What Are the Laws for Driving in a School Zone?
Did you know there are over 100,000 schools in the United States? The sheer number of schools in our country means that sooner or later, you’re bound to drive through a school zone. Whenever you see school zone signs, you can adjust your speed and be alert for children. But what are the speed limit restrictions for Florida school zones? And what happens if you commit an infraction while...Read More
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The Hidden Costs of Speeding Tickets in Florida
Most speeding tickets in Florida come with a $200 to $300 price tag. And if you thought that amount was high, take note. Play your cards wrong, and you could find yourself paying up to $1,000 if caught going 50mph over the speed limit. The fees you pay vary according to how fast you’re going. As well as, if they catch you speeding in a specific zone. When it comes to speeding, the best...Read More
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Can Stress Affect Driving Enough to Cause an Accident?
When you think of auto accidents, you probably think of tangible causes such as the weather, distracted driving, and the like. What you might not think about, however, is physiological causes. Physiological stress, in particular, can have a seismic impact on a person’s state of being. It can make a person nervous, distracted, and irrational, to name just a few characteristics. That said,...Read More
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What’s the Difference Between ‘Nolo Contendere,’ ‘Nolle Prosequi,’ and ‘Guilty Plea?’
Going to court in Florida can be daunting. After all, the Sunshine State has 94 different courts, each with different personalities and oppositions you have to deal with. If you have never been to court, you may think there are only guilty and not guilty pleas as options. As any good lawyer will tell you, these pleas only scratch the surface. What are the biggest differences between guilty vs....Read More
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Florida Tort Reform Law: What Does It Mean for You?
House Bill 837 recently took effect all across the state of Florida. The new Florida tort reform law will make it more difficult to obtain the compensation you deserve after getting injured due to someone else’s negligence. Additionally, if you have just filed or are about to file a personal injury lawsuit, you may face unexpected delays. Many plaintiffs rushed to file their cases before...Read More
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Long-Term Spinal Cord Injury Consequences
Each year in America, 17,700 people acquire a spinal cord injury (SCI). Most of them happen due to being involved in a vehicle collision. Damage to the spinal cord disrupts the messages from the brain to the rest of the body and can result in various forms of impairment. If you’ve been injured in a car accident, you should understand the possible long-term consequences of this particular...Read More
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