Florida is a Comparative Negligence state. But what does that mean? When someone has been injured due to an accident or some other way, it may be difficult to determine who is at fault. There are several types of negligence. Comparative negligence allows every party to be responsible for the percentage of negligence that they…
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Lawsuit filed for the Intentional Death of Alteria Woods
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Monday, January 11, 2021 Alteria Woods was 21 years old, an inductee into the National Honor Society of High School Scholars, and a pharmacy technician who had aspirations of obtaining a degree and becoming a pharmacist. On March 19, 2017, Alteria’s life was tragically cut short when she was shot and…
What is a Section 1983 Action?
A section 1983 action refers to 42 U.S. Code §1983. It provides the right under federal law to sue state employees or any others acting “under color of state law”. Section 1983 is a means to enforce existing civil rights not a creation of new rights. Section 1983 reads as follows: “Every person who, under…
Mary Sherris – Orlando’s Attorney of the Year 2020
As seen in Orlando Style Magazine September 2020 Issue. “Empowering others to take charge of their own lives again,†is part of Mary Sherris’ life mission. Mary is a first generation Greek-American and knows firsthand the sacrifices that her parents made so that she could enjoy the rights of being an American. She seeks to…
Florida’s PIP 14-day rule – What you need to know
If you are a Florida driver, you need to know Florida’s PIP 14-day rule. Medical insurance coverage is essential for you and your family. Medical coverage is the peace of mind that you can take care of any future health problems. On the other hand, it can be very stressful if your family members get…
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