In 1886, Carl Frank was the first comedian to turn slipping on a banana into a joke. 138 years of laughter followed, but there’s nothing funny when slipping on an object left carelessly in a shopping mall or airport turns into a serious back or head injury. Or when someone...
When it Comes to Your Auto Accident, Photos Can Speak Volumes
Remember in My Cousin Vinny when Joe Pesci showed Marisa Tomei the photo of the tire treads made by the car in question while she was testifying? While perhaps not quite as dramatic, accident scene photos can make a difference in the outcome of your personal injury case. Why Car...
“BUT I FELT FINE AFTER THE ACCIDENT”….WHAT IS WHIPLASH AND WHAT SHOULD YOU DO NEXT?
You're sitting at a red light, and bam, you've been rear-ended. The impact came out of nowhere, maybe your airbag went off, and you made sure everyone in the car was ok. People run over, ask how you're feeling and you say, 'Fine'.* And other than the shock, you do...
THE BEST LAID PLANS…..WHAT TO DO WHEN THE CHILD SUPPORT PLAN ISNT’S WORKING OUT
After the ink dries on divorce papers, parenting plans, and child support agreements, there's a collective hope that everything will proceed smoothly. However, life's unpredictable nature often has other plans. What to Do When Your Child Support Plans Fall Through (more…)
Changes to Florida Laws as of January 1, 2024
Welcome to 2024. As we usher in the new year, it's essential to stay informed about the latest laws that will come into effect in Florida on January 1, 2024. These laws, passed by the Florida Legislature in 2023, aim to address various aspects of public safety, protection, and...
7 Tips to Share with Your Teen Before There’s an Accident
Getting a driver's license is an exciting right of passage for teens. For parents, it's a whole new world of worry every time your teen gets behind the wheel of a car. The CDC highlights that drivers aged 16-19 are more prone to car accidents than any other age group. ...
Changes To Florida Law Regarding Support For Adult Children
The new legislation signed into law on July 1, 2023, not only affects alimony and timesharing; it also changes the law regarding support for dependent adult children. A dependent adult child is an unmarried adult who cannot support him/herself as a result of a physical or mental incapacity...
Good Dad Act: Unmarried Dads Get Easier Route To Formalize Fatherhood
A new law in Florida makes it easier for unmarried fathers to be legally recognized as the child's parent, with all the rights and responsibilities that come with it. Previously, unmarried fathers had to go through a lengthy and expensive process to establish paternity in court. But the new law,...