Questions For Lawyers With Jeff Adelman

On August 18, 2020, Broward County will elect a new State Attorney for the first time since 1976 with the retirement of Michael Satz. Candidate Joe Kimok sits down with Jeff Adelman to discuss his candidacy, and positions regarding mass incarceration, saving tax dollars for Broward residents, the War on Drugs, Mental Health, and the opportunity to implement criminal justice reforms. For more information about Joe and his campaign, go to www.JoeKimok.com

Jeff Adelman interviews his good friend, Bill Gordon, a Major in a large law enforcement department in South Florida in this special 9/11 edition of "Questions." Jeff asks Major Gordon about his thoughts on the 9/11 anniversary, body cameras, stress on officers and what he wishes the public knew about police work, and what officers go through. Gordon will also talk about his time in internal affairs, testifying in the courtroom and how the process works for disciplining police officers.

Personal injury attorney Jeff Adelman interviews immigration attorney Kenneth Chang about a subject that is in the news every day. Kenneth specializes in immigration law, and will discuss the state of the Nation's immigration issues, and what you should know before hiring an immigration attorney. Mr. Chang can be reached with additional questions at 954-431-3570 or kchanglaw@hotmail.com

Personal injury attorney Jeff Adelman interviews his old law school classmate, Michael Minardi, a criminal defense attorney and leader in the fight to change attitudes and laws concerning marijuana in Florida. Jeff will ask Michael about how things have changed over the past couple decades, what he sees for the future of medical and recreational marijuana in Florida, and the business opportunities for individuals and for the the state of Florida in the next few years. There is no question that marijuana perspectives have changed drastically even in the past 10 years. Michael is at the center of the fight in Florida, and this promises to be a compelling interview. For more information about Michael Minardi and his practice, go to https://www.minardilaw.com/ and for more information about the cause, go to www.regulateflorida.com

Personal injury attorney Jeff Adelman welcomes Constitutional law attorney Justin Pearson to his office for what promises to be a very enlightening, back and forth discussion of First Amendment rights, economic liberty, and advocating for small business owners. Justin is the Institute’s Florida Office Managing Attorney for the "Institute for Justice- Florida Office" and oversees the Institute’s national economic liberty efforts. Justin’s current cases include a major First Amendment challenge brought on behalf of a Maryland dairy farmer against the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s ban on honestly labeling additive-free skim milk as skim milk, as well as a state constitutional challenge brought on behalf of Florida food-truck owners against Fort Pierce’s 500-foot ban on competition.Justin litigates on behalf of small-business owners across the nation, often winning in novel ways. He was the lead counsel in a federal appellate court victory vindicating the right of a Florida dairy creamery to tell the truth

Personal injury attorney Jeff Adelman welcomes an attorney he's previously done battle with in litigation for this very special show. He his pleased to have Doug Melamed of Banker Lopez Gassler, PA in Plantation to discuss personal injury defense and what businesses can do to prevent a personal injury claim before it happens. Jeff met Doug when they were opposing counsel on a wrongful death negligent security case, and have remained friends over the years. For more information about Doug Melamed and his practice go to www.bankerlopez.com/pdf/dmelamed.pdf

Personal injury attorney Jeff Adelman welcomes homeowner's insurance attorney John McMenamin. Sinkholes and hurricanes are big concerns for property owners in Florida. Water damage, fires, and burglaries are just a few of the many other reasons for claims to your homeowners or commercial property insurers in Florida. Many people are shocked at what their policy DOES NOT cover only after they have a loss. John and Jeff will have a discussion about property claims, tactics of the insurance company, and how best to protect yourself in the event you need to make a claim against your insurance company. John is based in the New Port Richey area, but handles claims throughout the state. For more information about John and his practice, go to www.mytrinitylawyer.com

Board Certified Civil Trial Lawyer Jeff Adelman provides a short explanation of Florida automobile insurance policies. For more information about auto insurance or personal injury claims, go to www.AdelmanLawyers.com or call 954-341-2777.

Personal injury attorney Jeff Adelman interviews Robert Beraha of the law firm of Berger Singerman, where they will discuss Estate Planning and Asset Structuring LIVE on Facebook. What can you do now to protect yourself and your assets from judgment creditors, and from wealth transfer taxes? We will get into these topics and more. You will not want to miss this important discussion. For more information about Mr. Beraha and his firm, go to www.bergersingerman.com

Family law attorney Frank Jara turns the tables on regular host Jeff Adelman as Frank hosts this week's "Questions For Lawyers" and interviews Jeff about his personal injury law practice. Frank will ask Jeff what you should do immediately after an accident, why when you think you have "full coverage," you likely don't, whether a claim will raise your automobile insurance rates, and why "Uninsured Motorist" coverage is essential if you are on the roads in Florida. This and much more. Jeff was voted "Best Attorney" by the readers of the Coral Springs Forum for 12 years in a row. Frank and Jeff have been friends since their days at Nova Southeastern Law School, and this promises to be a fun, and informative interview. For more information about Jeff Adelman and his firm, go to www.AdelmanLawyers.com or call 954-341-2777.

