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Criminal Law
Q. What will the initial consultation cost?
A. Nothing. Contact us today for a free telephone consultation or submit your request for to schedule at time to stop by our office.
Q. If the police stop me and I have been drinking, what is the correct thing to do?
A. You may exercise your right to remain silent. You are not required to participate in the field sobriety tests. You are required to take a breath test, but should refuse if you have been drinking. You will furnish the state with a key piece of evidence against you if in fact you are over the limit.
Q. If I refuse the Breathalyzer exam, will I lose my license?
A.Yes, your license will be suspended for one year. However, you will be able to obtain a hardship license during the 12 month period. More importantly, you will have a better chance of being acquitted or having your case dismissed without breath test results in evidence.
Q. How can I get my criminal record expunged?
A. If the court withheld a formal Adjudication of Guilt, you would be entitled to seal your record. You would be entitled to expunge your record after 10 years.
If your case was dismissed, you are entitled to expunge your record immediately unless you were charged with certain crimes which are exceptions to the rule.
Personal Injury Law
Q. If I am involved in an automobile accident that is not my fault, will the At Fault party’s insurance company pay for my medical bills?
A. No, Florida is a No Fault state. What this means is, every licensed driver is required to carry Personal Injury Protection insurance. Regardless of fault, every person involved in the auto accident will have their own insurance company cover any medical bills.
Q. What should I do after I have been in an auto accident?
A. Immediately following the accident, contact your insurance company to report that an accident has occurred involving your vehicle.
Q. Do I need to speak with the At Fault driver’s insurance company?
A. It is in your best interest not to speak with the At Fault driver’s insurance company without the advice of legal counsel.
Q. If my car is damaged in an accident and the other party is At Fault, which insurance company will pay for the repairs to my vehicle?
A. If you are not At Fault, you have a choice. If you have appropriate coverage you may allow your company to pay for repairs and a rental car, if needed. However, your deductible will be subtracted from the total amount. This repair is often quicker. Your insurance company will then collect your deductible from the At Fault driver’s insurance company and reimburse you several months after the accident occurred.
Q. In the event my vehicle is totaled, will I be paid a replacement cost?
A. No, you are only entitled to fair market value of a vehicle like yours with similar mileage and in similar condition.
