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Monday, December 30, 2013

Do Not Quickly Accept Money From An Insurance Company After An Accident In The State Of Florida

Car accidents and the paperwork aftermath can be a stressful and taxing ordeal. In an effort to recoup money for lost wages, medical bills, and car repairs, people are all too willing to accept a check from an insurance company. A check can be tempting, but don't be too eager to settle. The insurance company that you're dealing with will want immediate resolution and knows that offering a check will ultimately rob you of your legal right to fair compensation. The insurance company is looking out for their best interests, not the accident victim's.

It's imperative that you hire an attorney to help you through the bureaucracy of a personal injury claim. As the sum of your medical expenses and lost wages surpass the amount originally offered to you, you will be thankful you hired an attorney to advocate on your behalf. Many times people may not be aware of how injured they actually are and will begin experiencing residual pain from car accident injuries later on. Before agreeing to any type of personal injury settlement be sure to consult with an attorney.

Contact the Gainesville Personal Injury Attorneys of DeCarlis and Sawyer at 352-371-3838 or at decarlisandsawyer.com as soon as possible if you or a loved one has been injured in an auto accident.

Wednesday, December 4, 2013

What Are The Two Types Of Misdemeanors In The State Of Florida?

At one point or another, nearly everyone has committed a minor crime, be it speeding, a parking violation, or maybe shoplifting. Misdemeanors are common criminal infractions that can have major repercussions if not promptly addressed by a dedicated and experienced criminal defense lawyer. If you decide to go it alone, be prepared for an uphill battle.

There are two different types of misdemeanors in Florida. The first type, a "first degree" misdemeanor which is a crime punishable by up to a year in jail and a $1,000 fine. These crimes are far more serious than "second degree" misdemeanors, which are punishable by 60 days in jail.

If you have been recently arrested or charged with any Misdemeanor offense in the State of Florida, accused of Misdemeanor driving under the influence (DUI), have a Misdemeanor warrant for your arrest for failure to appear in court, are facing a Misdemeanor violation of probation or community control, received a Misdemeanor traffic ticket or want to explore the expunging or sealing of your Misdemeanor record, we invite you to schedule your free consultation with an experienced Florida Misdemeanor defense lawyer.

If you or a loved one has been accused of a Misdemeanor offense in Gainesville, Florida, contact the Criminal Defense Lawyers of The Law Firm of DeCarlis & Sawyer at 352-371-3838 or at decarlisandsawyercriminallaw.com.