8/19/2010 |
| Q: I'm currently a student and I have almost no money and very little income. I'm going to be sued. (I ... A: You should contact the Illinois State Bar association, or your local county bar association, to ask ... | |
| florida statute of limtations for car accident | 7/14/2010 |
| Q: My insurance rep tells me that my statute of limitations has expired (6/25/10) and I am not eligible ... A: in certain situations, i.e. medical malpractice claims, that is a valid argument. But generally, ... | |
| broken glass tabletop, injury to child | 7/14/2010 |
| Q: my 5 year old was standing on the floor, reaching for something on a glass table at a timeshare ... A: Erica, if your child has scarring that does not resolve, he (through you as the parent) has a claim ... | |
| florida statute of limtations for car accident | 7/9/2010 |
| Q: My insurance rep tells me that my statute of limitations has expired (6/25/10) and I am not eligible ... A: Sandra, The statute of limitations in a negligence claim in Florida is governed by Fla. Stat. sec. ... | |
| Fall at Dept. Store | 7/6/2010 |
| Q: Last wk. I was shopping in Belk Dept. Store. I was walking down thru the aisles looking at ... A: Carol, the answer to your question depends on how serious your injury(s) is. If you're still having ... | |
| slip & fall | 6/28/2010 |
| Q: I suffered a torn medial & lateral tear from a slip & fall accident at a major chain store back in ... A: 1. you should submit a demand once you are released by your doctors. 2. you should include in ... | |
| slip/fall | 6/12/2010 |
| Q: i fell at my sisters rent home n broke my r wrist n was took er cast was put on n now three wks ... A: Brenda, it depends on why you fell, i.e. what caused you to fall. If some defect or dangerous ... | |
| Shelf fell on foot | 6/10/2010 |
| Q: I was in Walmart when one of thier metal shelves fell on my foot. (A worker was rearranging a ... A: Robin, it depends on whether you were injured as a result of the falling shelf. If you were ... | |
| car accident settlement | 6/9/2010 |
| Q: I was in car accident 3 months ago and at the time I was 3 months pregnant. I was not at fault but ... A: Jackie, I am a Florida accident injury lawyer, and car accident laws vary from state to state. Your ... | |
| Hotel Injury | 6/7/2010 |
| Q: I was severely injured at a Georgia hotel. I am going to attempt to sue the hotel in a pro se ... A: Jeff, I am not aware of any site like the one your mentioning, but the information should be public ... | |
| injured while shopping at Vons | 6/5/2010 |
| Q: I was in the check out line. A couple feet away was a man on a ladder hanging up a HUGE sign. He ... A: Jeannie, it depends on how long ago your accident happened. Hopefully, you have been to a doctor to ... | |
| SJM | 5/29/2010 |
| Q: Maus, I would like to get general information as if it relates to Fla. state court in which ... A: Vlad, I have never handled a False Arrest claim, so it sounds like you may know more about this area ... | |
| SJM | 5/24/2010 |
| Q: Maus, I would like to get general information as if it relates to Fla. state court in which ... A: Vlad, I don't know the facts of your case to enable me to give you advice on what your best course ... | |
| help | 5/21/2010 |
| Q: they let me upstairs into the nightclub area as i approached the smokers section i slipped in a ... A: Stephany, with your injuries being as severe as they are, you should definitely look into making a ... | |
| fall | 5/20/2010 |
| Q: A few weeks ago, a family member (2 year old) was injured at a retail store. He sustained injuries ... A: My advice on whether you should speak with an accident injury lawyer depends on the extent of the ... | |
| slip n fall final order | 5/19/2010 |
| Q: my mother recently lost a slip and fall case against a very prestigious restaurant,in west palm ... A: Erick, I couldn't begin to tell you why your mother lost the case unless I sat thru the 3 day trial, ... | |
| Auto injury | 5/15/2010 |
| Q: My husband (Mark) and I were in a fender bender on Dec. 1st, 2009. We were stopped at a red light ... A: D, your question is a tough one to answer. Your email does not indicate where your accident ... | |
