All Florida citizens who enter the courtroom have a right to representation when facing a legal issue, but not all cases may necessitate the help of an attorney. Just as people have a right to representation, they also have the right to represent their own cases in court. Representing yourself in court is called pro […]
Mass shootings throughout the United States have created a great deal of scrutiny of gun laws at both federal and state levels. Florida, which has had several shooting incidents in its history, including the tragic Parkland school shooting that ended in 17 deaths, has some of the least restrictive gun laws in America. What Restrictions […]
Applying for social security disability insurance (SSDI) in Tampa, Florida, is notoriously difficult and time-consuming. You’ve earned these benefits through years of hard work, yet you often have to prove you are in need of this kind of assistance. Here are some helpful resources for getting social security or re-applying after a rejection. Applying for […]
In the state of Florida, most employers are required to carry workers’ compensation insurance. Unfortunately, there are laws set in place that favor the employer, making it more difficult on an employee applying for benefits. These laws make it that much more important that you consult with a workers’ compensation attorney. We are available to […]
Going through the process of a lawsuit is not something you want to do on your own. It can be a daunting procedure that may be time consuming and unexpected issues can arise, whether you are suing someone, being sued, or being called as a witness. Our experienced team of attorneys are available to explain […]
Who takes the fall for a self driving car that’s involved in an accident and kills someone? The blame has to land somewhere. Is it the operator, the owner, the manufacturer, a little of each? The debate is ongoing and the answer is still unclear. The First Incident Unfortunately, this issue reared its ugly head […]
A lawsuit is the best method an injured person has of recovering compensation for damages after an accident caused by another party’s negligence. However, legal representation generally isn’t cheap, and many plaintiffs cannot afford legal representation out of pocket. For this reason, many personal injury attorneys offer billing based on contingency agreements. What Is a […]
When a person witnesses another person suffer grave injury, there is a natural inclination to help. However, in recent years, many people have come under fire for unintentionally injuring the people they meant to help. For this reason, many states have enacted “Good Samaritan” laws to protect people who act in good faith to help […]
Though TV and movies often conflate civil and criminal cases, from a legal perspective, they are very distinct from each other. Criminal cases seek justice for wrongs committed by an individual and generally involve prosecution from the state or federal court. Civil cases, by contrast, generally exist between two or more private parties and seek […]
The United States has an unprecedented number of shootings, many of which occur in schools. The recent school shooting in Parkland, Florida, at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shocked the nation and intensified the debate around gun control in the United States. Florida legislators took action earlier this month and passed Senate Bill (SB) 7026. […]
