Monthly Archives: January 2021
The Five Most Common Distractions Behind the Wheel
Distracted driving is one of the most dangerous things a motorist can do behind the wheel. When most people think of driving while distracted, they often envision a driver that is using a handheld electronic device. Unfortunately, this is just one type of distraction. There are many other distractions drivers face when they are… Read More »
Why Truck Accident Cases Take Longer to Resolve
Semi-trucks are unique from other vehicles on the road. They are much larger, much heavier, and the insurance policies that cover them are also of much greater value than those of smaller vehicles. All of these reasons combined mean that if you are in an accident with a semi-truck, it may take longer to… Read More »
How Long Do You Have to File a Car Accident Claim?
The weeks and months following a car accident are very stressful, particularly if you have sustained serious injuries. Filing a claim with the insurance company or a lawsuit against the negligent party may not be your priority at this time. However, it is important to know you only have a certain amount of time… Read More »
5 Things to Remember if You are Falsely Accused During Divorce
Florida is a no-fault divorce state, but that does not necessarily mean you will not face certain accusations. Your spouse may accuse you of domestic violence or of having a substance abuse problem in order to secure more favorable terms during the divorce. Divorce is difficult enough, but false accusations only make the entire… Read More »
When is the Right Time to Date After Divorce?
Reentering the dating world after a divorce is scary for some, but others find the idea very exciting. However, while it is important that you move on in your life and find happiness, it is important to consider that dating could also affect your divorce, even if it is already finalized. To ensure that… Read More »
Can You Resist Unlawful Arrest?
Before a police officer can make an arrest, they must either have an arrest warrant or probable cause to believe a person committed a crime, such as when they suspect a driver of a DUI. Unfortunately, the police do not always abide by these rules. Sometimes they make an unlawful arrest and if it… Read More »
The Holidays See a Spike in Certain Crimes
Unfortunately, the holidays are not always the happiest time of the year. So, what crimes increase during the holidays? Holiday-Related Crimes According to the National Crime Victimization Survey (NCVS), which examined seasonal crimes over a period of 17 years, there are some crimes that become more common during the holidays. These include driving under… Read More »
What to Do After a Bicycle Accident in Florida
Florida is known as being one of the states with the most bicycle accidents every year. While bicycle accidents make up two percent of traffic fatalities around the country, they are approximately double that in Florida. Bicycle accidents are some of the scariest on Florida’s roads. They result in very serious injuries and afterwards,… Read More »