Recent Blog Posts
TurnSignl Is Coming To Our Market And Partnering With Meldon Law!
Innovative TurnSignl App Expands to Florida; Provides On-Demand Legal Guidance to Drivers TurnSignl, the Black-owned app that provides 24/7 access to legal guidance from expert attorneys, is nowavailable for use in the Sunshine State. The expansion marks the fifth market for TurnSignl, with services also available in Minnesota, California, Georgia and Tennessee. TurnSignl launched… Read More
Stacked Vs. Unstacked Insurance
Auto insurance can be tricky to understand. What is covered and what is not? What happens when you are in a crash? There’s collision, comprehensive, personal injury protection, medical payments, uninsured motorist, and many other options to insure your vehicle and protect you in the event of a car accident. There’s even stacked and… Read More
Florida Laws Limit Wrongful Death Lawsuits
Nobody wants to hear that their beloved family member has died due to someone else’s negligence. After all, the death could have been prevented. It’s a true tragedy. On the bright side, you can file a wrongful death lawsuit and receive financial compensation, right? Well, not always. Florida’s wrongful death laws are unique in… Read More
Workers’ Compensation
Have you been injured on the job? You could be eligible to receive worker’s compensation benefits for medical expenses and/or lost wages. Florida statutes §440.02 and §440.10 require employers across all industries, excluding construction, who have four or more employees must have workers compensation coverage. For the construction industry, employers with more than one… Read More
When You Need Legal Support and a Personal Touch, Call Meldon Law
Meldon Law, founded by Jeffrey Meldon in 1971, is a Gainesville-based law firm specializing in personal injuries, DUI defense, and criminal defense. When you have an accident or an unexpected situation, Meldon Law is there to serve you with a free consultation and their core value for caring for their customers. Before moving forward… Read More
Amputation: Types And Causes
Nobody wants to have a body part amputated. Even losing a toe or finger can be a life-altering experience. Your ability to move, interact with others, and be independent suffers greatly. An amputation can happen in a variety of ways, but diseases and accidents are the primary cases. When a third party’s negligence causes… Read More
What To Know About Fractures
Car crashes, falls, dog bites, and other accidents can cause injuries such as broken bones. When it comes to broken bones, every situation is different. A bone can break in a variety of ways and cause different symptoms. The healing time can also vary, depending on where and how the bone broke. Bones are… Read More
Understanding Dog Bite Cases
Landlord’s duty to Remove a “Dangerous Dog:” Generally, property owners in Florida have a legal responsibility to keep their property reasonably safe for all invited guests. In 1987 the 4th DCA issued a critical decision that made it clear that this general legal responsibility included the duty to protect co-tenants, and invited guests, from… Read More
Slips And Falls In The Winter
When it comes to winter climate, Florida is like no other state. Even in the winter, parts of the state can reach 70 degrees or so. However, in some parts of Florida, rain or frost is possible during the winter months. Therefore, it is important to know what to do to avoid slips and… Read More
Can You Change Attorneys Mid-Case?
You got into an accident without much rhyme or reason, and you hired a lawyer to represent you. On paper, the lawyer you hired seemed like the right choice, but as time has gone on, you are starting to think you may have made a mistake. Luckily in the state of Florida, the law… Read More
