Losing a driver's license due to a DUI can be devastating for working families. Without the ability to drive, it can be impossible to get to work, especially if driving is part of the job. If a judge accepts it, a hardship plea can help avoid the full revocation of...
Ever since cellphones became affordable and popular, Florida and the other states have struggled to respond to the resulting distracted driving crisis and curb this dangerous behavior. Florida's statutory approach to combating distracted driving is called the Wireless...
Driving is a privilege that many people, unfortunately, take for granted. In certain cases, whether because you have too many unpaid parking tickets, a DUI or another offense, the state will take your driver’s license. This means the state does not want you to drive....
When you find yourself pulled over for suspicion of driving under the influence in Florida, it is important to know your rights. Even if you are unaware of your rights, though, law enforcement still have a responsibility to treat you in accordance with those rights....
Driving under the influence (DUI) is a serious offense in Florida, but did you know that in certain cases, it can turn into a felony instead of a misdemeanor? First, it is important to understand the differences between felonies and misdemeanors. The latter are less...
Nobody plans to get into a crash. But having a plan of action if you ever end up in a collision can make coping with the tragic incident a little more tolerable. Taking careful actions can help build a solid personal injury claim if the time comes. Specifically, here...
Florida is beautiful, but unfortunately, living there does not come without its share of risks. Here, we refer to criminal behavior in the state of Florida. Specifically, the most common crimes Floridians commit in the state. Theft crimes Two of the most common crimes...
When police officers conduct searches or seizures, they must follow the rules outlined in the Fourth Amendment to the US Constitution. This amendment protects citizens from unreasonable searches and seizures by requiring police to have probable cause before conducting...
The traditional idea of what happens when someone gets arrested for a drug crime is: Arrest Charge Court date Possible conviction Punishment While this process still exists, in some cases, authorities offer people charged with drug crimes the opportunity to attend...
Slip-and-fall accidents are not merely brief moments of embarrassment. They can lead to enduring consequences that linger long after the initial stumble. 1. Lingering physical ailments The immediate aftermath of a slip-and-fall might involve aches and pains, but the...