| fall down the stairs | 5/11/2010 |
| Q: I live in an apartment complex on a 2nd story in south Florida. I went to walk my dog at night and ... A: I think you should probably speak to a trip and fall lawyer at this point. Whether you pursue a ... | |
| Ins Co offered 42500.00 to settle injury claim | 5/6/2010 |
| Q: ""We live in Houston Texas my 18 year old daughter was involved in a auto accident she was the ... A: Alyssa, your question is a tough one to answer. I am a Florida accident injury lawyer, and I'm not ... | |
| slip and fall in a night club | 4/23/2010 |
| Q: Hello i slipped and fell in a night club's dance floor can i sue the club or there insurance company ... A: Yes, you can sue the night club, but there are many factors which you need to consider before filing ... | |
| Interrogatory Answers about asset in an Accident Injury case | 4/18/2010 |
| Q: I was told that in a personal injury lawsuit the defendant is required to complete a written ... A: Kelly, your email does not indicate in what state you live. I am a Florida accident injury lawyer, ... | |
| Slip & Fall on Ice at ACME in PA | 4/12/2010 |
| Q: In Dec. 2008 I went shopping after dark at an ACME in PA. With me was my with a cold sick at that ... A: Susanne, The answer to your questions depends on the law in Pennsylvania for slip and fall ... | |
| Slip & fall at a hotel | 4/7/2010 |
| Q: I was wondering if it is possible to sue the hotel were i stayed for falling down the stairs that ... A: Esmeralda, you can still pursue a claim against the hotel, but it makes it much easier if you had ... | |
| slip n fall walmart | 4/3/2010 |
| Q: on march 29 2010 at 1:00pm i slpped an feel from some yellow unknowm substance with my 1 year old ... A: Sunday, Your email does not indicate what state you are from. I am a Florida accident lawyer ... | |
| Shopping Cart accident at Sam's Club | 3/26/2010 |
| Q: Yesterday my wife and I went to Sam's club. Upon entry into the store in the "cart barn" I was ... A: Craig, My advice on whether you should speak with an accident injury lawyer depends on the extent ... | |
| Son slipped and fell in Florida hotel bathtub | 3/18/2010 |
| Q: We are currently on vacation at the loews royal pacific hotel. Two nights ago my six year oldson ... A: Brandi, you do have rights in Florida to recover for your son's medical expenses, pain and ... | |
| Expert Witness | 3/17/2010 |
| Q: What do you do when your personal injury attorney will not communicate with your expert witness ... A: Chris, it is very difficult to second guess an accident injury attorney working on your case. I ... | |
| slipped on water in grocery store. | 3/14/2010 |
| Q: I live in TX. This happened in a local grocery store. Short version of story. I was going to get ... A: Lyn, your email does not indicate what state you live in. I am an accident injury lawyer in Florida ... | |
| slip & fall on ice | 3/10/2010 |
| Q: On January 11th 2010 I was walking in the parking lot of an office complex. I slipped on ice ... A: Sheri, usually when I see a question like yours, i.e. slipped and fell due to ice in a parking lot, ... | |
| slip and fall injury | 3/6/2010 |
| Q: . no hand rails were provided it was 1 big 10 1/2 inch drop which in the city i live in is a code ... A: Tiffany, I can try to provide you with some helpful information about your fall, but please consult ... | |
| slip/ fall statue of limitation in Florida. | 3/5/2010 |
| Q: I injured my ankle back in December 2007 while I was working.I was providing mental health therapy ... A: Monica, the statute of limitations in Florida for slip and fall claims is four years. That means ... | |
| Personal Injury to my minor child | 3/3/2010 |
| Q: While staying at a hotel in Bossier City, Louisiana, my 5 year old was walking around the hotel's ... A: Sarah, The answer to your questions depends on the law in your state for premises liability ... | |
| Child Injured in unprotected school playgrounf | 2/17/2010 |
| Q: My son is 5 years old and enrolled in a private Montessori school nursery to Kindergarten. He was ... A: I don't know for sure whether there is a law that prohibits a play area at a kindergarten from being ... | |
