You could find yourself in a traffic crash for various reasons, whether another driver loses control of their vehicle during inclement weather or they collide with you while under the influence of alcohol. However, speeding is particularly concerning, and it is...
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When is jail time mandatory after a Florida DUI?
After a Florida law enforcement official stops your car, administers a breath test and then charges you with drunk driving, you may face serious penalties if the charge ends up leading to a conviction. The penalties you face for a Florida DUI conviction may vary based...
Do you have a delayed onset injury?
An auto accident may seem harmless and minor at first. However, if you decide to forego the recommended medical checkup, you may find yourself experiencing the effects of an injury hours and days later. The body's response to a traumatic event may determine whether...
Understanding common forms of DUI evidence
When charged with driving under the influence (DUI), conviction requires proof beyond a reasonable doubt. In some cases, charges rest entirely on a host of evidence collected by the prosecution in order to convict. A DUI case, and its subsequent conviction and...
Dealing with false allegations of domestic violence
If you are facing domestic violence allegations, you need to understand how these accusations could affect your life and take steps to prepare immediately. Domestic violence charges can carry harsh repercussions, preventing people from seeing their children, leading...
What do you know about saving money on medical expenses?
After suffering a catastrophic accident, you have a lot of injuries to tend to. Even though you know you have a solid legal case, you still have medical bills to pay while waiting to see how much you could receive in damages. How do you satisfy bills collectors while...
Drunk driving charges and restricted driving privileges
If charged with driving drunk, your life could change in many ways. You could face financial hardships as a result of missing work, losing your job or paying fines. From an emotional standpoint, these allegations are often very difficult to deal with, and many people...
What are the most common auto accident injuries?
It goes without saying that car crashes cause large numbers of injuries in Florida each year. In fact, West Coast Wellness reports that two Florida freeways, I-95 and I-4, which connects Tampa with Daytona Beach, are among the most dangerous roads in the United...
Catastrophic injuries on the rise
Catastrophic injuries and preventable deaths are on the rise. Some injuries, such as spinal cord injuries or the onset of PTSD after an accident, can prevent you or your partner from earning income. Protecting yourself from injury is also a way to protect your income...
Can a good Samaritan face wrongful death claims?
Good samaritans are people who decide to help someone else in a situation where that person could suffer an injury or die. They help out of the goodness of their heart. If you are acting as a good samaritan and something goes wrong, you may fear a lawsuit. The Florida...
