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The Criminal Trial Process

If you decide to take your criminal case to trial, the following is a very brief overview of what you will experience in the trial process: Pretrial motions - Before you ever enter the courtroom, your attorney will be filing motions1 with the court to keep out certain evidence and to combat any pretrial motions filed by the prosecutor. Jury selec [...]

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The Complete Guide to What to Do After a Car Accident

The Complete Guide to What to Do After a Car Accident

Millions of car accidents take place every year, which is why all drivers should understand exactly what to do after a collision. This includes collecting information that could potentially be used during negotiations with insurance providers or a personal injury case. After a crash, all involved parties face a possible liability. Insurance compani [...]

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How Does an Ankle Bracelet Work?

How Does an Ankle Bracelet Work?

Along with an increasing drive to lower the Florida prison population has come renewed interest in ankle bracelets. It is becoming more common to see people wearing these devices. Many wonder exactly how these devices work. The Purpose of Ankle Bracelets and House Confinement The primary purpose of electronic monitoring is to limit the mobility of [...]

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What to Know About Rental Venues and Personal Injury Claims

What to Know About Rental Venues and Personal Injury Claims

Planning an event can be rewarding and stressful. Hopefully, things will go well, and guests will show up and enjoy themselves. However, parties often involve alcohol, and merrymaking can turn dismal if an intoxicated guest injures themselves or another. Slip and fall accidents can occur anywhere, including rented spaces, but who is responsible for [...]

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Your Guide to the Florida Appeals Process

Your Guide to the Florida Appeals Process

If you have received a verdict by a Florida court of law, and you believe an error was made in presenting your case, you have a right to appeal the decision to a higher court. A panel of judges from a higher court will consider the appeal and decide if a new hearing should be held. The type of case determines which jurisdictional court should revie [...]

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When Can I Use Lethal Force Against a Trespasser?

When Can I Use Lethal Force Against a Trespasser?

There is a lot of discussion around the nation about average citizens using justifiable lethal force against those who seek to do them harm. To many, defending property using lethal force seems excessive, while proponents argue that these laws protect the innocent. The Florida Legislature allows property owners to “stand their ground” against [...]

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What You Need to Know About Florida Antitrust Laws

What You Need to Know About Florida Antitrust Laws

Consumers typically want the lowest possible price for services or goods. Simultaneously, businesses seek to charge as much as possible to boost profit margins. However, the law of supply and demand forces businesses to have a competitive pricing strategy, unless there is no other competition or if multiple businesses agree to artificially set thei [...]

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What to Do During a Traffic Stop If You Have a Concealed Weapons Permit

What to Do During a Traffic Stop If You Have a Concealed Weapons Permit

Most traffic stops are routine and end without a negative confrontation. It is common for Florida drivers to leave the scene with a mere warning, or at worst, a traffic infraction. More serious traffic stops occur, for example, when an officer catches someone with outstanding arrest warrants and takes them into custody. For police officers, every [...]

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What NOT to Do If You Are Pulled Over for a DUI

What NOT to Do If You Are Pulled Over for a DUI

When a driver is pulled over for a suspected DUI, it is not uncommon to see them make mistakes or do something that actually damages their case. Since DUI charges can be life-altering, it is important to be prepared. Whether the driver has been drinking or not, there are some things they should not do. Do Not Start a Confrontation Being pulled ov [...]

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Uncovering Juvenile Crime Myths

Uncovering Juvenile Crime Myths

Crime is one of the most troubling and misunderstood aspects of our society. Unfortunately, public interest in memorable and frightening crime stories means the media often panders to these fears. Misunderstanding the causes and consequences of juvenile crime does a disservice to youth and damages society as a whole. Here are a few of the myths tha [...]

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