| Child Injured in unprotected school playgrounf | 2/16/2010 |
| Q: My son is 5 years old and enrolled in a private Montessori school nursery to Kindergarten. He was ... A: Monica, Your email does not indicate what state you live in. I am a Florida accident lawyer ... | |
| Slip and fall @ Disney World | 2/12/2010 |
| Q: While visiting Disney World in December 09, i was in the restroom in the lobby at one of the ... A: Robert, the best advice I can give you is to speak with an experienced Florida accident injury ... | |
| slip and fall injury | 2/11/2010 |
| Q: I fell in the parking lot at Wal-mart.I was crossing over the medium of the parking lot as I stepped ... A: Kim, I can try to provide you with some helpful information about your fall, but please consult with ... | |
| Slip & Fall Injury | 2/10/2010 |
| Q: I recently fell in the parking lot of a post office by stepping on a cracked area in the pavement.I ... A: Loretta, I can try to provide you with some helpful information about your fall, but please consult ... | |
| workers comp claim | 2/9/2010 |
| Q: my question is i was hurt in at work and had surgery on my back disc surgery l4 microdisectomy that ... A: Ed, the most important factor affecting the answer to your questions was left out. That is, what ... | |
| Summary Judgment | 2/6/2010 |
| Q: We have filed a wrongful death lawsuit and the defense attorney has submitted a Motion for Summary ... A: Tim, your email does not indicate what state you live in. I am an attorney in Florida, so the laws ... | |
| slip/fall | 1/13/2010 |
| Q: while leaving a fast food rest. in fl, I tripped on some uneven pavement in the parking lot and went ... A: Dawn, your option is to pursue the company responsible for maintaining the parking lot, through its ... | |
| Job injury | 1/11/2010 |
| Q: I had an accident at my job where I badly hurt my ankle and foot. I did let a supervisor know about ... A: Roger, your answer raises many issues in Florida's workers compensation system. It is probably ... | |
| Fall on Ice in my Condo Parking Lot | 1/7/2010 |
| Q: I fell on ice in my condo parking lot a few weeks ago. The condo association cleared the parking lot ... A: Sharon, The answer to your questions depends on the law in your state for slip and fall accidents, ... | |
| Hurt at work | 1/5/2010 |
| Q: I was recently injured at work, I work in a warehouse In Maryland loading and unloading rail cars. I ... A: Daniel, since your claim occurred in Maryland, I can't give you details on how the workers comp ... | |
| work comp | 12/31/2009 |
| Q: In 2005 I was involved in an accident at work in florida. I was a cdl A delivery driver for an ... A: Philip, your question is pretty complicated as it involves at least two claims from the original ... | |
| Settlement for car accident in vacation | 12/15/2009 |
| Q: One month ago, in my vacation time, somebody hit my car from rear. The car called total loss and I ... A: GtG - I am an attorney in Florida, so I can only speak about what type damages you can recover in ... | |
| slip and fall | 12/9/2009 |
| Q: Do i have a case if: On a rainy day, I walked into a grocery store with my 9month old son in my hand ... A: Chevy, your email does not indicate what state you live in. I am a personal injury lawyer in ... | |
| daughter hit by a car | 12/7/2009 |
| Q: In June my daughter got off of the public bus and crossed the street as a pedestrian and was hit by ... A: Nikia, you are probably right. Insurance companies know that most people that are not accident ... | |
| airbags/insurance | 12/6/2009 |
| Q: i had two friends who were in an accident. their car was stopped in traffic when a vehicle rear ... A: Keith, it depends on where your friend's accident occurred. I am a Florida accident injury lawyer ... | |
| Wal Mart slip and fall | 12/3/2009 |
| Q: My elderly mother fell in WM nearly 3 years ago and the case is still in litigation. The store was ... A: Doralynn, Your email does not indicate what state you are from. I am a Florida accident lawyer ... | |
