UPDATE: SOLD OUT EVENT

Baker Zimmerman & Perez Supports City of Parkland as Exclusive Sponsors of Parkland Murder Mystery Dinner Show

Parkland, FL- The personal injury law firm of Baker, Zimmerman & Perez supports and is the exclusive sponsor of The City of Parkland’s – Parkland Murder Mystery Dinner Show benefiting the Parkland Friends of the Library on Saturday, July 28, 2012, from 6pm to 10pm at the Parkland YMCA Family Center.

Join us as for our murder mystery show – “Kim and Scott Tie the Knot.” Space is limited and tickets are on sale at the Parkland Amphitheater Monday – “Friday from 8-5pm. Tickets are $35 a person, $50 for a couple, $165 for a full table of 8 or $225 for a table of 10. Ticket includes Murder Mystery Show, Dinner, and Wine. Dress attire is wedding casual. The Parkland YMCA Family Center will provide FREE childcare for all children (Children must be potty trained).

CONTACT:

Robert B. Baker, Esq., Baker, Zimmerman & Perez
(954) 509-1900

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Baker, Zimmerman & Perez, a Boca Raton / Parkland civil litigation firm, focuses on Catastrophic  Personal Injury,  Wrongful Death, Auto Accidents, and Defective Products. The firm is headquartered at 6991 North State Road 7, Second Floor and may be reached at (954) 509-1900. Additional information about Baker Zimmerman & Perez, P.A. may be obtained from the firm’s website at www.defendingtheinjured.com or follow us on Facebook.

Summer conjures images of sun, barbeques and fireworks. The Fourth of July and fireworks are synonymous with Florida life during summer. It is important that you remain aware of the obvious and hidden dangers during this celebration.

Clearly, we are all aware of the dangers of fireworks.  Every year we hear stories of folks, old and young, who are injured or killed by fireworks. Remember, just because certain fireworks are legal does not make them safe.  In Florida, as a rule of thumb, fireworks that are in any fashion propelled into the air under their own power are illegal for public consumption and use. IF YOU CAN SEE IT IN THE SKY?” DO NOT BUY!  But WAIT you  think: I see advertisements for warehouse outlets that sell all kinds of fireworks that fly high into the sky and provide a wonderful display of colors and shapes. There is a narrow exception in the law regarding the sale of these fireworks, but it is a dangerously grey area between what is legal and what is illegal for the general public.

Florida Statute 791.02 makes all fireworks illegal with only very specific exceptions listed in the statute. So how can these fireworks warehouses sell otherwise illegal fireworks to the general public? These establishments have the consumer sign a sworn affidavit that he or she meets the criteria under Florida law to purchase and possess fireworks. This affidavit includes sworn testimony that you, the consumer, is a competent operator trained to use and discharge fireworks for purposes of a display; you have been approved by the chiefs of police and fire departments of the municipality where the fireworks display will take place; you will make an application for permit or have made an application for permit at least 15 days in advance of the fireworks display; and, you will only use the fireworks during the specified display and for no other purpose. The establishment will also require a copy of your driver’s license. Of course, your affidavit and driver’s license will remain on file with the seller. STEER CLEAR of this situation. Unless you truly qualify under the law to purchase and possess fireworks, do not lie under oath in an affidavit. You could face criminal prosecution if you are caught with illegal fireworks and/or have lied under oath-even if it was unintentional.

What happens if you are injured by illegal fireworks while attending a party at a friend’s house? You may have a case against the individual who is illegally discharging the fireworks. You may also have a case against the owner of the home that is hosting the party or get together. Finally, the seller of the fireworks may be liable as well.  

As always, make sure you call a qualified lawyer to determine if someone is responsible for your injuries.  Have a great summer and safe Fourth of July celebration! For a complete list of the approved fireworks we invite you to click here.

CONTACT:
Robert B. Baker, Esq., Baker, Zimmerman & Perez
(954) 509-1900

Attorney Joshua Frachtman Joins Baker, Zimmerman & Perez 

Parkland, FL – The personal injury law firm of Baker, Zimmerman & Perez is proud to welcome their newest associate Joshua D. Frachtman.

Joshua began his career defending a wide range of civil issues, with a focus on personal injury litigation. He was most recently with Cole, Scott & Kissane, P.A. in West Palm Beach.

At Baker Zimmerman & Perez, Mr. Frachtman will use his extensive insurance knowledge and help clients in the areas of personal injury, wrongful death, medical malpractice and nursing home neglect. He also has extensive experience in commercial litigation, civil rights, employment law and insurance coverage matters.

Mr. Frachtman, born in Plantation and a raised in South Florida, received his J.D. from Nova Southeastern University’s Shepard Broad Law Center and his undergraduate degree from the University of Florida.

Baker, Zimmerman & Perez, a Boca Raton / Parkland civil litigation firm, focuses on Catastrophic  Personal Injury,  Wrongful Death, Auto Accidents, and Defective Products. The firm is headquartered at 6991 North State Road 7, Second Floor and may be reached at (954) 509-1900. Additional information about Joshua Frachtman and Baker Zimmerman & Perez, P.A. may be obtained from the firm’s website or follow us on Facebook.