Category Archives: Advice
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 »
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 »
Product Liability: Dangerous Product Design Suits
Safety is a key component when making any type of product. Manufacturers have a responsibility to design and create products that are safe when used as intended. When a product is poorly designed without safety precautions, the manufacturer can be liable for injuries their product causes to consumers. Injured consumers can file a dangerous… Read More »
What to Do When Falsely Accused of Domestic Abuse
Domestic abuse is a serious topic and one with far-reaching impacts for those accused of this crime. It is not uncommon for intimate relationships to become strained, especially partnerships that include sharing a home and family. When the relationship is faltering, disagreements can become heated. It only takes one bad interaction to escalate a… Read More »
5 Ways an Injunction Against You Can Affect Your Work Life
If you have had an injunction successfully filed against you, it can have serious impacts on all aspects of your life, including for whom and where you can work. Temporary injunctions, also known as restraining orders, also place legal limitations on your activities. There are other potential impacts which may directly result from having… Read More »
4 Reasons to Secure a Criminal Lawyer Even If You’re Guilty
If you know you are guilty of a crime, there is no point in securing a criminal lawyer, right? Many defendants in criminal cases believe that hiring a lawyer to defend them against a charge when they are guilty is waste of time and money. Criminal Lawyer It is not the job of a… Read More »
Why “Being Nice” About an Auto Accident Injury Isn’t Always the Right Move
“Being nice” about an auto accident injury may seem like the polite thing to do, but it isn’t always the right move. While you are sitting at the side of the road your actions are potentially setting the stage for a future of financial hardship resulting from your injuries. Auto Accident Injury Before you… Read More »
When Should a Teacher Seek an Attorney?
Teachers have a tough job and often walk a fine line when it comes to doing what is best for their students and for the school that is their employer. It is unfortunate, but many great teachers can become a target for disciplinary actions by school administrations. If you are a teacher, there may… Read More »