| how do I know? | 12/2/2009 |
| Q: This is going to sound awful! Rear ended May this year. When it gets down to settling how one ... A: Bruce, this is a great question. It is very difficult for me to know exactly what is going through ... | |
| Demand or Request for Settlement | 12/1/2009 |
| Q: I have been reading some of the other posts for slip and falls. I don't see any information or ... A: Latrice, you should probably explain to the grocery store representative that you are considering ... | |
| Demand or Request for Settlement | 11/30/2009 |
| Q: I have been reading some of the other posts for slip and falls. I don't see any information or ... A: Latrice, your email does not indicate what state you live in. I am a Florida accident attorney ... | |
| Slip and fall at walmart | 11/22/2009 |
| Q: I walked into walmart with my wife and i was driving an empty cart, seems i slipped on some crushed ... A: Jason, Your email does not indicate what state you are from. I am a Florida accident lawyer ... | |
| fall injury | 11/22/2009 |
| Q: I was shopping in costco and while i was going up the escalator my cart that was full(over 100 ... A: Raisa, The answer to your question depends on the law of the state in which you live. Your email ... | |
| can I still sue | 11/18/2009 |
| Q: I slipped and fell in Greese Ny 2004. I got out of the van in the street and slipped on a large ice ... A: The answer to your questions depends on the statute of limitations (SOL) in New York for slip and ... | |
| Child's injury at school | 11/2/2009 |
| Q: My son got injured last week at school. We live in Satellite Beach Fl, and my son goes to school at ... A: Isabel, Don't expect to find anything worthwhile in the report. If the School turns it over to ... | |
| Slip & Fall | 10/13/2009 |
| Q: I fall in Winn-Dixie I hurt my right knee needed surgery for torn meniscus.Winn-Dixie send me a ... A: I could not begin to estimate what your claim is worth without knowing much more information about ... | |
| my son was injuried at school | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: my son was in school when his finger got slammed in the door,which lead him to have his finger ... A: Deshena, Your email does not indicate what state you live in. I am a Florida accident lawyer ... | |
| Slip and fall in parking lot at work | 10/7/2009 |
| Q: I slipped and fell in the parking lot where I work the day following an ice storm. Lot look clear, ... A: Dar, your email does not indicate what state you live in. I am a Florida attorney specializing in ... | |
| Elevator Accident | 10/4/2009 |
| Q: I was in an elevator accident in early 2007 where the elevator fell with me in it. This took place ... A: Bill, I am a Florida accident lawyer specializing in premises liability claims such as elevator ... | |
| child injury rights | 9/25/2009 |
| Q: My friend is an older lady with a 10 year old child. Recently, he and another child were playing ... A: Stephanie, your email does not indicate what state you live in. I am a Florida personal injury ... | |
| Child Arm Injury and more | 9/25/2009 |
| Q: My daughter who just turned 4 was hit on the elbow by another child in after school care. Her arm ... A: Anna, Your email does not indicate what state you live in. I am a Florida accident lawyer ... | |
| Slip and Fall at an Atlantic City Casino | 9/21/2009 |
| Q: 10 days ago, I was staying at the Borgota Casino in AC. After coming back inside from checking the ... A: Kristen, its not too late, but its getting close. My advice to you is to contact an accident lawyer ... | |
| slip and fall | 9/17/2009 |
| Q: The first day of our Disneyworld vacation it was a little rainy out and while walking down the ... A: Jeanette, in Florida you have the right to make a claim for injuries, medical bills, pain and ... | |
| slip & fa;; | 9/9/2009 |
| Q: I had a slip & fall which caused a broken foot. Surgery was done & 10 weeks of physical ... A: Jasmere, the value of your claim depends on many, many factors, and it would be difficult for me to ... | |
| SLIP AND FALL | 9/5/2009 |