Jeff Adelman interviews attorney Brian Cohen, Commercial Real Estate Attorney for international law firm, DLA Piper. Based in Chicago, Brian handles a variety of matters throughout the country relating to the acquisition, development, operation, financing, leasing and disposition of various property types, including the drafting and negotiating of purchase agreements, financing documents, easement agreements, leases, condominium declarations, condominium disclosure materials and hotel, restaurant and other management agreements. Jeff will ask Brian how these big deals come to fruition. He will also be testing Brian’s knowledge of Ghostbusters trivia. For more information about Brian and his firm, go to https://www.dlapiper.com/en/us/people/c/cohen-brian-a/

Personal injury attorney Jeff Adelman interviews one of his closest friends and terrific criminal defense/DUI attorney Matt Konecky. Jeff and Matt will be discussing domestic violence actions, what you need to know about DUI, and things that most defense attorneys don't want you to know. Matt Konecky has offices in Palm Beach Gardens and Fort Lauderdale, and handles cases throughout Martin, Palm Beach, Broward and Miami-Dade County. He can be reached at (561) 671-5995 www.matthewkoneckypa.com

There is an election coming up in Coral Springs on June 18! Jeff Adelman interviews Khurrum Wahid, an attorney running for Coral Springs Commission Seat 2 vacated by Dan Daley. Jeff will ask Khurrum about his decision to run for City Commission, and his goals to work locally for the values of common sense, and community focused leadership to the City Commission.He has been awarded Humanitarian of the Year by MCCJ Miami and received the Florida Bar’s Latimer Service award among others.A longtime civil rights advocate, Khurrum was recognized by New Times Magazine as lawyer of the year in 2007 and has been recognized as one of Florida Trend Magazines Legal Elite in the area of criminal law since 2011.Khurrum and Jeff will also discuss their mutual love of all things hockey!For more information Khurrum Wahid and his campaign, go to www.ElectWahid.com

eff's guest is business attorney Brian Koch of Greenberg Traurig in Ft. Lauderdale who will be discussing employment law, contract disputes, and non-compete agreements LIVE on Facebook. Brian is a shareholder in the firm's Fort Lauderdale Litigation Practice and has a diverse commercial litigation practice. Brian has represented regional, national and international clients in state and federal courts. For more information about Brian Koch and his practice, go to https://www.gtlaw.com/en/professionals/k/koch-brian-h

Jeff welcomes Board Certified family law attorney Nancy Brodzki for this episode on Facebook Live. Nancy specializes not just in family law, but collaborative divorce. Should be a rich discussion about this potentially cost saving technique for couples who are going through a dissolution of marriage. Nancy is a part of the Brodzki, Jacobs and Brook law firm and can be reached at Office: 954-344-7737 www.bjblawyers.com

Personal injury attorney Jeff Adelman interviews Richard D. Tuschman, a Florida Bar Board Certified Labor and Employment Lawyer on Facebook Live. We will be discussing employment discrimination claims based on age, race, sex, and other protected classes of people along with dealing with the EEOC, and what makes an employer's conduct subject to a claim. Fascinating area of the law, and you will not want to miss it. For more information about Richard Tuschman and his firm, go to www.tuschmanlaw.com

Personal injury attorney Jeff Adelman interviews tax attorney Neil I. Rumbak about his practice. A timely topic just before the April 15 deadline to file your income taxes, Neil answers questions many questions regarding taxes and tax law including: what to do if you have not filed income tax returns for multiple years, what to do if you aren't ready to file, and other questions that fill many of us with anxiety this time of year. We talk about audits and what to do if you haven't filed tax returns in multiple. Very informative and entertaining conversation. Neil Rumbak's website is www.rumbaklaw.com and he can be reached at (561) 948-2298.

Jeff interviews real estate attorney Gary Handin. Gary has practiced law for over 50 years and will be answering common real estate questions. Gary will explain why it's good practice no matter whether you are the seller or the buyer to have an attorney representing you, and why it's not much more money to do so. He'll also discuss why you need title insurance, talk about Florida's advantageous Homestead law, and much more. For more information about Mr. Handin, go to his website at www.HandinLaw.com