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David M. Benenfeld, P.A.
7800 W. Oakland Park Boulevard
Building F
Suite 216
Sunrise, FL 33351
Phone: (954) 677-0155
Fax: (954) 677-0773
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Auto Accident Attorney
- Tire Blowouts can Cause Catastrophic Florida Crashes and Injuries
- 5 Signs of a Punctured Lung Resulting from a South Florida Car Accident
- Paralysis Victims in Broward County Car Crash Can Receive Compensation
- Even Broken Bone Injuries in a Florida Crash Deserve Fair Compensation
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Royal Palm Beach Woman Awarded Millions for Crash That Paralyzed Her
Posted on Feb 28, 2010
A woman from Royal Palm Beach who was paralyzed from the waist down when a racing car lost control in 2007 was recently awarded $8.2 million by a Palm Beach County jury, according to the Sun Sentinel. According to the article, Jennifer Durstin was trapped inside the vehicle of Alexandra Akan after Akan lost control when racing another car. Durstin was 18 when the serious accident occurred. The $8.2 million in damages is solely for compensatory damages, meaning that it is still up to jurors to decide if Durstin will receive punitive damages. Akan was reportedly under the influence of alcohol at the time of the Palm Beach County crash.
Injury Law Service handles auto accident cases such as this, and David Benenfeld has been representing the injured in car accident cases for over a decade. If you have been injured in a Palm Beach, Dade, or Broward County accident and have questions for an experienced and compassionate personal injury lawyer, feel free to contact our office for helpful information and free answers to your most important questions. We only represent the injured and will answer all of your questions for free.
Broward: (954)677-0155
Dade: (305)623-5959
Palm Beaches: (561)353-2522
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David M. Benenfeld, P.A.
7800 W. Oakland Park Boulevard
Building F
Suite 216
Sunrise, FL 33351
Phone: (954) 677-0155
Fax: (954) 677-0773
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FAQs
Auto Accident Attorney
- The other driver is trying to sue me for their accident injuries, but the crash was the result of a defective tire. Shouldn’t the tire manufacturer be liable and not me?
- My boyfriend suffered a punctured lung when another driver ran a red light and crashed into him. What are some treatment options for a punctured lung, and should the other driver pay for his medical bills?
- I was involved in an auto accident in Broward County. I was broadsided by another vehicle. My car flipped over and I sustained severe injuries that left me paralyzed. What can I collect from these injuries?