| Q: I LIVE IN ST.PETERSBURG FL.MY ACCIDENT HAPPENED IN NASHVILLE,TENNESSEE AT THE AIRPORT.I FELL AND ... A: Clara, because your fall occurred in Tennessee, any claim you make is evaluated under Tenn law, and ... | |
| Slip & Fall Accident | 9/3/2009 |
| Q: In Feb of 08 I fell while playing tennis and fractured a wrist. The tennis courts are in my ... A: No, the photo is not critical; but, it helps. Juries (and insurance adjustors) like to see things ... | |
| Box Store lifting injury. | 9/2/2009 |
| Q: I was at a major box store shopping for an air conditioner. When I found one on sale the box was on ... A: Ken, your email does not say where your incident occurred. I am an attorney in Florida specializing ... | |
| Settlement with insurance company | 9/1/2009 |
| Q: I was involved in a car accident in FL on 01/20/06, and it was my fault. The lady who was involved ... A: Typically, a release will say that the party paying the money shall do so within a certain amount of ... | |
| Slip & Fall Accident | 8/31/2009 |
| Q: In Feb of 08 I fell while playing tennis and fractured a wrist. The tennis courts are in my ... A: Linda, your email does not indicate what state you live in. In order to give you advice on the law ... | |
| personal injury law in Florida | 8/23/2009 |
| Q: Maus, Two months ago, my father was admitted to the ER because of chest pain. My husband and ... A: Nani, I am afraid your niece is on the hook for the bill. If you niece would have fallen due to the ... | |
| Old razor and toothbrush left in hotel bed | 8/18/2009 |
| Q: On Friday my husband daughter and I stayed at a hotel in Wilmington, NC. My 3 year old pulled back ... A: Brandi, The answer to your questions depends on the law in NC for premises liability claims. I ... | |
| slip and fall urine walmart | 8/18/2009 |
| Q: "Hi I was in walmart and slipped and fell in URINE!! heres what happened. I was in walmart one day ... A: Your email does not indicate what state your accident occurred in. I am a Florida accident injury ... | |
| Slip and fall | 8/17/2009 |
| Q: I am a 25 year old female who lives in Michigan. About a week ago it was raining really hard, and I ... A: The answer to your questions depends on the law in Michigan for slip and fall accidents. I ... | |
| slip&fall | 8/15/2009 |
| Q: i fell on a floor in the hospital while taking care of my brother i hurt my back and knee pretty bad ... A: Kim, I am in Pompano Beach, so not too far away. If you would like to look into it, please give me ... | |
| slip&fall | 8/15/2009 |
| Q: i fell on a floor in the hospital while taking care of my brother i hurt my back and knee pretty bad ... A: Kim, The answer to your question is that you may have a claim. It depends on the State you live ... | |
| Dog incident | 8/14/2009 |
| Q: I have a 75lb Boxer mix breed dog and my question is this. My 17 sister took the dog outside without ... A: Michele, it depends on the state you live in. I am an attorney in Florida specializing in personal ... | |
| injury from gas nozzle | 8/2/2009 |
| Q: As I was filling up at a gas station, the hose became disconnected from the nozzle. The hose ... A: The answer to your question depends on the law for negligence claims in the state you are in. I ... | |
| Slip and fall child involved | 7/28/2009 |
| Q: The other day me and my daughter went to Walmart after a while of shopping my daughter who is almost ... A: Brooke Your email doesn't indicate in what state you live. I am an attorney in Florida ... | |
| Slip and Fall | 7/24/2009 |
| Q: I entered a Wal-Mart at North entrance, chose a shopping cart and started pushing cart to the ... A: Troy, your email doesn't indicate in what state you live. I am an attorney in Florida specializing ... | |
| Injured by WalMart Employee- claim filed | 7/21/2009 |
| Q: I'm writing on behalf of my friend. She and her boyfriend were in WalMart late at night, when ... A: The answer to your question depends on the law in Oklahoma for this type of incident. I am an ... | |
| Fall @ walmart | 7/14/2009 |
| Q: I fell at Walmart a few weeks ago. I was walking over to get a shopping cart. There was water on the ... A: Rebecca, I'm not sure what your question is. You have a claim against Wal Mart and should speak ... | |
