Florida drivers with DUIs cannot put their job searches on hold. Despite their criminal charge, they still have careers to nurture. Chron explains how drunk driving charges impact job searches. When armed with facts, job candidates know where to focus their efforts....
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What could the state of Florida do to help decrease traffic fatalities?
Auto accidents are not always due to errors on the part of drivers alone. There are often extenuating circumstances that make some roads or areas more dangerous than others. Many times, laws come into play when it comes to fatal accidents. If laws had been different,...
What made you slip and fall on your way to the reunion lunch?
You made the long trip from Savannah to Tampa for your high school reunion without incident. However, you slipped and fell the next day as you were walking through the hotel on your way to the reunion lunch. How did this happen? Understanding the difference A slip...
What damages are available for wrongful death?
If you have a wrongful death case in Florida, the court may award you damages. The award is monetary in nature because this is a civil matter. You should not expect anyone to go to jail. Although, sometimes, the person may also face criminal charges that are separate...
Criminal traffic violations reveal the dangers of Florida roads
Many factors including weather conditions and mechanical problems lead to accidents on Florida roadways. It is no secret that bad driving causes a large number of problems, resulting in many preventable injuries and deaths. Information from 2020 reveals drivers...
DUI charges and imprisonment
If you are facing DUI charges, you need to understand the potential penalties associated with these allegations. Aside from losing your license, sustaining serious damage to your reputation, struggling to find a job and paying fines, you could face time behind bars....
Florida saw over 50,000 work zone crashes between 2015 and 2019
Construction zones may cause delays and frustration, but they can also be downright dangerous. Studies show that Florida’s work zones are common sites for vehicle crashes, injuries and fatalities and that drivers would be wise to exercise caution when traveling...
Pedestrian accident injuries and deaths
Whether you worry about the safety of your children when they walk near traffic or you regularly walk or jog alongside the road, it is vital to understand how prevalent pedestrian accidents are. Each year, many pedestrians sustain serious injuries and lose their lives...
Underage DUI charges and license suspension
If you are facing underage drunk driving charges, or your child is in this position, you need to understand what is at stake and prepare accordingly. Every case is different and a host of factors can influence the outcome of a DUI case. Each year, many young drivers...
Teen drivers, teen passengers a deadly combination
Teenage drivers flooding Florida’s roadways during the summertime mean danger for all motorists, and when teenage passengers are present in a teen driver’s vehicle, the stakes are even higher. Research shows that the mere presence of a teenage passenger raises...