“Do you mind if I take a look?” When an officer asks this question at a DUI checkpoint, it might feel like you have no choice but to say yes. Many people worry that refusing will make them appear guilty or uncooperative. However, the U.S. and Florida Constitutions...
False allegations can seriously affect a Florida sex crime case, exposing the accused to criminal charges and long-term personal consequences. These cases involve complex facts and serious legal issues, making it important to understand how a false accusation can...
In a child custody case, a parenting plan explains to a Florida family court how you and the other parent will share parenting tasks, make major decisions and communicate about your child. It also includes a timesharing schedule, which states when your child will...
One period of significant change for parents is when they become empty nesters. Parenthood can really take over all aspects of their lives. For roughly two decades, they have to care for their children, think about their needs, schedule around school and other...
Imagine parking your car in Marion Avenue or docking your boat after a day on the Peace River, only to find someone broke in and stole your belongings. Most people call this stealing or vehicle theft. However, the State of Florida views this through a much more...
Patients do not always agree with the care decisions made by their physicians. In some cases, they start looking for a new doctor who may take their complaints more seriously or have a more compassionate approach to treatment. Occasionally, patients go so far as to...
A night out may take a sudden turn when a heated argument turns into a fight. What started as a simple disagreement in a bar could quickly lead to a brawl that requires police intervention. A bar fight officially becomes a criminal case when law enforcement officers...
Empty nesters, or parents whose children have moved out of the house, sometimes decide to get divorced. This can often be surprising to family members and friends, as a couple has been married for a significant amount of time – decades, in many cases – before deciding...
The top reason for DUI charges is alcohol use. Alcohol is one of the most common and easily accessible drugs in the country. The police specifically test a person's blood alcohol concentration (BAC) after an arrest because it can demonstrate that they had been...
If child custody (or officially, time-sharing) is on the table for your divorce case, you may have been wondering: How do courts decide on rights and obligations? In Florida, courts focus entirely on the best interests of the child, whether it be parental...