| back/hip injury | 7/6/2009 |
| Q: I fell in the grocery story 2 months ago now. I have gone the the chiropractor and have now finished ... A: The answer to your question depends on the law for slip/trip and fall accidents in the state you are ... | |
| slip and fall at wal-mart | 6/19/2009 |
| Q: It's ok I'll Take your general info.. Even if your not licensed in maine... Anything helps... I went ... A: Randy, again, I'm not licensed in Maine, but I can give you some insight to dealing with Wal Mart. ... | |
| Slip and Fall | 6/9/2009 |
| Q: I was at a used car dealership in stuart florida and I fell down the top step of a pair of wobbly ... A: Rodina, a property/business owner in Florida owes two duties to people lawfully on the ... | |
| Car accident | 6/1/2009 |
| Q: My husband and i was in a car accident on april 15th, where the other party failed to yeild the ... A: My advice remains the same - speak to an attorney in your area specializing in car accident claims. ... | |
| Car accident | 6/1/2009 |
| Q: My husband and i was in a car accident on april 15th, where the other party failed to yeild the ... A: Tammy, your question does not indicate in what State your accident occurred. I am an attorney in ... | |
| Auto accident | 5/30/2009 |
| Q: On 4-28-08, I was involved in a near head-on collision where the driver of the other vehicle struck ... A: I am an attorney in Florida, so I am not qualified to advise you about your case, and how it relates ... | |
| slip and fall in a hotel | 5/21/2009 |
| Q: I was in a hotel room in popular vacation spot in Virginia. I turned the water on in the shower ... A: Tiffany, The answer to your question depends on the law in Virginia for slip and fall accidents, ... | |
| Slipped on ice breaking ankle | 5/12/2009 |
| Q: I am in Wisconsin and there was a winter storm and I was walking into Best Buy and slipped on the ... A: The answer to your questions depends on the law in Wisconsin for slip and fall accidents, and ... | |
| personal injury | 5/8/2009 |
| Q: I was recently on vacation at a ocean front hotel. I was watching my nieces go back to their room ... A: Mary, If your accident happened in South Florida, please give me a call if you would like to puruse ... | |
| Slip/Fall Pregnant woman | 5/4/2009 |
| Q: My pregnant wife (9 months; Full-term) slipped on wet floor at a local big box supermarket. "THERE ... A: Nagesh, whether your wife has a claim against the store depends on the law in your area. Laws vary ... | |
| Slip/Fall at Golden Corral | 4/29/2009 |
| Q: I slipped and fell just outside the doors of a Golden Corral Restaurant and injured my knee. I ... A: Candy, not sure what state you are located in, but if the Statute of Limitations actually runs in 1 ... | |
| slipped and fell in restaurant | 4/22/2009 |
| Q: I am writing in regards to your advice about a slip and fall. I am employed as a bartender at a ... A: Kristen, since I am in Florida, I can only tell you what your rights may be down here. But, many ... | |
| Injury at store | 4/21/2009 |
| Q: A customer at our store, claims to have been injured after picking up a bag of concrete mix weighing ... A: Brian, your store is most likely not liable for the injury, but that won't stop a person from either ... | |
| Personal Injury Lien Reductions | 4/21/2009 |
| Q: Maus, I’m a chiropractor practicing in California with some questions regarding a chiropractor’s ... A: John, you may want to check w/the California Bar Association as they may have rules and/or attorney ... | |
| Insurance Claim | 4/17/2009 |
| Q: my friend and I were in a car accident. I was driving. My insurance contacted her and led her to ... A: Krystal, I am in Florida, so I can only speak to how your friend signing the papers would affect her ... | |
| School Bus Injury | 4/15/2009 |
| Q: My six year old son was injured in a school bus accident last year. The driver did not slow down ... A: Cassie, YOUR EMAIL DOESN'T SAY WHERE YOU ARE FROM. LAWS VARY FROM STATE TO STATE. I AM IN FLORIDA, ... | |
| slip and fall at Mc Donald's | 3/30/2009 |
