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Can Florida Police Search Your Cell Phone?
Your cell phone, much like your computer, holds a considerable amount of sensitive personal information. As such, it is of little surprise that law enforcement officials often have a desire to access this information. However, you have every right to keep your phone, its contents, and you personal privacy protected. Florida police officers do… Read More »
Florida Car Accident Injuries: Whiplash
If you’ve been involved in a rear-end collision in Tampa, you might have sustained a whiplash injury. This term refers to various neck injuries and strains, particularly involving damage to the soft tissues. You can describe whiplash as a myofascial injury, hyperflexion injury, or neck hyperextension. A Whiplash Injury Lawyer in Tampa is essential… Read More »
A Tampa Based Roofing Company Failed to Follow Safety Regulations, Now Faces DOL Lawsuit
According to reporting from the Tampa Bay Business Journal, the United States Department of Labor (DOL) has brought a lawsuit against Jasper Roofing Contractors Inc. for their attempts to obstruct a workplace safety investigation. Several times over the past few years, the Occupational Health and Safety Administration (OSHA) has conducted workplace safety reviews at… Read More »
What You Need to Know About Florida’s Pre-Trial Intervention Program
In Florida, some offenders, including certain felony offenders, may be eligible to enter a pre-trial intervention program. This type of program is a diversion program that can, if successfully completed, result in your criminal charges being dismissed. Here, our Florida felony defense lawyers discuss some of the important things you should know about our… Read More »
Florida Rental Car Accidents: Understanding Liability
Rental cars are everywhere. Indeed, Auto Rental News reports that there are 2.3 million rental cars currently on the road in the United States. Whether you are renting a car during a vacation, while your own vehicle is in the mechanic’s shop, or for any other reason, it is imperative that you fully understand… Read More »
You Should Always Take Pictures After a Car Accident
Nearly all Tampa Bay car accident attorneys agree that you must take extensive accident scene pictures after a car crash. While the responding police officers are also supposed to take pictures, you need to get your own copies. This is true for three primary reasons: 1) The officers may not take the right pictures… Read More »
Florida Personal Injury Claims: Amputations and Loss of Limbs
The loss of a limb in an accident is devastating. It is a catastrophic injury that will have life-altering effects on the victim and their family. While there is nothing that can truly make up for this type of loss, victims are entitled to recover substantial financial recovery. Sadly, the big insurance companies try… Read More »
Florida Appeals Court Denies Defendant’s Motion to Suppress Evidence
Recently, Florida’s Second District Court of Appeal issued a decision in the case of Zachary Daniels v. the State of Florida. This appeal involved a dispute over the issue of how police officers are allowed to legally obtain evidence. While this is certainly a highly technical issues, it is one that is critically important… Read More »
Were You Injured in a Swimming Pool Accident? Learn More About Your Legal Rights
Backyard and commercial swimming pools are a common sight across the Sunshine State. This is no surprise as Florida offers some of the country’s best conditions for swimming. While swimming can obviously be both fun and refreshing, it is also important to recognize the inherent risks that come with being in and around a… Read More »
Understanding Evidence: The Chain of Custody
Evidence is the foundation of any legal case. As such, it is critically important that criminal defendants are able to ensure that all forms of evidence being presented against them are legitimate. Before the prosecution can submit a piece of evidence at trial, they must first prove that they can authenticate the evidence. In… Read More »
