THE law firm of Friedman and Friedman has won hundreds of millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements on behalf of its clients. THERE are never any fees or costs unless we recover money for our clients. OUR record of successes in court serves our clients in two ways: It helps compensate for the serious losses and pain suffered because of someone else’s negligent conduct, and it accentuates our ability to obtain substantial settlements. Insurance companies and their lawyers know how successful we are at trial. THE awards we win for our clients provide justice for innocent people. It helps them mend or rebuild their lives to the extent that substantial sums of money allow. In these cases, however, we all win something equally important: corporations and individuals found responsible often take steps to avoid future bad conduct. WE are proud of our influence on corporate and individual responsibility. Many products, work places, hospitals, homes, public facilities, streets and highways are safer because of the work that we have done. THE law firm of Friedman and Friedman only represents people who have been seriously injured and/or the families of people who are killed as a result of accidents or medical malpractice. POWER in the courtroom and at the negotiation table begins and ends with total knowledge, total command of the facts and law, and the ability to cogently present these facts. We are known for our paramount ability to select juries and win large verdicts. OUR first priority is our client and winning justice. In recognition of our success, lawyers in the firm are listed in the “Bar Register of Preeminent Lawyers in the United States” as well as multiple consumer guide books including “Guide to Leading American Attorneys”, "Law and Leading Attorneys", “The Best Lawyers in America”, "The American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA)" and “Super Lawyers.” The firm and its lawyers are “A Preeminent” rated by Martindale-Hubbell…its highest rating. OVER the past four decades our Miami attorneys have been at the forefront of obtaining justice for injured individuals. Our fees are always on a contingent basis. There are no costs and no fees unless we recover money for our client. Friedman and Friedman accepts cases in the following categories: Catastrophic injuries Auto, motorcycle and trucking accidents Medical malpractice Slip and fall injuries Defective products Airplane accidents Traumatic brain injury Drunk drivers Large truck cases Premises liability Negligent security Drownings in unsafe pools and swimming venues Insurance company bad faith Birth Injuries

Mrs. Buchko is an associate attorney with Robes Law Group, PLLC and is dedicated to advocating for injured individuals. Mrs. Buchko has been involved in the legal field since graduating high school working her way through different aspects of the practice of law. Mrs. Buchko completed her undergraduate studies at Florida Atlantic University with a degree in International Business and a minor in Business Law. During her undergraduate studies Mrs. Buchko gained leadership skills by holding positions of President and Vice President of Delta Phi Epsilon Sorority. Mrs. Buchko pursued her passion of law by obtaining her Juris Doctor at Shepard Broad Law Center at Nova University where she graduated cum laude. During her studies Mrs. Buchko gained courtroom experience by participating in pro bono work at Coast to Coast Legal Aid of Broward County helping indigent clients through the difficult process of Family Law and Domestic Violence. In her past time, Mrs. Buchko enjoys outdoor activities, traveling and spending time with her family.

Of Counsel Attorney – Justin Linn is a South Florida Native, currently located in New York City with his wife and two kids. Mr. Linn is licensed in both Florida and New York. Justin Linn has extensive experience with accident cases occurring in New York, but where the injured person lives in Florida. Mr. Linn attended the University of Central Florida, graduating Summa Cum Laude in the top 1% of his class. Next, Mr. Linn graduated from Law School at Nova Southeastern University ranked three out of over 300 students. While at Nova, Mr. Linn received the high grade award in 6 different classes, and was a member of Law Review and the Trial Team. Mr. Linn recently graduated with honors from Fordham University in New York City with a Masters in International Law. Mr. Linn is formerly with the United States Security & Exchange Commission (SEC), where he worked in the Trial Unit on the single largest financial fraud case in the world. “My passion to get you the result you need pushes me to outwork and out-think the opposition.”

Michael Acker has over 25 years of trial experience in all manner of personal injury litigation. He has been focused for much of that time on medical malpractice cases. Preventable medical errors are the third leading cause of death in the United States, according to a Johns Hopkins study. It is his hope that holding the healthcare system responsible when something they do, or fail to do, results in harm will make every patient’s treatment safer in the future. In addition to medical malpractice cases, Mike also works tirelessly to achieve justice for those harmed by negligence in nursing home settings, in automobile and trucking accidents, and in commercial/ retail settings. Mike received his undergraduate degree from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst and his law degree from Boston University School of Law. He began his career at a prestigious Fort Lauderdale insurance defense firm, achieving partnership early in his career. He was there for a dozen years before turning his focus to helping the injured. Mike has held the prestigious AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell for over 20 years. He has handled cases in nearly every county in Florida, and co-counseled with dozens of the finest lawyers in the country on cases in other states.

