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ATTENTION CURRENT & FORMER SMOKERS:
You May Be Eligible To File A Claim Against A Tobacco Company
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An experienced law firm fighting for smokers who have developed cancer.
If you or a loved one have suffered a tobacco injury, call attorney Richard J. Diaz for a free and confidential consultation. Mr. Diaz understands the ill effects of smoking, and he is ready to be the legal advocate you need.
Call us if you have suffered from any of the following:
- Esophageal Throat Cancer
- Laryngeal Voice Box Cancer
- Tongue or Oral Cavity Cancer
- Pharyngeal Cancer
- Lung Cancer
- Emphysema
Our law firm is here to fight for justice and the compensation you may deserve from large tobacco companies. These large and powerful tobacco companies can be challenging. We have a track record of winning cases against the tobacco companies and we are here to help. If you have been injured, attorney Richard J. Diaz can guide you through the legal complexities. You do not need to suffer in silence. We can be your voice.
Common Reasons for Recent Tobacco-Related Lawsuits
Many tobacco litigation cases that have been filed since 1994 have found success against the big tobacco companies. Many lawsuits are now filed against tobacco companies for the following reasons:
- Fraudulent Marketing
- Marketing to Underage Persons
- Conspiracy to Conceal the Health Hazards of Smoking Cigarettes
Richard J. Diaz, Esq.
Attorney At Law
Florida Tobacco Injury Attorney
The Law Office of Richard J. Diaz is here to assist you if you have suffered as a result of tobacco companies’ irresponsible and misleading behavior. Throughout the nation there are thousands of cases pending against large tobacco companies and cigarette manufacturers. Many cases have resulted in the favor of the injured individuals for substantial amounts of money. Our tobacco injury attorneys have won millions in compensation for clients by hiring our law firm and partnering with other law firms who also focus on this area of the law.
Meet Richard J. Diaz, Esq.
Born in Miami, Florida.
Attorney Richard J. Diaz focuses his practice exclusively in plaintiff's product liability, personal injury, wrongful death, brain injury, with concentration and expertise in medical malpractice and product liability cases throughout the State of Florida. Mr. Diaz has successfully handled hundreds of tobacco injury cases in trial. He was admitted to the Florida Bar in 1988.
Education
High School Degree - Miami Senior High School; AA Degrees in Business Administration and Criminal Justice from Miami Dade Community College; Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice from St. Thomas University; Juris Doctor from St. Thomas University.
Employment
Nine (9) years with the Miami Dade Police Department as patrolman, field-training officer, supervisor and Organized Crime Bureau Undercover Narcotics Detective.
Thirty (30) years as practicing attorney concentrating in the area of federal and state criminal defense, police civil liability cases forfeiture and complex tort litigation. Admitted to practice in several federal courts nationwide since 1990.
Membership
Member of the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers, ABA, American Trial Lawyers Associate. Referral counsel for the Miami-Dade County Police Department, PBA. Clients have included doctors, lawyers, judges, politicians, professional athletes and internationally recognized artists.
Charitable Work
Mr. Diaz volunteers as a guest speaker at legal seminars at: Saint Thomas University School of Law, University of Miami School of Law, the Southeast Florida Institute of Criminal Justice and the Metropolitan Police Institute. He is an honorary member of the Miami Dade County Police Benevolent Association where he represents hundreds of law enforcement officers referred to him pro bono. He volunteers as a consultant for the Saint Thomas School Community Law Center and has mentored many students attending Saint Thomas University School of Law.
He has been a volunteer coach for the Beth Am Basketball League for the past six years.
He is a lifelong contributor to many local and nationwide charitable organizations, including: the Red Cross, the United Way, the American Cancer Society, the Miami-Dade County Humane Society, Best Buddies, Kidside, the Friendship Circle of Miami and the PBA Love Fund, having donated over $100,000.00 to those charities over the years and providing over 1000 pro bono hours of legal services for the under-privileged in the country needy of such services.
An experienced law firm fighting for smokers who have developed cancer.
Our Coral Gables Office:
Law Office of Richard J. Diaz, P.A.
3127 Ponce De Leon Blvd
Coral Gables, FL 33134-6816
Fax: 305-444-8178
