Recent Blog Posts
How to Avoid an Accident with a Big Rig
There is no doubt that the trucking industry is vital to the US economy. Indeed, the Florida Trucking Association reports that the number of large trucks on the road is on the rise, and currently sits at nearly 11 million, and that trucks cover millions of miles every year. In Florida, the numerous imports and exports… Read More »
How are Employment Settlements Calculated?
While there are state and federal laws in place to protect employees from wage and hour violations, discrimination, and other offenses, these laws are not always adhered to. Indeed, employees face retaliation, wrongful termination, unfair wages, unsafe workplaces, and discrimination at an alarming rate. When employment laws are breached, affected employees have a right… Read More »
Should I File For Bankruptcy?
The decision to file for bankruptcy is not an easy one to make. To be sure, even if you understand the benefits of bankruptcy and are desperate for financial relief, you may also be wary about the potential consequences of filing for bankruptcy, such as losing your property or destroying your credit score. If… Read More »
What Are Grounds for Divorce in Florida?
Coming to the decision that you no longer want to be married to your spouse is difficult, and likely takes months or years or unhappiness to ultimately reach. Which is why when you do arrive at the conclusion that dissolution of marriage is what’s best for yourself and your future, learning that the state… Read More »
Can I Buy a House after Filing for Bankruptcy in Florida?
Filing for bankruptcy can be an effective way of getting a clean slate in terms of debt, escaping creditors’ calls, and being able to move forward with your life. Indeed, if you have exhausted your other options for repairing your finances, filing for bankruptcy may be your very best move, and provide you with… Read More »
How Is Child Support Calculated in Florida?
All parents have a legal responsibility to support their children financially, which is why child support is almost always part of a divorce and child custody settlement. The courts assume that the custodial parent is fulfilling their duty to provide for their child financially by being the primary caretaker, and therefore will likely order… Read More »
When Should I Hire a Personal Injury Attorney?
Being injured because of another’s negligent action can be a terrifying experience, and one that generates dozens of questions. To be sure, not only may you have wonders and worries about your injuries and whether you’ll make a full recovery, but also about what your legal rights are, whether you should bring forth a… Read More »
FAQ About Accident Cases in Florida
If you are involved in a car accident in Florida, you probably have a lot of questions. You will want to know the law concerning how to proceed and when to report an accident. In addition, it is important to know how damages are calculated in accident cases in Florida. Let’s explore these topics… Read More »
Dangers of Speeding Trucks in Pensacola Florida
Large trucks are involved in hundreds of accidents every year in the sunshine state. To be sure, the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicle’s (DHSMV) Annual Report 2016 reveals that in a single year, medium to heavy trucks were involved in 25 fatal collisions, 133 incapacitating accidents, and 379 non-incapacitating crashes. What’s more, there… Read More »
Do Children Have A Say in Custody?
Deciding with whom a child will live, and what the visitation rights of the other parent will be, as the result of a divorce, can be the most challenging aspect of separation. Not only are parents often concerned with ensuring that they are able to preserve their relationship with the child, but there may… Read More »
