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 […]
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. […]
The attorneys and staff at Widerman Malek, PL wish you a Happy Thanksgiving. We hope you are able to spend a joyous holiday with your friends and family. Widerman Malek, PL is thankful for its community, its clients, and all of the employees that make up the Widerman Malek, PL family. We thank you for […]
When a person gets hurt while on the job, there may be grounds for a worker’s compensation claim if the employer can be found at fault. The implications during a worker’s compensation suit can cause issues later on for the victim of the accident. Each state has its own set of worker’s compensation laws and […]
A health care surrogate is somewhat similar to a power of attorney granted to an individual. They are responsible for decision making on behalf of an individual that may no longer be able to make the medical decisions necessary to nurse them back to health or provide for conditions that they may have. If you […]
Georgia has seen its fair share of crimes but none quite as dramatic as Aubrey Lee Price’s attempt to embezzle millions and then fake his own death to avoid prosecution for his crime. Montgomery Bank & Trust hired Price as the director of that branch. In June of 2014 his case was heard regarding his […]
Much written about the glaring lack of criminal prosecutions against leaders of the lending industry and the titans of Wall Street for their widespread fraud in the selling of mortgage-backed securities. This wildly lucrative collaboration created the historical financial crisis from which the world is still recovering. The feds have, however, brought some civil actions […]
Widerman Malek, PL was honored at the Florida Today Volunteer Recognition Awards ceremony as the 2014 Business of the Year. The firm has been recognized for its many volunteer efforts through out the year. Widerman Malek, PL is a community based law firm that gives its time, talents and treasure to support many organizations. With […]
A civil lawsuit is filed when a victim or someone harmed emotionally or physically is seeking to be compensated for their pain and suffering. It can also include any damages to their property by the person accused. The accused can be made by the courts to pay back any damages sustained and for compensating the […]
