Monthly Archives: October 2017
Claiming Self Defense In Florida – Here’s What You Need To Know
Legally speaking, self defense is an affirmative defense that can be used under some circumstances to avoid the legal effects of an otherwise unlawful violent act. For example, pointing a gun at someone and intentionally pulling the trigger is usually an unlawful act, but if this act is done out of self defense (perhaps… Read More »
What Constitutes Medical Malpractice In Florida?
Medical malpractice (also sometimes referred to as “medical negligence”) occurs when a medical professional’s negligence injures a patient. However, It is important to note that not all medical mishaps are the result of negligence (i.e. failing to act with the level of care that an ordinarily prudent person would have exercised under similar circumstances),… Read More »
How To Establish A Child’s Paternity In Florida
Did you know that in Florida the law distinguishes between biological fathers and legal fathers? While for many children their biological father is also their legal father, this is not the case for every child. Think of it this way, a child’s biological father is the man who genetically fathered him or her while,… Read More »
Changes to Medical Malpractice Caps in Florida
If you have been a victim of medical malpractice, you may be wondering what state laws apply to you and the amount of money you can expect to receive from a settlement. Many states have caps that limit the amount of money you can get from a medical malpractice lawsuit. Florida did have a… Read More »
