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  • When Waterparks Turn Dangerous, Who’s Liable?
    When Waterparks Turn Dangerous, Who’s Liable?
     Waterparks are great places for fun and frolic, and central Florida has many: Disney World’s Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon, Seaworld Orlando’s Aquatica, Adventure Island in Tampa, Buccaneer Bay at Weeki Wachee Springs State Park and LEGOLAND Florida Park in Winter Haven. The great majority of visitors to these amusements
  • When is Restitution Ordered as a Penalty in a Florida Criminal Case?
    When is Restitution Ordered as a Penalty in a Florida Criminal Case?
    Restitution is a court-ordered payment by the perpetrator of a crime to the victims, in addition to a jail sentence, fine and any other penalty. Restitution is not meant to be punitive. Its purpose is to restore the victims financially, as much as possible, to where they were before the
  • When a Cruise Ship Paradise Becomes a Nightmare
    When a Cruise Ship Paradise Becomes a Nightmare
    Families with children often look forward to a cruise ship vacation because these packages promise the best of both worlds — plenty of pampering for the parents in addition to a range of activities to keep the kids happy and occupied. The fact that cruises are supposed to an escape
  • What Types of Personal Injury Claims Might Result from COVID-19 Exposure?
    What Types of Personal Injury Claims Might Result from COVID-19 Exposure?
    COVID-19 exposure has led to a litany of serious health issues and tens of thousands of deaths. Though everyone’s health is top priority, afflicted individuals and family members of those who have been lost might wonder what type of claims can be brought in relation to coronavirus infections. Though each
  • What to Expect from Florida’s Juvenile Justice Process
    What to Expect from Florida’s Juvenile Justice Process
    In Florida, criminal offenders under the age of 18 go through the state’s juvenile justice system, which focuses on attempting to rehabilitate young offenders instead of subjecting them to the adult court system. If your child has been accused of a crime, you need to understand how Florida’s juvenile justice
  • What to do in the event that you are Arrested
    What to do in the event that you are Arrested
    If you unfortunately find yourself being arrested by the police there are a few things that you should know and do that will help protect your interests in your pending criminal case. DO NOT speak to the police unless you are requesting an attorney. The police are only speaking with
  • What Makes Truck Accident Lawsuits Complex?
    What Makes Truck Accident Lawsuits Complex?
    Motor vehicle accident cases — whether they involve cars, SUVs, trucks, motorcycles or ATVs — share many similarities. However, lawsuits seeking damages for injuries caused by 18-wheelers and other large commercial trucks tend to be more challenging due to the complexity of the issues that can arise. One reason truck
  • What Is the Difference Between a Wrongful Death Claim and a Survival Action Claim?
    What Is the Difference Between a Wrongful Death Claim and a Survival Action Claim?
    When a person dies due to a negligent, reckless, or deliberate act, Florida law provides two ways the deceased’s next of kin can hold the wrongdoer accountable in civil court. The first is through a survival action, which covers the deceased person’s losses, and the second is a wrongful death
  • What Hurdles Might You Encounter in a Slip-and-Fall Lawsuit?
    What Hurdles Might You Encounter in a Slip-and-Fall Lawsuit?
    “Slip and fall” is a broad term used to describe injuries sustained in an accident on private or public property. When such an accident occurs because of unsafe conditions, the property owner or occupant may be held responsible for the victim’s medical bills and other resulting losses and expenses. In
  • What Happens During and After a Florida DUI Arrest?
    What Happens During and After a Florida DUI Arrest?
    Florida has harsh laws for people who drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs. First offenders can face a range of penalties including fines, probation, community service, the suspension of a driver’s license, and the possibility of jail time. Repeat offenders, like this Florida woman who was arrested three