Category Archives: General
When a Doctor Needs a Criminal Defense Lawyer
Doctors must meet many requirements to obtain and maintain their medical license. In Florida, regulations on health care professionals, especially physicians, are strict when it comes to criminal convictions. A criminal conviction, even one that does not interfere with or affect their profession, can cost a doctor their medical license. Any doctor who is… Read More »
Truck Accident Protocol
Large trucks share the road with you every time you drive, dwarfing most passenger vehicles. Semi-trailer trucks, buses, dump trucks and other commercial trucks can weigh up to 80,000 pounds and pose a serious risk to others when they are involved in an accident. If you are injured in a truck accident, the protocol… Read More »
Slip and Fall: Fighting the Big Department Store
Slip and fall injuries can occur when you least expect them, even when shopping at a local department store. It is the duty of all businesses to provide a safe environment for their customers and this includes slip, trip and fall prevention. Tripping over merchandise or falling due to a pothole in the parking… Read More »
Protecting Your Career After a DUI in Tampa Bay
If you are arrested for a DUI in Tampa Bay, your life can be turned upside down. You may face incarceration, loss of driving privileges, fines and other penalties if you are convicted. One of the consequences of a DUI conviction is the possible impact it can have on your career. Understanding your legal… Read More »
Finding an Administrative Lawyer to Help You Keep Your Job
Holding a professional license is an honor and opens the doors to a world of employment opportunities. However, if your fitness to hold a professional license is called into question, it can have serious implications for your career and work life in general. It only takes a lapse in judgment or an action that… Read More »
Reporting Suspected Elder Abuse in Tampa Bay
If you suspect that elder abuse is taking place in Tampa Bay, it is important to report your suspicions through the correct channels. Older people may become vulnerable to abuse for a number of reasons, which is why they rely on younger generations to provide support. Understanding what constitutes elder abuse will help you… Read More »
When You Have Been Accused of Being a Criminal, But You Don’t Feel Like One
It is often said that the law is black and white, but that is not always true. The word “criminal” is based on the assumption of legal guilt rather than factual guilt – two terms which carry incredible importance in criminal court cases. First, it helps to understand what the word “criminal” means in… Read More »
Who Can File a Wrongful Death Suit?
While all death may seem wrong to those who lose a loved one, the legal meaning of “wrongful death” has a specific definition. A wrongful death lawsuit is when a civil lawsuit is pursued against a person or entity for causing a death, often when criminal charges are not pursued for murder or manslaughter…. Read More »
Is There Any Way to Keep Your License After a Repeated DUI?
After being convicted of driving under the influence (DUI), you most likely vowed to never let it happen again. Regardless of the circumstances, facing the consequences of a DUI is never easy. There are fines, court appearances, driving restrictions, and other penalties associated with a DUI conviction. Unfortunately, there are many people that end… Read More »
Negligent or Inadequate Security: The Reasonable Expectation to Be Safe in a Bar
A night out on the town should be fun, a way to unwind from the stresses of life. Going to a club or bar with friends should be a safe way to enjoy some music or relax while playing a game of pool. Bars, like any public business, have a responsibility to keep their… Read More »
