Alimony, a dreaded word for some, and what seems like the only hope for others, is a very big deal in many divorce cases. In cases where both parties are trying their best to remain amicable and reach friendly decisions on the various items at issue in the divorce, including Alimony, it can be tempting to…
The penalties set for drinking and driving are remarkably severe in Florida. Based on the person’s DUI record or the fact that there was property damage or personal injury, the penalties can vary from probation to jail time, and everything in between. Every DUI sentence includes probation, a suspension of the driver’s license, fines, DUI…
The offense of driving under the influence of alcohol, chemical substances or drugs can be prosecuted as a misdemeanor or felony in Florida. There are several factors and circumstances that the allegations depend on, such as the DUI history of the suspect or whether someone was injured or killed. In Florida, DUI is typically a…
If you or one of your friends gets pulled over for a DUI, it is important to know your rights and understand the process. DUI charges are a criminal offense in Florida and in the worst case you could be sentenced as a criminal defendant. Here are some helpful tips about how to act correctly…
When a police officer suspects a DUI violation, he usually conducts one or more tests to determine whether the driver is impaired. There are several ways to test a driver’s sobriety, such as Field Sobriety Tests, a Breathalyzer Test and Blood Alcohol Content Tests. Field Sobriety Tests (FSTs) When you are pulled over for a…
Every January, divorce lawyers across the country see a surge in divorce cases. This article gives some great insight into some of the main strategic concerns you’ll want to consider when thinking about filing for divorce. While these tips are important and a great stepping off point for some of the many issues you’ll grapple with if you…
Wishing each and everyone one of you a safe, happy and festive New Year! Remember, plan ahead to avoid driving if you are drinking. Of course, it is the responsible thing to do. Let’s keep this a “joyous” season. Don’t get into too much trouble this New Years, but if you do …(230) 245-9911 24/7
Once an arrest is made, the clock starts ticking for the prosecution. So you don’t want to prematurely start that process. You have to get as much information as possible before you do that. Read more on Wink News: http://www.winknews.com/2016/12/19/lack-of-arrest-after-cape-officer-crash-raises-questions/ (video needs Flash enabled but the article summarizes the content)
What, you may ask? I thought the legal blood alcohol limit was .08, right? How can someone be that far under the limit and still get charged with a DUI? Good question and this case have some good lessons for all of us. First of all, what does .02 mean? Does it mean my client had been drinking? Not…
Almost everyone goes into a marriage believing it will last. As most of us know, there are very few marriages out there that don’t have their fair share of ups and downs. Sometimes, however, marriages must come to an end, no matter how painful it is. If you are going through a divorce, you should have a compassionate…