Recent Blog Posts
Financial Benefits of Divorce
Money is a hot topic in marriages and as such, it is a common cause of divorce. After a divorce, people are left with less money. This can make it hard to find a place to live and pay bills. While this may seem scary, it’s not all bad. While the single life does… Read More »
Differences Between Medical Malpractice and Wrongful Death
People die in accidents on a daily basis. A man dies while undergoing routine surgery. A woman is shot and killed by a robber. Several people eat a salad at a picnic and suffer fatal food poisoning. A drunk driver smashes into a car, killing the driver. A child is mauled to death by… Read More »
How Divorce Can Wreak Havoc on Your Retirement Plans
You may have planned a future with your spouse, only to see your plans disappear as you watch your marriage crumble. While many people get divorced in their 30s and 40s, some file for divorce later in life – in their late 50s, 60s, 70s and beyond. A divorce late in life has many… Read More »
Man Dies in Solo-Vehicle Crash in Polk County
Car crashes can happen at any time—even when driving on a routine route. You don’t have to collide with another vehicle. Sometimes just one vehicle is involved in a crash, and sometimes solo-vehicle accidents are even deadlier than ones involving multiple vehicles. Sadly, that was the case for a Florida man, who recently died… Read More »
Florida’s “Stand Your Ground” Law Provides Defense to Weapons Charges
When it comes to firearm offenses, Florida has some of the toughest laws in the nation. A person convicted of seriously injuring or killing someone with a firearm could end up spending many years in prison. This is especially true thanks to mandatory minimum sentences in place. However, Florida does have one unique law… Read More »
How to Help Someone Going Through a Divorce
At some point in your life, you may discover that a friend or family member is going through a divorce. If you have never been through such an experience yourself, you may wonder how to proceed. What do you do? What can you say to make things better? While the person going through the… Read More »
Should You Opt for a DIY Divorce?
The COVID-19 quarantine has caused many couples to reconsider their marriage. Being cooped up with someone 24/7 can be a recipe for disaster. Spouses have gotten so sick of each other that many have even filed for divorce. However, with law firms changing their business operations and courts shut down, some couples are wondering… Read More »
Medical Malpractice Claim Tossed Out Due to Expired Statute of Limitations
In Florida, the statute of limitations for medical malpractice cases is two years. This means that once a person discovers that they have been injured by a negligent medical professional, they have to file a lawsuit within two years. If they fail to do so, the case could be thrown out of court and… Read More »
10 Florida Residents Arrested for Lewd and Lascivious Behavior
Ten people in Florida were recently arrested for lewd and lascivious behavior. The arrests took place on July 13 and 14 after an investigation that began in 2018. However, there is a lot of secrecy surrounding the investigation. For example, the names and mug shots of those arrested were not made public. Also, there… Read More »
Moving on From an Unwanted Divorce
Ideally, married couples would stay together forever. If they do decide to divorce, then the hope is that it would be a mutual decision. However, this is not always the case. Women initiate divorces at higher rates than men, so there is a strong possibility that one party didn’t see it coming. They may… Read More »
