If you are planning to end your marriage, you probably already know you and your soon-to-be ex-spouse must divide your marital estate. That is, you must split up the assets you own and any debts you have. According to Florida law, courts usually do this split fairly,...
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Are pediatric brain injuries easy to diagnose?
Just like adults, children are susceptible to traumatic brain injuries in motor vehicle crashes, slip-and-fall accidents and other everyday incidents. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 160,000 kids require hospital care...
Can you keep using your child’s car seat after a wreck?
Even though today's cars, trucks and SUVs are safer than ever, motor vehicle accidents still kill an unacceptable number of kids every single year. In fact, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, more than 600 children under the age of 13 died in car...
How to manage tension when separating property in divorce
Property division can cause significant tension in a divorce. You and your spouse may not agree on how to divide your assets fairly. You should understand your options and develop a property settlement plan before you begin separating your assets. Stress reduction...
How to avoid accidents with trains
Accidents involving trains and motor vehicles often result in serious injuries and deaths because of the weight, size and speed of trains. Because there is not much drivers, passengers or auto manufacturers can do to reduce damage from a train impact, it is important...
Helping your children cope with divorce
Divorce might seem confusing to your children and cause them to feel uncertain and frustrated. Managing your own emotions while trying to help your children too, may feel impossible at times. When you have an idea of how you can support your children through this...
The top 5 causes of highway accidents
Car wrecks can cause severe bodily injuries and property damage, resulting in costly medical and repair bills. Florida has a more significant number of fatal motor vehicle accidents than most states. As one of the most dangerous places to drive, it is essential to...
Common car collision injuries that could have delayed symptoms
The high speed and force in severe car collisions can cause significant trauma to your body, but the extent of your injuries might not be immediately apparent. An adrenaline rush can mask many potentially life-altering injuries, with symptoms appearing anywhere from a...
Statistics on pedestrian injuries and accident prevention
It is crucial to review the prevalence of pedestrian injuries and risk factors associated with these accidents, whether you walk near fast-moving traffic each day or you occasionally walk alongside the road. Whenever you walk near moving vehicles, you face the risk of...
Your emotional health during a divorce
Even if you want a divorce, losing the companionship of someone you saw yourself spending forever with can have its challenges. You may experience grief, sadness, confusion, anger and regret. Protecting your emotional health during a divorce requires regular...