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Medical Malpractice, Civil Litigation, General Liability Defense, Nursing Home Abuse, Product Liability, Personal Injury, Premises Liability |
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Andrew A. Rief (Andy) is a partner in the firm's West Palm Beach office. He litigates claims involving personal injury or wrongful death related to allegations of medical malpractice, product liability, automobile negligence, commercial trucking negligence, premises liability, nursing home abuse, and general negligence. Mr. Rief also is a member of the U.S. Court of Federal Claims wherein Vaccine Injury Claims are filed. Moreover, Mr. Rief handles construction defect cases and other commercial disputes.
Mr. Rief has a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and worked for several years at St. Joseph's Hospital in Tampa, Florida as a health care professional, before pursuing his law degree at the University of Miami. This medical training and experience in the hospital setting has provided Mr. Rief with a unique insight into his cases and is invaluable to the representation of his clients.
Mr. Rief has received an AV Preeminent® rating from Martindale-Hubbell which reflects the greatest degree of ability and integrity as recognized by the legal community including judges and attorneys.
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EDUCATION
University of South Florida (B.S., 1996)
University of Miami School of Law (J.D., 2000)
HONORS
South Florida's Legal Guide Top Rated Lawyers 2012
PRESENTATIONS
Documentation in the Outpatient Surgery Setting
Documentation-Protect Your Patient, Protect Your License
Who Can Give Informed Consent for Medical Treatment When the Patient Is Unable? (Health Care Surrogate, Proxy, Power of Attorney and Court Appointed Guardians)
Advanced Directives
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MEMBER
Florida Bar (2000)
U.S. Court of Federal Claims
U.S. District Court, Southern District of Florida
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