We have all read about the huge settlements given to some people at the conclusion of their personal injury claim. Millions of dollars are seemingly awarded for what seems to be minor things. I thought it would be interesting to look at some of the awards given to Florida residents for their personal injury claims. […]
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Do you have a last will and testament?
I’m sure everyone has heard of families who have fought bitterly over the assets left behind when a loved one passes on. There are arguments over who gets Aunt Bertha’s china, who inherits Grandma’s recipe book, who gets mom’s jewelry or dad’s antique car collection. When nothing is written down to show your desire on […]
Unusual last wills
To leave your surviving spouse the house and all the money in the bank accounts seems like a very normal thing. Perhaps you might leave a small percent to a charity or church. Maybe you want your favorite granddaughter to have your wedding ring set to remember you by. Again, all normal bequests to have […]
The George Zimmerman Case & Civil Law
In order to not know about the George Zimmerman case you must have been living under a rock since February 26, 2012. George Zimmerman fatally shot Trayvon Martin on that date in Sanford, Florida. The public and the media tried him even before the official trial. Everyone had their opinion on his guilt or innocence. […]
5 Myths about Intellectual Property
For the most part, people don’t set out to “steal” someone else’s property or creative ideas, but they are often inspired by what they see or what they’ve heard, which in turn leads them down a sometimes daunted path of inappropriate business dealings equating to the loss of their business, fines, fees and even bankruptcy. […]
The Common Types of Power of Attorney
The power of attorney can be granted in the event that a person becomes unable to perform specified duties. When someone is granted power of attorney over another individual they take control of any transactions listed within their right to do so. The rights of the attorney or agent specialized within the power of attorney […]
What a Concussion can do for a Criminal Defendant
We’ve all known that playing sports can come with its own set of risks. We’ve seen it on television and we’ve seen it while watching our children play various sports throughout their childhood. And now, the media has the ability to show instant replays over and over again, as we watch a great athlete tear […]
Business Owner’s May be Responsible for Slip and Fall Accidents
Property owners are normally found responsible for all injuries that occur on their property. This is the case when that property owner knew of the foreseen issue and did nothing to fix it before someone become hurt. Many businesses will purchase signs to use if there are dangers around the business area that consumers will […]
You Had an Auto Accident, Should You Contact a Lawyer?
Every day there are thousands of accidents throughout the United States. These accidents can include all types from boating, bicycling, ATVs, automobiles, motorcycles, or other types of accidents that cause personal injury. After an accident the cost of stabilizing your life can be tremendous. Seeking legal counsel can help straighten out any questions, problems, or […]
Trademark Infringement – A Real Case
Cases of trademark infringement have become more common on the internet. Some of these cases are genuine complaints, made against online users who do not have any idea in this field. Some claims of infringements are unsuitable that the charges made for trademark infringement is dubious. The Trademark law shields the trademark holder’s unique rights. […]
