Out Walking or Bike Riding? Look out for the SUVs, Pickup Trucks and Minivans!

It is getting more and more dangerous to be a pedestrian or bike rider on our streets.  Pedestrian crash deaths have increased every year since 2009, with more than 6,500 pedestrians killed by motor vehicles in 2020. A recent study by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety shows SUV’s, pickups and minivans are substantially more […]

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Liability for Damage Caused by Sinkholes

Fort Lauderdale Sinkhole Lawyer Discusses Liability for Damages Caused by Sinkholes   Even the state government admits that there are more sinkholes in Florida than anywhere else in the country. Sinkholes may appear dramatically all at once or develop slowly over time. Often a hole that appears as a small opening at the surface turns out […]

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Bike Commuting in Bad Weather: How to Avoid Accidents & Stay Sane

Bike riders choose to commute to work on their bicycles for various reasons. For starters, pedaling to work saves money, increases fitness, and significantly decreases stress levels. These benefits continue even when the weather turns foul. Still, many bike commuters decide that the risks of a bike accident or the anticipation of an unpleasant experience […]

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What Parents Need to Know About Slip and Fall Accidents

Kids always seem to be on the move, and more activity means more opportunities for them to fall and suffer injuries. While many slip and fall injuries are just a minor hiccup in the growing process, some can result in lifelong consequences. It is not always easy to tell the difference between situations at first, […]

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Safety Tips for Bike Riding in Bad Weather

In the Fort Lauderdale area, the weather is warm enough to ride bicycles all year long. Just because the weather is warm, however, does not mean it is favorable. Wind, rain, and other weather conditions can make cycling hazardous, often on short notice. Whether you are planning to ride in inclement weather or you get […]

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What New Data Says about Florida Boating Accidents

The recent data from Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission (FWC) should give anyone going out on a boat in Florida something to think about.  In 2020, there were 79 deaths arising out of boating accidents.  Of the victims who drowned, 88% were not wearing a life jacket.  Though the details of every accident weren’t included […]

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Jet Ski and WaveRunner Accidents in Florida

The Maus Law Firm Wants You to Stay Safe While Enjoying Florida’s Beaches and Waterways With thousands of miles of shoreline and inland waterways, Florida is a boating capital of the United States.  Along with operators of conventional boats in Florida, thousands take to the water each day on personal water craft (PWC), commonly known […]

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When Can a Pedestrian Be Held Responsible for an Accident?

Pedestrian Accidents are Too Common in South Florida   The Center for Disease Control (CDC) keeps excellent statistics on pedestrian accidents in the United States. One of the more interesting facts concerning pedestrian accidents as they relate to South Florida is that “Pedestrians ages 65 and older accounted for 20% of all pedestrian deaths and an […]

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How Does Negligence Affect a Property Damage Claim?

Contact Our Property Damage Lawyer for Assistance Damage to your home, car, boat, or other property can be nearly as disruptive to your life as a serious injury to your health. Unfortunately, insurance companies can take an extremely long time to process claims, and all too often, they refuse to pay what they should to […]

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When Can You File a Personal Injury Claim for a Workplace Accident in Florida?

Regardless of whether you are eligible for workers’ compensation, if you were injured on the job, you could also have a personal injury claim. If you do, you will want to hire a lawyer to assert your legal rights, as workers’ comp does not cover all of the costs associated with workplace injuries. Here, Fort […]

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Client Testimonial

"Even when I was not able to get a physician to follow up with me for a broken bone following a car accident, the Maus firm, in particular Rocio, worked hard on my behalf and reached a good settlement for me. This was accomplished long distance, as the accident happened in Florida and I live in Indiana. They worked on my case for 3 years and did not give up."

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