Author Archives: Tison Law Group
How to Handle an Accident with a Police Car
Comedies sometimes portray a distracted driver running into a police car. Depending on the situation, it could be the start of a budding romance, a hilarious interaction with an officer, or some other scenario that makes you laugh. In real life, an accident involving a police car is not funny. Police Car Accidents Are… Read More »
Lead Paint in Apartment Rentals
You may think that, by now, lead paint would not be an issue. The use of lead-based paint was banned in 1978. Buildings and homes built before that time may still have this troubling paint on walls or woodwork. Old apartments are no exception and the hazards are real. The Issues with Lead Paint… Read More »
Burn Injury Recovery: No Easy Fix
There are many types of injuries a person may receive during their life journey, but a severe burn injury is one of the most devastating. Severe burns are painful and can be permanently disfiguring. Recovering from even minor burns can take weeks or months. Types of Burn Injury There are three types of burns:… Read More »
How to Handle a Denied PIP Claim
Every driver in Florida is expected to carry personal injury protection insurance (PIP). But how do you handle a denied PIP claim? The purpose of PIP is to cover medical bills, lost wages, and funeral expenses, if necessary. As “no fault” insurance, PIP is used whether or not you are at fault for the… Read More »
How Does Not Wearing a Motorcycle Helmet Affect My Personal Injury Case?
Motorcyclists over the age of 21 who have a minimum of $10,000 in bodily injury insurance are not required to wear a motorcycle helmet under Florida law. Many motorcyclists prefer not to wear helmets despite the proven advantages of using them. If you choose not to wear a motorcycle helmet and you are in… Read More »
How a DUI Could Affect Your Professional License
Driving under the influence of alcohol or controlled substances can result in serious consequences for people with a professional license. In Florida, if a person has a job in the health professions that requires a license to practice, and said person is convicted of DUI, his or her professional license may be suspended. DUI… Read More »
Search Warrant: What You Need to Know
American citizens are protected from unreasonable search and seizure actions by the Fourth Amendment of the Constitution of the United States. In order to conduct a search and seizure, law enforcement officers need a valid search warrant. When Is a Search Warrant Valid? A judge must issue a search warrant in order for the… Read More »
Why States are Considering Stiffer Penalties for Distracted Driving
Distracted driving accounts for thousands of accidents every year and, as Florida has one of the highest rates for accidents, it stands to reason to crack-down on distracted driving. In Florida currently, texting and driving is a secondary offense. This means that if you are texting while driving, you cannot be pulled over for… Read More »
Staying Safe on Interstate 4: The Most Dangerous Highway in the Country
Florida is one of the top states for vehicular accidents. It stands to reason that our state would have that status. The year-round pleasant temperatures, flocks of tourists, motorcyclists, and dense population always on the move contribute to the high numbers of accidents. However, Florida’s Interstate 4 is also the most dangerous highway in… Read More »
2 Important Changes to the Real Estate Code of Ethics in 2019
Following a code of ethics is important for every profession. Whether you are in medicine, law, teaching or real estate, ethical behavior is critical. From time to time, the code may need to be changed or amended to reflect changes in the profession. This year, important changes were made to the Real Estate Code… Read More »
