3 Urgent Safety Alerts for Work, School and Play

"The Talisman"

Vol. V, Issue 2

March 2012

Have You Taken Accutane?

Space to Share

Safety First

Bicycle Safety

MEET SPENCER

University of Miami School of Law
"Make It Your Own Law Firm"
Book Signing and Reading

March 28, 2012
12:30 P.M.

Nova Law School
April 4, 2012
1:00 P.M.
"Make It Your Own Law Firm"
Book Signing and Reading

Attorneys Breakfast Club

Wanted: Lawyers looking to expand their referral networks.

Miami-Dade
March 23, 2012

7:30-8:30 AM

Broward County
March 16, 2012

7:30-8:30 AM

For more info: Don Wilson.

ACCUTANE INJURY CENTER

Accutane Injury Information

CLICK here to find the latest information about Accutane injuries.

OFFICE SPACE TO SHARE

Looking for an office space in Coral Gables?

We have an attractive office space conveniently located next door to the Coral Gables Courthouse.

Please contact Katrina Pina to schedule a tour.

SMA Jumping

SAFETY FIRST

It seems like times are getting tougher for our clients. We see more being forced to go without health or car insurance. Clients are losing their

"Why I Became a Lawyer"

jobs, homes and hope. As more businesses suffer and close, the gap between those who have and those who do not, continues to widen.

We, together with lawyers like Scott Kotler, Marco Britt and Jessica Laleh participate in providing free legal care to Miami's homeless every month, through Lawyers to the Rescue at the Camillus House.

The number of clients increases every week. We congratulate Lawyers to the Rescue for recognizing great lawyers, like Judge Scott Bernstein who are committed to helping those in need, at their first Public Service Awards Ceremony, held at the University of Miami School of Law last week.

We are concerned that as our economy struggles, businesses, hospitals and our own government, in order to ensure profits, may end up cutting corners and jeopardizing our safety. This month's issue of the Talisman is dedicated to placing your safety first.

BICYCLE SAFETY

As a former bicycle racer I know that South Florida is a very dangerous place to ride a bicycle. The recent tragic death of a 36 year old Miami father and husband, who was killed in a hit and run accident while on his bicycle, causes one to wonder how these types of catastrophes can be avoided.

Florida has very specific laws regarding how to ride a bicycle on public streets. Florida Statute §316.003(2) defines a "bicycle" as a vehicle that is human powered and capable of achieving speeds over 20 mph. Florida Statute Section 316.2065 mandates that bicycles ridden after sunset and before sunrise have a front white light that is visible from at least 500 feet and a rear red light that is visible from 600 feet. Read more here.

SAFETY AT WORK

A 27 year old Miami woman, raped at the Pleasure Emporium in Miami Gardens while working the midnight shift, is one of the more terrifying cases we have seen in recent memory. The assailant, armed with a pistol, ordered the women to give him all the store's money and lie on the floor. He proceeded to rape her and fled. The victim hit the panic button and called 911 on her cellphone.

Businesses have an obligation to provide a safe place, for both their customers and employees. Surveillance cameras and proper lighting are minimally necessary in most businesses, but do little to discourage crime. Businesses have to take more proactive steps, like limiting operating hours or hiring security guards, when necessary. Read more on how to keep your business safe here.

SAFETY AT SCHOOL

According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, the Slalom Glider Slide, manufactured in Delano, Minnesota, has been recalled due to reported injuries caused as a result of children falling while sliding down the chute.

To date, reported injuries include fractured arms, legs, clavicles and a bruised spleen.

These slides were sold to schools and playgrounds across the country between January 2006 and December 2011.

If your child's school or park has one of these slides, we recommend that you immediately contact the manufacturer, at 888-438-6574, and local authorities.

AVAILABLE 24/7!

Experienced representation in all practice areas, including:
De Puy Hip Implant Claims, Yaz, Yazmine, Accutane, Avandia, Cruise Ship Injuries, Personal Injury, Car and Truck Crashes, Slip and Falls, Medical Malpractice and Wrongful Death.

Referral and Co-Counsel opportunities are welcomed.

Spencer Aronfeld is Board Certified by the Florida Bar and National Board of Trial Advocacy.

Please call us at:

305.441.0440

866.59.PILAW

3132 Ponce de Leon Boulevard
Coral Gables, Florida 33134 USA

Bldg Photo

The content of this newsletter has been prepared by Aronfeld Trial Lawyers for informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice. The material posted in this newsletter is not intended to create, and receipt of it does not constitute, a lawyer-client relationship. Readers should not act upon any information contained in it without seeking professional counsel.

Aronfeld Trial Lawyers did not produce and is not responsible for the content of third party resources cited herein. This newsletter is not intended to be advertising but may constitute advertising under various state ethics rules. Please be advised that the choice of a lawyer is an important decision and should not be based solely upon advertisements. Prior results cited herein do not guarantee a similar outcome in your matter.