The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is responsible for evaluating, approving and regulating medical devices used by doctors and hospitals around the country. The FDA groups medical devices into three classes depending on the level of risk they pose if defective. Class I products such as dental floss pose a relatively low risk to […]
In October of this year, a judge in Milwaukee County Circuit Court held that it would be unconstitutional to apply the state’s cap on noneconomic damages for medical malpractice in the case of Mayo v. Wisconsin Injured Patients and Families Compensation Fund. The plaintiff in the case, Ascaris Mayo, had reported to an emergency room […]
George Zimmerman’s defense lawyers were dealt a heavy blow today in their efforts to paint a colorful picture of Trayvon Martin’s background. What defendants’ don’t always know is that facts that might otherwise seem relevant in determining whether someone committed a crime (or in this case, whether Martin was the aggressor) aren’t always admitted in […]
In practicing law over the past 14 years, there is a common misconception that if a person has a Will then there is no need to do a probate. In Florida, in order to transfer legal title to assets and property, the person’s estate, whether they died with a Will or without one, must go […]
If you have a Special Needs child, you probably need to do more planning than just a simple Will. Most parents of a special needs child should set up what is called a Special Needs Trust. A Special Needs Trust is a specific estate planning document allowing a parent to devise their assets to a […]
Thinking of buying a house or property? Buying a house and the closing process can be overwhelming. Make sure that you consider using Whibbs Stone Barnett Turner, PA to handle your closing transaction. In Florida, a title company is allowed to handle your closing. However, most title companies do not have a real estate attorney […]
Guardianships, Estate Planning A common misconception is that if you don’t have a lot of money or assets then you don’t need a Will. This could not be further from the truth, especially if you have minor children. A Will is an important legal document which not only specifies who will receive your assets at […]
You always increase your chances for a favorable outcome by working with experienced Pensacola criminal defense attorneys who know the ropes and successfully defend their clients. However, understanding how to be a model defendant in your own case can save you from making mistakes that are difficult to rectify. According to research presented at the American […]
If you are not working with Pensacola workers compensation attorneys and your employer’s insurance carrier wants to you to have an Independent Medical Examination (IME), it is time to obtain skilled legal representation. Here is why. Insurance companies typically look for ways to cut costs, and having an insurance doctor evaluate your medical condition often […]
In today’s society, second marriages or more are common. In the past, prenuptial agreements have been given a negative connotation. Most people felt insulted at the suggestion of a prenuptial. However, for couples who have children by prior marriage, prenuptial agreements are extremely helpful in sorting out assets between the new spouse and the children. […]
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