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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 in the area
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
Publications
Lexis/Nexis www.mauslawfirm.com
Education/Credentials
Undergraduate Degree from The Florida State University Law Degree from Nova Southeastern University See more information at www.mauslawfirm
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
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | P | Comments |
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| patricia | 05/09/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Mr.Maus answered not one question for ..... |
| angie | 04/18/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Your advise & time to respond was ..... |
| Kimberly | 04/16/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you so much for your expert ..... |
| Paula | 04/16/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you so much your quick answer! ..... |
| Alan | 04/09/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | many thanks for your kind assistance |
Recent Answers from Joseph Maus
2012-04-16 My 14 year old daughter fell at her school.:
Kimberly, Jazmine obviously took a bad fall. The answer to your question depends on the severity of the injury. She should definitely get both knees checked out, and any other part of her body that is
2012-04-13 slip & fall:
The best all around advice I can give to you is to speak with an attorney in your area that has handled Wal Mart claims before. There are many "personal injury" attorneys that do not handle w/m claims
2012-04-12 auto accident injuries:
The answers are as follows: 1. If your damages (injuries, med expenses, pain and suffering, prop damage, etc) equal or exceed the insurance coverage, you should be entitled to recover from all three
2012-03-28 Disneyworld trip:
Alan, in my opinion it is not a case worth pursuing. There is existing case law in Florida which precludes recovery for trip and falls over curbs, or other "open and obvious" conditions. A curb or parking
2012-03-06 child injury by another child at personal residence:
Leslie, it may be appropriate to ask for assistance with the medical bills, but it sounds like many years have gone by since the incident occurred. I'd be surprised if the parent was willing to help at
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