Miami Springs, Florida

Miami Springs is in Miami-Dade County, Florida, and was founded by Glenn Hammond Curtiss, “The Father of Naval Aviation,” and James Bright during the 1920s “land boom.” It was, therefore, one of the original planned communities in Miami Dade County. Miami Springs was originally named Country Club Estates and is also known today as “Tree City USA.” In 1926, the city name was changed based on a spring located within the area

More historical landmarks may be seen by traveling down Curtiss Parkway, the city’s major avenue. The Fair Haven Nursing Home, previously the Miami Springs Hotel Country Club, is another large Pueblo Revival structure. Visit the Miami Springs Historical Society Museum at Circle Park to learn about the area’s aviation heritage. Continue on Curtiss Parkway to Miami Springs Golf & Country Club, a historic 18-hole course that hosted the Miami Open for thirty years, from 1955 to 1975.

The US Census reported that the population of this city is close to 14,000 and is almost eight (8) square kilometers. Miami Springs, Florida, located 2 miles south of Hialeah, Florida (center to center) and 6 miles north of Miami, Florida, in Miami Dade county. The city’s residents live in the Miami metropolitan area.

Due to the small population, voters generally elect leaders they already know from their engagement in the community. The Mayor and Council Members attend most community activities and maintain an open line of communication with residents and business owners, which typically leads to re-election to subsequent terms. Elected officials take pleasure in being up to date on what people want and delivering the best possible service to everyone in “Beautiful Miami Springs.”

Miami Springs has always been closely connected to the aviation industry due to its proximity to the Miami International Airport and the fact that the city was founded by a pioneer in aviation. The city therefore historically relied heavily on the employment of its citizens by the airline industry.

Miami Springs provides tourists a look of Miami’s tranquil side, with a beautiful small-town atmosphere, which is located “in the heart of it all.” One of the first planned towns in the state of Florida was Miami Springs. Homes and structures were built using Pueblo Revival style. One of the city’s most respected examples of this architectural type is the restored Curtiss Mansion, which had belonged to founder Glenn Curtiss. The mansion serves as both a landmark and a location for events in Miami.

If you or someone you care about has been injured in Miami Springs, Florida, contact the Law Office of Ruth E. Johnson immediately.

Our office handles all accident and personal injury cases including auto accidents, slip, and fall injuries, workers compensation claims, wrongful death claims, and other injury claims in Miami Springs and all greater South Florida.

Remember when injured you get to choose your legal counsel, so have an experienced, aggressive, knowledgeable l team that aims to get you the most compensation for your losses. Choose the Law Office of Ruth E. Johnson.

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FAQ’s

How Much is My Case Worth?
This really depends on the nature and severity of the accident, and whether or not the injury is due to the negligence of another party or occurred during the course and scope of employment (workers' compensation). A plaintiff may be able to recover compensation for lost wages, medical expenses future medical expenses, lost profits, future profits...
What Should I Do if I Meet in an Auto Accident?
Immediately seek medical attention of your injuries. Obtain as much information from the other driver(s) as possible, including their name, address, phone number, insurance company, policy number, drivers license and license plate. Be sure to insist that a report is completed by a law enforcement officer and get a copy. You can also take pictures...
When Should I Contact a Personal Injury Attorney After an Accident or Injury?
This depends on how and where the injury occurred. Every State has its own statute of limitations which dictates how long the plaintiff has to file different types of law suits. In Florida, the statute of limitations for a negligence claim is typically four years, with the exception of medical malpractice which is two years from the date of injury...
Under the Workers' Compensation Laws in Florida, How Long Do I Have After an Accident to Report It to My Employer?
If you or someone you love has been injured on the job, first seek medical attention of those injuries. The next step should be to report those injuries to your employer. If you fail to report your injury to your employer within thirty (30) days, then your claim may be denied.
Who is Responsible if I Slip or Trip and Fall on Someone Else’s Property?
A property owner is not always responsible for something on which you slip or trip. This must be analyzed on a case by case basis depending on the cause of the dangerous surface and a careful evaluation of the owner’s knowledge of the hazard and failure to address. This is usually an in depth legal analysis of the “reasonable care of the property”...

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