Practice Areas: Consumer Class Action, Products Liability, Complex Litigation, Wrongful Death and Aviation Crashes Steven Calamusa's practice involves complex litigation in both Federal and State Courts and includes Consumer Class Action and Multi-District Litigation (MDL). Mr. Calamusa joined the firm in 1997 after serving as an Assistant County Attorney for Palm Beach County. Mr. Calamusa became a partner/shareholder with Gordon & Partners in 2004. During his career, Steven has achieved a number of distinctions within the legal community. He has been recognized as one of the Top 100 attorneys in the State of Florida, has been awarded the honor of “Super Lawyers” and attained the highest rating possible, an AV rating, with the Martindale-Hubbell legal directory of exemplary lawyers. Among the notable cases in which Mr. Calamusa has been involved are: Hankinson, et al. v. RTG Furniture Corp., dba Rooms To Go; IN RE: Navistar Maxxforce Engines Marketing, Sales Practices and Products Liability Litigation IN RE: Takata Airbag Products Liability Litigation Ponzio, et al. v. Mercedes-Benz USA LLC, et al., Johannessohn, et al. v. Polaris Industries Inc. Simmons et al. v. Ford Motor Company IN RE: Chrysler- Dodge-Jeep Eco Diesel Marketing, Sales Practices, and Products Liability Litigation Colon v. South Florida Blood Banks, Inc.; Robert Bosch Corporation; Cummins Engine Company, et al. Bornander v. Sundy Inn Inc., dba Sundy House; Dey, Inc.; Dey, LP, et al. Toral v. Outback Steakhouse of Florida, dba Outback Steakhouse, et al. Goldman v. Babe Ruth League, Inc. and Jupiter Tequesta Association, Inc. With a proven track record of success as a trial attorney, and with a number of significant victories to his credit, Mr. Calamusa is a prominent member in legal community who is dedicated to the pursuit of justice for his clients. If you have any questions regarding a matter for which you believe Mr. Calamusa can be of assistance, he welcomes you to contact him at SCalamusa@ForTheInjured.com.

Since 2001, Thomas Robes has been successfully helping his clients and their families overcome difficulties from motor vehicle accidents, premises liability incidents, frustrating insurance disputes and more. He founded his law practice, Bogani & Robes in 2008, with Robes Law Group as the surviving entity since 2018. Mr. Robes also has extensive litigation experience in business, corporate, commercial, real estate, landlord/tenant, and other areas. Mr. Robes is a member of the Florida Bar Association, Southern Trial Lawyers Association, Super Lawyers, The Million Dollar Advocate Forum, The American Academy of Attorney’s Hundred Million Dollar Club, Palm Beach County Justice Association, and the Florida Justice Association. Tom Robes is committed to understanding your needs and getting you the justice you deserve.

Scott E. Gwartney graduated from Liberty University in Virginia in 1985 with a degree in political science and human resource management. The Tallahassee native then returned home to attend Florida State University College of Law, graduating in 1991. He has remained in Tallahassee since. After working with the first attorney to successfully submit a nursing home case to verdict in the State of Florida, renowned trial lawyer Kenneth L. Connor, the two went on to create The Connor & Gwartney law firm. The firm eventually joined the Tampa-based nursing home litigation firm of Wilkes & McHugh, becoming its Tallahassee office, where Mr. Gwartney continued to work until he joined Brooks, LeBoeuf, Foster & Gwartney in 2002, becoming a firm partner in 2003. Mr. Gwartney’s practice is unique: While he always carries a significant number of case files for auto claims and medical litigation in his Tallahassee hometown, his expertise in the fields of Medical Malpractice, Assisted Living Facility, Nursing Home and Group Home litigation is widely known throughout Florida and Georgia. And so, he often finds himself pursuing claims in courthouses from Naples and Ft. Meyers, up the Gulf coast to Pensacola, and on the east coast all the way to Savannah and Augusta Georgia … and virtually all points in between. Mr. Gwartney passionately believes that our disabled and senior citizens deserve to be treated with respect and dignity. In the same manner that fine china is treated with a gentle and compassionate touch, our physically frail citizens also need to be treated with a gentle touch and great respect. The fragile among us deserve no less respect and dignity than that which is afforded to any other member of our society. The results of Mr. Gwartney’s experience and efforts on behalf of the elderly speak volumes about his expertise and dedication. His work on behalf of his clients has led to numerous verdicts and settlements of $1 million or more across the southeast. While Mr. Gwartney’s case load is most active throughout Florida and Georgia, he is also licensed to practice law in Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia.

Ashley-Ann Clement, Esq., is the president and founder of Palmers Law, P.A. located here in South Florida. She lives by the motto "a goal without a plan is just a wish." By sticking to this motto, Mrs. Clement makes a formidable advocate for all her clients with the goal to leave every client satisfied.

