Going through a divorce in Florida can significantly affect various aspects of your life. For medical practitioners, the consequences of divorce extend beyond personal matters and can significantly impact their medical practice. Here are the most common ways a divorce...
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Fatal teen-involved wrecks rise during 100 Deadliest Days
Florida parents of teenage drivers should be aware of an uptick in fatal teen-involved crashes that takes place each year during the summertime. Known as summer’s “100 Deadliest Days,” the stretch between Memorial Day and Labor Day is an especially dangerous time to...
More than 40,000 truckers tested positive for marijuana in 2022
When Florida drivers use marijuana before getting behind the wheel, it may have a sizable impact o driving ability. While this is true for any driver, it is particularly concerning when the drivers of large commercial trucks use marijuana. The sheer size and weight of...
What can you do with engagement rings during a divorce?
Engagement rings are one of the most sentimental and valuable pieces of jewelry you own. However, when you divorce, you may not know what to do with it. On average, engagement rings cost nearly $6,000. This can be substantial, particularly if you have financial stress...
What to expect following your child’s TBI
Car accidents are a common cause of traumatic brain injuries. Unfortunately, children are the most vulnerable passengers during a collision. TBIs can range from mild to severe, with moderate and severe TBIs resulting in long-lasting and sometimes permanent...
How can your spouse delay your divorce?
You have a legal right to divorce, regardless of whether your spouse agrees with the breakup. By no means can anyone force you to remain in a lousy marriage. However, your former partner can try to delay the process. Once you know the possible tactics, you can prepare...
Positive and negative trends for Florida drivers
As a growing state with a large population, Florida presents many challenges for drivers. Serious issues include reckless driving, distracted driving and impaired driving, leading to motor vehicle accidents that cause death and personal injury. Recent data reveals...
Some tips for child passenger safety in vehicles
Any accident on Florida roads could lead to severe injury, pain and suffering. If a child rides in a vehicle during an accident, the cause for concern increases. While accidents will always occur, parents can protect their children by taking smart precautions. The...
Tips on telling your children about your divorce
If you and your spouse are splitting up, you may be wondering how to tell your children. Ideally, you should let them know before you separate and before they hear the news from someone else. If you plan on how to share the news, the conversations usually go better....
Common factors involved in large truck accidents
Accidents involving large trucks often result in serious injuries and sometimes death. Their sheer weight and size cause much more damage than regular passenger vehicles do. Accidents occur due to various factors. Both truck drivers and passenger drivers play a part...