| Q: sorry for the many details of my story at the end of (2008) last year i had just stepped into a mc ... A: Cheetara, PLEASE KEEP IN MIND, YOUR EMAIL DOESN'T SAY WHERE YOU ARE FROM. LAWS VARY FROM STATE TO ... | |
| work accident | 3/27/2009 |
| Q: i had an accident at work where i fell through the ice that had built up from a sewer that does not ... A: The answer to your questions depends on the law in your area for workers compensation claims. I ... | |
| slip and fall at work | 3/12/2009 |
| Q: I had clocked out for lunch and was on my way to my car in the employers parking lot (parking lot is ... A: The answer to your questions depends on the law in your area for workers compensation claims and ... | |
| Chair broke; I fell, hit my head on concret floor at part time job in 2004 | 3/11/2009 |
| Q: In oct. 2004, I was working at my part time job (gas station) as a cashier. While sitting in the old ... A: Toney, since I am in Florida, and not licensed to practice in Maryland, I am not qualified to answer ... | |
| Chair broke; I fell, hit my head on concret floor at part time job in 2004 | 3/10/2009 |
| Q: In oct. 2004, I was working at my part time job (gas station) as a cashier. While sitting in the old ... A: T. Rowe, it depends on where the accident occurred. I am a Florida workers compensation attorney, ... | |
| Slip and fall | 3/10/2009 |
| Q: While stopped at a gas station i used there restroom, after washing my hands i retrieved a towel ... A: you should have gotten an attorney before speaking with the insurance company. If you want to ... | |
| Slip and fall | 3/10/2009 |
| Q: While stopped at a gas station i used there restroom, after washing my hands i retrieved a towel ... A: The short answers to your questions are: 1. Do I have a reasonable suit against the gas station? ... | |
| Wet floor results in laceration and medical treatment | 3/9/2009 |
| Q: Last night my wife was out with friends at a nightclub. The floor was wet near their table and my ... A: The first attorney that comes to mind is John Foote. He is located in Tallahassee, but I have ... | |
| Wet floor results in laceration and medical treatment | 3/8/2009 |
| Q: Last night my wife was out with friends at a nightclub. The floor was wet near their table and my ... A: Lawrence, the owner of a nightclub owes two duties to its customers - maintain the property in a ... | |
| Slip/Trip/Etc and Fall Case? | 3/6/2009 |
| Q: About a year and a half ago, I stopped with my family to eat at a Taco Bell with my family in a ... A: Victoria, the answer to your question depends on the state in which you live. You should contact an ... | |
| work claim help | 3/2/2009 |
| Q: i was hurt at work i have slight damage on my back the disc it will progress with time more pain ... A: The answer to your question depends on where you live. I am an attorney in Florida, so I can only ... | |
| Slip and Fall on Ice | 2/12/2009 |
| Q: I live in Michigan at an apartment complex. When leaving our building there is a landing and then ... A: The answer to your questions depends on the law in Michigan for slip and fall accidents, and ... | |
| Slip and fall in store | 2/11/2009 |
| Q: fell in a DD's discount smaller store affliated with Ross Stores. due to sometype of oil based ... A: Lynn, the best advice I can give you is to consult with an attorney that specializes in premises ... | |
| Hotel trip and fall! | 1/30/2009 |
| Q: I was at a large hotel chain over the weekend. I had a car accident in November and just finished 2 ... A: It depends on where you are located, how badly you are injured, and on what the "thing sticking out ... | |
| BBQ Restraunt slip | 1/28/2009 |
| Q: On the way out of a BBQ chain in Texas, I slipped and fell on their wet concrete floor (enterior ... A: I am an attorney in Florida, and I don't know Texas' laws, but usually a slip and fall as you have ... | |
| Fell in restaurant at Gaylord Palms Resort | 1/23/2009 |
| Q: I was meeting my co-workers for dinner at a restaurant inside a hotel resort. One second I was ... A: I am a lawyer in Florida, but I need more information to be able to give you advice on how to ... | |
| Accident at Wal-Mart | 1/19/2009 |
