Abraham Lincoln said it best, "the ballot is stronger than the bullet."
October 5th is the last day to register to vote. Let your voice be heard, register. Click on the link to register to vote in Palm Beach County https://www.pbcelections.org/Voters/Register-to-Vote
Congratulations Attorney Chuck Geary on being sworn in as a Board of Director for the Stuart Martin Chamber of Commerce.
Thanks for helping to make a difference in our community Chuck!
Since COVID-19 bike sales have risen 65% according to PeopleForBikes data. With restrictions lifting and more people starting to venture out, we are beginning to see a rise in cycling accidents.
Attorney and avid cyclist Chuck Geary’s blog lays out some important information about what to do if you become involved in a bicycle accident: https://www.lesserlawfirm.com/bike-accidents-in-the-age-of-covid/
Jennifer sustained traumatic injuries after she was involved in a car accident on the Fourth of July. Jennifer was referred to Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, PLLC to represent her in handling her claim. Managing Partner Gary Lesser and Attorney Ashley Eagle Medolla diligently worked as a team on Jennifer’s case, and they were successful in maximizing her recovery by securing a settlement for the entire policy limits.
Jennifer wrote a great google review to thank them. Here is what it said:
Families First of Palm Beach County provides a helping hand to families so they can find their way back to self-sufficiency and provide safe, loving homes for their children. Since 1990 over 44,500 children and families have been served, returning them to contributing, self-sustaining members of our community.
The Firm has been a proud sponsor of the annual "Children's Day" luncheon for the past 7 years. Please join us in supporting this amazing organization by registering for the virtual event here:
https://familiesfirstpbc.org/14th-annual-childrens-day-luncheon/
Boat Accidents are on the rise in 2019, the U.S. Coast Guard reported a total of 4,168 boating accidents in the United States. In those accidents, a total of 613 people died, and 2,559 suffered injuries. Improper safety instruction, alcohol use, and drownings due to not wearing a life jacket are the most common causes of boating accident deaths.
https://www.lesserlawfirm.com/recent-trends-in-recreational-boating-accidents/
LESSERLAWFIRM.COM
Recent Trends In Recreational Boating Accidents
“For me to be President Elect and then President is the best opportunity to help Florida lawyers and to help people living in Florida.” - Gary Lesser
Managing partner Gary Lesser’s commitment to the legal profession and to all Florida residents is why he has chosen to dedicate himself to a life of service - whether that be to his fellow Florida Bar members or to his community.
To read the full The Palm Beach Post interview, click here:
https://www.palmbeachpost.com/story/news/local/westpb/2021/03/27/new-florida-bar-president-elect-palm-beach-county-attorney/7019372002/
PALMBEACHPOST.COM
New Florida Bar president-elect is Palm Beach County attorney
Did you know workplace injuries increase in the days after the switch to Daylight Savings?
It has been almost two weeks, have you adjusted yet? Studies show the body may never fully adjust to the time change.
Two separate studies from Michigan State University, using U.S. Department of Labor and Mine Safety and Health Administration data, indicate a 17% rise in workplace accidents after the time switch to Daylight Savings in March.
Stay safe and take extra precautions during this adjustment period.
Be careful, but if others aren't and you find yourself the victim of a workplace injury, Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, PLLC is here to help, with decades of experience handling similar claims, we are available when you need us at (561) 655-2028 or at www.lesserlawfirm.com
Click here for more information on the study:
https://www.reliableplant.com/Read/17749/workplace-injuries-rise-after-switch-to-daylight-savings#:~:text=A%20similar%20study%2C%20using%20information,Monday%20following%20the%20time%20change
🗞 Front Page News!
Everyone at Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, PLLC is so grateful for the overwhelming number of congratulations and recognitions for managing partner Gary Lesser’s Florida Bar President Elect victory.
Thank you Daily Business Review and Law.com for this fantastic write-up!
Read the full article here: https://www.law.com/dailybusinessreview/2021/03/24/this-south-florida-lawyer-just-became-president-of-the-florida-bar/?slreturn=20210226151022#:~:text=West%20Palm%20Beach%20litigator%20Gary,president%20of%20The%20Florida%20Bar.
Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, PLLC's Chuck and Becky Geary had a great time representing us at the Palm City Chamber of Commerce's first New Members Reception in over a year!
Palm City Chamber of Commerce
March 24 at 6:40 AM ·
Thank you to Becky and Chuck Geary and Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, PLLC for sponsoring our New Member Reception at The Twisted Tuna - Port Salerno. The friendships and partnerships that were created will be ongoing as we work together to strengthen our community.
#PalmCityProud #YourCommunityChamber #LocalsShoppingLocal
Lesser, Lesser, Landy & Smith, PLLC could not be more excited to congratulate managing partner Gary Lesser on his election to President-Elect Designate of The Florida Bar.
After almost 20 years of service to the Florida Bar, Gary will be sworn in as President-Elect at the Annual Florida Bar Convention on June 11th.
Congratulations Gary, The Florida Bar will undoubtedly benefit from your dedication to the profession and to each member of The Florida Bar.
FLORIDABAR.ORG
Lesser wins Bar president-elect contest
The Florida Bar
March 23 at 5:30 PM ·
BREAKING NEWS:
Palm Beach County lawyer Gary Lesser has won The Florida Bar President-elect contest, defeating Steve Davis of Miami.
Congrats, Gary!
Read The Florida Bar News story on the election here 👇
https://www.floridabar.org/the-florida-bar-news/lesser-wins-bar-president-elect-contest/
The Florida Bar
March 23 at 5:30 PM ·
BREAKING NEWS:
Palm Beach County lawyer Gary Lesser has won The Florida Bar President-elect contest, defeating Steve Davis of Miami.
Congrats, Gary!
Read The Florida Bar News story on the election here 👇
https://www.floridabar.org/the-florida-bar-news/lesser-wins-bar-president-elect-contest/
March is National Bike Safety Month.
The firm has handled many bicycle accident cases over the years, sometimes involving very serious injuries.
We live in Florida, a state where many bicyclists enjoy the weather and our great environment.
Studies have demonstrated that bicyclists seem more "invisible" to motorist, so great work here Commissioner Robert S Weinroth and
Palm Beach County to try create more safety for our bicyclists.
#bikelife
#bikesafety
#bicycle
#bicyclesafety
https://cbs12.com/news/local/leaders-team-up-to-make-roads-safer-for-bicyclists
CBS12.COM
Leaders team up to make roads safer for bicyclists in Palm Beach County