Attorney Erick Santana is co-founder of the personal injury firm Cecere Santana, PA. He has been evaluating personal injury cases for over 30 years and has successfully settled thousands of cases for his clients, in some instances collecting in excess of $1 million. Prior to becoming an attorney, he was employed for seven years as an insurance adjuster for State Farm Insurance Co. As a result of his previous employment within State Farm, Mr. Santana knows first-hand what challenges clients face when dealing with insurance companies, which differentiates him from most personal injury attorneys in the area. Mr. Santana uses his expertise and knowledge to work on his client’s behalf. Currently, his responsibilities at Cecere Santana include meeting with clients and explaining the legal issues associated with their cases, negotiation of settlements, trial preparation, and serving the firm’s growing Hispanic client base in the areas of personal injury law. Mr. Santana’s experience has made him an expert in the field of personal injury law and has been called upon by the local media for legal advice. Mr. Santana has been a guest on television and radio shows in South Florida as an expert in personal injury law and has taken part in live question and answer sessions, helping the audience better understand their case and legal rights. Mr. Santana received his Juris Doctorate degree Cum Laude from the Shepard Broad Law Center at Nova Southeastern University. He has a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Florida International University. He has lived in South Florida for more than 40 years and speaks Spanish fluently.

Kevin C. Ambler served in the Florida House of Representatives from 2002 to 2010, representing House District 47 encompassing most of Northwest Hillsborough County. During his 4 consecutive terms in elected office, he served on over 47 legislative councils and committees, including serving as Chairman of the Health Appropriations Committee in which he was responsible for nearly $20 billion dollars in appropriations for more than 3 million Medicaid beneficiaries and 80,000 health care providers and 15,000 health care facilities. During his tenure in the House of Representatives, Rep. Ambler received numerous awards and accolades from professional organizations, boards, and foundations as the top legislator of the year for his outstanding accomplishments for championing numerous important legislative issues. Representative Ambler attended Cornell University on a four-year Air Force ROTC scholarship where he received his Bachelor of Arts Degree in Economics and Business Administration in 1983. Upon graduation, he was commissioned as a second lieutenant in the United States Air Force. In 1986, he received his Juris Doctorate degree from Southwestern University School of Law in Los Angeles, California. Soon after, he was appointed as an Air Force judge advocate and assigned to the Office of the Staff Judge Advocate, MacDill Air Force Base, Florida, where he served on active duty for nearly 5 years in several positions including Chief of Claims, Chief of Legal Assistance, Chief of Military Justice and Chief of the Civil Law Divisions. During this same time, he also was appointed by the U.S. Attorney General as a Special Assistant United States Attorney and was responsible for prosecuting criminal cases in federal court against civilians arising on MacDill AFB. Later, his responsibilities expanded to defending the United States in federal court in medical malpractice and personal injury cases arising under the Federal Tort Claims Act. Representative Ambler entered private practice and transferred to the Air Force Reserves in 1991. During his first year as a reservist, he was awarded the Harmon Award by the Air Force Judge Advocate General as the Most Outstanding Reserve Judge Advocate in the U.S. Air Force. Representative Amblerʼs other military decorations include the Air Force Achievement Medal, two Air Force Meritorious Service Medals, the Air Force Commendation Medal, and the National Defense Services Medal. He continued to serve as a Judge Advocate in the reserves until 2005. Representative Ambler began his career in private practice as a litigation attorney in 1991. In 1996, Representative Ambler opened his own firm, the Ambler Law Group, focusing in the areas of medical malpractice, products liability, wrongful death and personal injury litigation in both state and federal courts. His firm also handles complex business litigation and transactional matters as well as entertainment and sports law. Representative Ambler is a member of the Florida, Georgia and D.C. Bars and the American Bar Association, Hillsborough County Bar Association and the American Justice Association. He is admitted to practice before the U.S. Supreme Court, the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals, the United States District Court for the Middle District Court of Florida, and the U.S. Court of Military Appeals. He previously served as the Chair of the Florida Bar Military Affairs Committee (2002-2003) and Chair of the Hillsborough County Bar Association (HCBA) Military Liaison Committee (2002-2003). He has chaired the HCBA Entertainment and Intellectual Property Law Section (1999-2002) and he has been a regular and active participant in the HCBA “Ask A Lawyer” Pro Bono Program from 1995 to 2002. In 2002, he received the HCBA “Have a Heart” award for outstanding pro bono service. Representative Ambler and his firm hold an AV rating from Martindale-Hubbell National Law Directory reflecting the highest possible rating for professional competence and ethical conduct. Representative Ambler served as President of the Board of Trustees of the Northdale Special Tax District for 7 years. He was Chairman of the Cornell University Alumni Admissions Ambassador Network Committee for West Central Florida as well as a member of the Board of Directors for the Cornell Club of the Suncoast for 5 years. For over 10 years, Representative Ambler served as president and a member of the Board of Directors of the Brentwood Park Homeownerʼs Association. In 2000, Representative Ambler was appointed to and served a one year term on the Hillsborough County Charter Review Board. In his youth, Representative Ambler served on the White House Conference for Children and Youth Task Force and was inducted into the American Academy of Achievement which awarded him the Golden Eagle Award of Excellence as the top student in the United States. Representative Ambler has been an adjunct law professor on the faculty for Stetson University College of Law for the past 8 years.