| Q: What Happened: While shopping at Wal-Mart this December (12/17/2008) I was involved in an accident ... A: Patrick, I can provide some suggestions for you to pursue. However, as I do not represent you, or ... | |
| FELL AT APT COMPLEX | 1/6/2009 |
| Q: It has been about 1 1/2 years since I fell out of the doorway of an apt where my shoe caught on the ... A: Cathy, I can try to provide you with some helpful information about your fall, but please consult ... | |
| Slip and Fall on Lowes property ICE | 1/2/2009 |
| Q: Just this afternoon on 12/31/2009 at about 2:00pm I was walking out of the entrance of Lowes and ... A: Gary, that is probably your best bet. An attorney in your area will be able to tell you if you have ... | |
| Slip and Fall on Lowes property ICE | 12/31/2008 |
| Q: Just this afternoon on 12/31/2009 at about 2:00pm I was walking out of the entrance of Lowes and ... A: Gary, you probably have a case to pursue. Your case involves ice, so I know you're not in Florida, ... | |
| fell at local steak house | 12/31/2008 |
| Q: .while at a home owners meeting at a local steak house..went outside for a moment, opened the door ... A: that was one of the things I was thinking about - why would the restaurant put a grate at the front ... | |
| fell at local steak house | 12/30/2008 |
| Q: .while at a home owners meeting at a local steak house..went outside for a moment, opened the door ... A: You have two potential claims against the insurance company for the restaurant. The first claim ... | |
| Workers comp claim for mom | 12/29/2008 |
| Q: My mother slipped and fell on ice yesterday at work, while on break. She has a severe break in her ... A: Cheri, not sure in which state your mother's accident occurred, but if it involves ice, it didn't ... | |
| slip and fall /fiancee' michigan | 12/23/2008 |
| Q: My fiance' was coming to pick me up from work in feb 2006. It had snowed a substantial amount where ... A: Robert, the short answer is - yes, absolutely get a second opinion on the case. Just because one ... | |
| Slipped and fell in front of business | 12/19/2008 |
| Q: Thursday Dec 18th. Oregon, It had been snowing for a few days. On the morning of the 18th at around ... A: Greg, there are several possibilities to get your medical bills paid. The easiest way is to ... | |
Personal Injury Law (Accidents/Slip & Fall)
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Joseph Maus
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I am a Florida attorney representing persons injured due to the negligence of others. I specialize in handling victims injured in car accidents, boating accidents, cruise ship accidents, slip and falls, and wrongful death claims. I also specialize in Florida workers compensation claims. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR CLAIM, PLEASE LOG ON TO WWW.MAUSLAWFIRM.COM
Experience
17 years of litigating accident claims, representing 1000's of victims, and recovering millions of dollars for my client's injuries. I am "AV" rated by Martindale-Hubbell, the highest skill and ethics rating awarded. I have successfully litigated claims throughout Florida, the United States District Court for the Southern and Middle Districts of Florida, and before the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals. MORE INFORMATION ABOUT MY QUALIFICATIONS CAN BE FOUND AT WWW.MAUSLAWFIRM.COM
Organizations
Florida Bar Association; Florida Justice Association; Academy of Florida Trial Lawyers; Southeastern Admiralty Law Institute; Admitted to practice in all Florida State, Federal, and Appellate Courts; Admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court
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Education/Credentials
Undergraduate Degree from The Florida State University
Law Degree from Nova Southeastern University
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Awards and Honors
Former Mayor, City of Oakland Park, Florida
Former City Commissioner, City of Oakland Park, Florida
President, Hundred Club of Fort Lauderdale
Member, Broward County Planning Council
Member, Broward County Charter Review Commission
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