DWI is a serious offense in Florida, no matter your occupation. However, it's even more significant if you're a pilot. Commercial pilots are responsible for the lives of hundreds and thousands of people every time they take to the skies, and operating any kind of...
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The dangers of road rage
According to researchers, Florida road rage incidents increased by 30% between 2020 and 2022. Road rage is when a driver expresses anger or aggression while behind the wheel. Some examples of road rage are excessive honking, chasing or blocking a vehicle, cursing, and...
Reinstating your license or applying for a hardship license
Losing your driver's license can seriously limit your ability to function in your everyday life, but there are ways to regain your driving privileges even if your license has been suspended or revoked. In Florida, individuals facing license suspension may be eligible...
Can roadside drug tests provide consistently reliable evidence?
In Florida, law enforcement officers use roadside drug tests to make arrests or support convictions. These tests have come under scrutiny due to claims of unreliability and flaws built into how the tests work. These field test kits often provide the primary evidence...
Wrongful death punitive damages for special populations
Families in Florida can file wrongful death suits in civil court if someone else is liable for a person's death. In the case of an adult, the judge or jury usually considers the person's income and life expectancy. Still, these cases can become much trickier for...
What are the differences between DUI and DWI?
Being pulled over by police in Florida and subsequently arrested for DUI or DWI is scary. Although most people think of the two charges interchangeably, they are not identical in some respects. Understanding DUI Driving under the influence (DUI) is a charge that can...
How to get a DUI charge dismissed
In Florida, thousands of drivers each year are charged with driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. That lapse in judgment can lead to serious long-term consequences, ranging from fines to license suspension, court-mandated counseling, and possible jail time....
Drug charges in Florida: Cocaine laws
Depending on the state and the drug, drug charges carry specific penalties. Cocaine laws are a special category when it comes to drug charges. In Florida, drug possession can range from a misdemeanor to a felony. Drug charges in Florida In Florida, cocaine is classed...
Fatal accidents show a sight decrease in first half of 2022
Florida residents got some good news during the first nine months of 2022 with a decrease in fatal traffic accidents. However, at the same time, fatalities increased when pedestrians and cyclists were involved. Even though the decrease was only 0.2% over the previous...
Can you be arrested for drowsy driving?
Most drivers have gotten behind the wheel while tired. It’s safe to say they didn’t realize how dangerous it was. According to the National Academy of Medicine, going without sleep for 18 hours impairs your driving as much as a blood alcohol concentration level of...