You place a good deal of trust in your Florida doctor, counting on this individual to figure out what is causing your symptoms or discomfort and tell you what you need to do to feel better. Your ability to improve depends on your doctor’s ability to properly diagnose...
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Can you make a wrongful death claim?
After the unexpected death of a loved one due to someone else's negligence, you may want to file a wrongful death lawsuit. In many situations, you have that right, but there are some circumstances that may make you wonder if your lawsuit is valid. The Florida Statutes...
Is the Collaborative Process a good option for your divorce?
The Collaborative Law Process Act became effective in Florida on July 1, 2017, and is providing divorcing couples with a respectful alternative to litigation in court. The Collaborative Process has become increasingly popular with couples of all economic backgrounds...
Income used to figure child support
If you and your child's other parent each have one job and it is your sole source of income, figuring child support may not be complex. However, multiple sources of income can cloud the matter. These are the types of funds that should be part of the calculation as...
Tips for starting the brain injury recovery process
After a serious car accident where you sustain a traumatic blow to the head, you may struggle with the effects of a brain injury. According to the Brain Trauma Foundation, every year, nearly 2.5 million people in the U.S. sustain a traumatic brain injury. Some...
Medical malpractice exemption limits wrongful death claims
If a motorist runs a red light and takes the life of someone you love, you may have a wrongful death claim for pain and suffering. However, when you lose your loved one because of medical malpractice, you may not have the right to pursue damages for the emotional...
4 challenging asset types to divide
Not all property division in divorce is as simple as valuating and making a fair split. You may reasonably expect some assets to fall in value, some to rise and some to have other complications not pursuant to market behavior. Each class of asset requires a specific...
What does Florida law say about alimony?
Spousal support can take several different forms in Florida. State law establishes five types of alimony with specific qualifications for each arrangement. Review the Florida spousal support laws to learn how the court calculates a fair payment. Rehabilitative support...
What is medical malpractice?
When a doctor or medical facility makes a mistake during your care, it may rise to medical malpractice. Florida healthcare providers should do everything possible to ensure they do no harm while administering to your needs. However, when does a misstep become...
Restoring hope after a traumatic motorcycle wreck
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, nearly 5,000 motorcyclists passed away in 2018. For many of these victims, a variety of serious hardships arise, such as financial complications, physical pain, immobility (including a permanent...
