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The State of Florida has the strictest laws when it comes to illegal drugs, mainly due to the fact that it is a prime drug smuggling route from Mexico into the United States. A drug offense, whether it is possession with intent, manufacturing, or selling, should be taken very seriously.  If you have been accused …

Possession of illegal drugs over 10 grams is a serious charge in the State of Florida. It can potentially lead to spending one year, five years, or even thirty years in prison, depending on the nature of the substance in question. An amount of ten grams or more can qualify for a charge of drug …

If you were caught driving a commercial vehicle without a valid driver’s license in St. Petersburg, then you will need to understand your legal rights. There are serious consequences for operating a commercial vehicle without a valid driver’s license, and you should consult with a criminal defense attorney as soon as possible. It is important …

If you are were arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) in St. Petersburg, then you must learn your legal rights under Florida law. There are severe consequences that come with a DUI conviction, and you will need to hire a criminal defense lawyer to protect your future. At The Law Place, we have over …

Florida Statute 322.03 states that it is unlawful for a person to operate a motor vehicle without a valid driver’s license in the State of Florida. To be charged with driving without a valid driver’s license, you must have physical control of the motor vehicle, you must have been driving in a public place, and …

We all make risky decisions at some point in our lives. The chances that drink driving has affected you at some point, in one way or another, is quite high. Driving under the influence is dangerous and is taken very seriously by the State of Florida. If it is suspected that you have been driving …

Arson is when a person deliberately sets fire to a property. The State of Florida takes arson very seriously, and it is classed as a felony crime. Arson is not as common as burglary, theft, or other types of criminal mischief, but it still happens quite frequently.  If you are facing arson charges, then you …

An Inferior Vena Cava (IVC) Filter is a medical apparatus used to prevent blood clots from forming in the legs, which could then reach the heart or lungs. Those at risk of deep vein thrombosis are likely to be familiar with IVC filters and their risks. But actually, deciding whether or not to have an …

A herniated disc injury has the potential to be one of the most debilitating and painful spinal injuries. To make it even worse, they are also a relatively common injury. If you have sustained a disc herniation, then it is likely that you will be suffering from intense pain in your neck and back, numbness, …

While garbage trucks provide a vital service to the people in Florida, they also cause a number of motor vehicle accidents every year. As large and heavy vehicles, garbage trucks can cause a catastrophic amount of damage and destruction if they cause an accident. Unfortunately, this means that the driver and any passengers in the …

Dogs are friendly animals, and many people cannot imagine their lives without them. They have the ability to support the mental health of their owners and can be really helpful for people with disabilities. Apart from that, it’s also just fun having them around. However, a dog is still an animal. If it feels threatened, …

If you were involved in an accident that was not your fault, then you need the help of a St. Petersburg, personal injury lawyer. You could be owed compensation for a number of injuries, such as broken bones, burns, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, and much more.  At The Law Place, we have over …

As we age, we might start suffering from various health problems. The most common ones include hearing or sight deterioration, fading memory, and worn-out joints. Fortunately, current medicine can handle most of them nowadays. Hip replacement surgery, in particular, is a very popular procedure that significantly improves patients’ lives. If performed correctly, it can alleviate …

In Florida, the roads and highways are an integral part of everyday life. With such high volumes of traffic traveling across the state on a daily basis, there are many intersections in place to control the flow of vehicles. However, these intersections can often be dangerous because traffic is traveling in so many different directions. …

Drivers on the roads of Florida have a duty of care to drive responsibly while operating their vehicles. When a truck driver decides to drive under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol, they put their lives as well as the lives of other road users at risk. The consequences of driving under the influence are …

Spinal cord injuries are some of the most serious injuries people can ever suffer. Data has been published by The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis, highlighting that there are over 17,000 new spinal cord injuries reported every year in the United States. Spinal cord injuries are severe because they can change a person’s life forever. …

Victims of sexual abuse have endured unimaginable physical and emotional pain. They have the right to legal justice, and the legal system should hold their abusers accountable.  It takes a great deal of strength for a sexual abuse survivor to share their story, yet they are often held back by hurdles in the legal system, …

In Florida and across the U.S., drivers and pedestrians alike rely on traffic signals to guide us, help us drive carefully, and allow pedestrians to cross roads safely. Traffic signals control the flow of traffic and maintain a sense of order on the road. Without traffic signals, the likelihood of accidents occurring would increase substantially. …

DHL trucks can carry a large amount of cargo on board, with some of these trucks holding up to 40 tonnes of weight. In the last year, these DHL trucks have been in constant demand. Services such as next-day and same-day delivery mean that company’s such as DHL and FedEx are having to hire as …

Many car accidents are caused by aggressive drivers in St. Petersburg. The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety even declared that aggressive driving is one of the leading causes of increased commute time on the roadways in St. Petersburg. Furthermore, aggressive driving results in injuries and even death for hundreds of people every single year. The …