Author Archives: Jay Butchko
How Much Marijuana Is Considered ‘Personal Use’ In Florida?
If you’re scratching your head wondering, “How much weed is still just ‘personal use’ in Florida?” — you’ve come to the right place. The short answer is: Florida law doesn’t precisely define a “personal use” threshold the way some states do, but case law and statute set practical dividing lines. And when those lines… Read More »
Should You Accept The Insurance Company’s First Settlement Offer After An Auto Accident?
You’ve just been in a car accident. Your vehicle is damaged, your body aches, bills are piling up; so much happening already. And, on top of this, the insurance company calls with a settlement offer. A settlement offer after an auto accident sounds tempting: cash in your hand, case closed, no more hassles. But… Read More »
Finding Early Evidence At The Scene Of Your Truck Accident: Your Guide
Truck accident claims live or die on the evidence collected immediately at the scene. Skid marks vanish, vehicle parts are cleared, and camera footage gets overwritten. Point? If you don’t act fast, you lose your leverage. At Madonna Law Group, we’ve seen good cases turn sour because vital proof evaporated. Here’s your crash-scene survival… Read More »
Do Florida Courts Divide Property Equally In Divorce?
Most people believe that when Florida couples split, everything just gets handed out 50/50 like splitting a pizza on a date. But that’s NOT how Florida divorce law works. Here, courts aim for what’s fair, not necessarily equal. Understanding how that works could mean the difference between losing half of your future or holding… Read More »
Is Sealing Of Criminal Records Automatic In Florida?
If you’ve been arrested in Florida and the charges got dropped or you were found not guilty, it’s easy to believe the record just disappears. And that’s exactly what most people do. Well, it doesn’t. In the vast majority of cases, sealing or expunging criminal records in Florida is not automatic. You’ve got to… Read More »
What Is Assumption Of Risk And How Does It Affect Your Personal Injury Claim?
You got hurt. Someone else caused it. You file a personal injury claim expecting justice… only to hear the other side say, “Well, you knew the risks.” That’s the assumption of risk defense, and in Florida (and most states), it can be a serious roadblock to your recovery. But here’s the truth: it’s not… Read More »
I Want To Modify My Divorce Decree In Florida: How Can I Do That?
So you’ve already divorced. Papers are signed and the decree is final. But anything can change in life. You lose your job. Your ex wants to relocate. The kids have new needs. You’re thinking: “Can I modify the divorce decree in Florida?” The answer: absolutely—but only if you know the rules. At Madonna Law… Read More »
What Is The 10‑Day Rule In Florida DUI Defense? And What Happens If You Miss It?
In Florida, when you’re arrested for DUI and your license is taken right on the spot, you’ve got exactly 10 calendar days to act or you face automatic suspension. That’s not advice, that’s law. Florida Statutes § 322.2615 gives you just ten days to request a hearing with the Department of Highway Safety and Motor… Read More »
6 Children Ejected From Vehicle In 2-Vehicle Crash
Seat belts are in vehicles for a reason. They keep occupants in place when they are traveling inside a vehicle. Without them, a person could be ejected and seriously injured or killed. Six children were ejected from a vehicle after a crash in Pasco County. Fortunately, none suffered life-threatening injuries and all are expected… Read More »
My Car Accident Claim Exceeds My Insurance Limits. Now What?
Let’s say you’re in a serious car accident in Florida. You do everything right. File the claim. Cooperate with your insurance company. But then you get the medical bills. The rehab bills. The lost wages. Maybe even permanent injury. You add it all up and your jaw drops. Turns out, your damages exceed your… Read More »