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Educational articles for people injured in car, motorcycle, truck and other accidents in North Florida including Gainesville, Ocala, Lake City and Inverness. Also for people charged with DUI and other criminal charges in Gainesville and Alachua County

This Library contains articles that we @ The Law Office of Jeffrey Meldon & Associates hope to be of help to you when dealing with accidents of all types, DUI arrests and also education on how to protect yourself.

Library Categories

• Car and Motorcycle Accidents
• DUI DWI and Criminal Defense in Gainesville & Alachua County
• Bicycle Accidents, Information & Safety
• Recalls & Defective Products
• Meldon Law Talk Office Newsletters

Car and Motorcycle Accidents

• Five Deadly Motorcycle Safety Myths   
  Description: Certain "facts" about motorcycles may be dangerously wrong. Misconceptions about safety and crashes can lead to bikers increasing their chance of an accident instead of reducing it. Motorcycle accident attorney, Jeffrey Meldon, discusses some of these potentially dangerous and popular myths.
• Bodily Injury Liability Insurance 101   
  Description: In this article, personal injury lawyer, Jeffrey Meldon, discusses the basics about Bodily Injury Liability Insurance - what it is, why he recommends you purchase it and at what amounts, and gives some additional insurance tips.
• Four Factors To Keep in Mind When Keeping Your Distance   
  Description: Tailgating or following too closely is a form of aggressive driving; a group of behaviors that have shown to be a factor in at least half of all car accidents. Many factors come into play when deciding what distance you should maintain between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you. In this article, accident attorney, Jeffrey Meldon, gives four important factors to keep in mind when keeping your distance.
• Top 7 Tips for Construction Zone Safety   
  Description: Florida has one of the highest numbers of deaths in construction zones in the U.S. In this article, Gainesville and Ocala accident attorney, Jeffrey Meldon, discusses what you can do to do your part to help assure construction zone safety for drivers and workers. Here are his top 7 work zone safety tips:
• The ABCs of off-road and recreational vehicle use: ATVs, ROVs, OHMs, go-karts, and golf carts.   
  Description: Florida law distinguishes several types of off-highway and recreational vehicles: ATVs, ROVs, OHMs, low-speed vehicles and golf carts. In this library article, personal injury attorney, Jeffrey Meldon, defines the various categories of off-road vehicles and gives the rules regarding their operation, according to Florida Law.

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DUI DWI and Criminal Defense in Gainesville & Alachua County

• Field Sobriety Testing reliability information for DUI Arrests in Gainesville, Alachua County. Know your rights during a DUI arrest   
  Description: In reality, Field Sobriety testing has been proven to be unreliable even if given under perfect conditions and are somewhat meaningless when it comes to proving DUI. In fact, roadside sobriety tests have little or no scientific validity at all. If you have been arrested for DUI and performed Field Sobriety testing, it is extreemly important to hire an experienced DUI lawyer ASAP.
• CMI Intoxilyzer 8000 Breath Testing Machine Information & Problems with it for DUI police arrests in Gainesville Alachua County Florida, attorney lawyer defenses   
  Description: The CMI Intoxilyzer 8000 is the breath testing machine currently used by the police departments in Gainesville, Alachua County, Florida. However this machine has never been scientifically proven to be accurate 100% of the time and there are some serious problems with it. There are legal defenses.
• If you are arrested for DUI DWI in Gainesville or Alachua County, You have 10 days to appeal your driver’s license suspension by requesting a DMV Formal Hearing Review   
  Description: At the time of your arrest in Alachua County, the police officer took your drivers license and gave you a DUI citation. This citation acts as your temporary driver’s license for 10 days. After these 10 days your license will be suspended for 6 months to 1 year, if this was your first offense. You have 10 days to appeal this suspension, and 10 days only. Here are things you need to know about the DMV's Formal Review Hearing.
• Criteria for the Deferred Prosecution pilot program for certain DUI's in Gainesville and Alachua County. Part II   
  Description: Experienced local DUI lawyers explain more about State Attorney Cevone's new pilot program of deferrred prosecution for certain DUI cases. This article focuses on the criteria for being considered for the program and its purpose.
• Deferred Prosecution pilot program for certain DUI's in Gainesville and Alachua County explained. Part I   
  Description: Experienced local DUI attorneys discuss Deferred Prosecution as it relates to State Attorney William Cervone's new pilot program for some DUI cases in Alachua County.

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Bicycle Accidents, Information & Safety

• Children's Bike Helmets - 7 Things Parents Should Know:   
  Description: A properly fitted bike helmet may reduce the risk of death or serious head injury by 85 percent or more. In this article, accident attorney, Jeffrey Meldon, discusses what parents should know before purchasing their child's bicycle helmet and gives other important information regarding children and helmets. Protect your child's growing brain!
• How To Properly Fit a Bicycle Helmet - 5 Guidelines To Keep In Mind:   
  Description: Protect your brain from traumatic brain injury! Without a proper fit, a bicycle helmet won't actually protect much in the event of a collision or fall, even if you go out and spend $200 on a designer model. In this article, accident lawyer, Jeffrey Meldon gives 5 simple guidelines to keep in mind when fitting an adult or child's helmet.
• 11 Ways To Protect Your Brain - What You Should Know Before You Purchase a Bicycle Helmet.   
  Description: How do you know if your helmet is up to par? It may seem simple and obvious how to wear a helmet, but make sure you don't fall for any of these safety traps. To protect your brain, it is not only important to wear a helmet, but it must also fit properly and be designed to offer maximum protection. In this article, accident lawyer, Jeffrey Meldon discuses 11 important ways to protect your skull in a bicycle accident.
• Bicyclists - Know the Law and Stay Alive   
  Description: As an experienced accident attorney, I have seen my share of tragic bicycle accidents - many of which could have been prevented. It is vital for motor vehicle operators, bicyclists, children, and parents of child cyclists to know the law about bicycles and save lives. This article gives the laws regarding bicycles in Gainesville and throughout Florida.
• Avoid a Bicycle Accident - Adult Safety Tips   
  Description: As an experienced Gainesville accident attorney, who has helped many victims of cycling accidents and their families, I recognize that adult bike safety can save lives. In a crash, a bike is no match for a 3,000 pound car. This library article gives safety advise for adult riders.

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Recalls & Defective Products

• Some Facts And Information About Chinese Drywall   
  Description: The idea of something within our walls, something our house is made of, causing corrosion to our appliances, air conditioner, and television sets, along with health problems such as sinus infections and rashes can be a terrifying thought. This is why Chinese drywall has become such a highly discussed topic in today's news. In this article, attorney Jeffrey Meldon, gives some of the facts and information about Chinese drywall.

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Meldon Law Talk Office Newsletters

• March, 2010, Meldon Law Talk Newsletter Published by the Law Office of Jeffrey Meldon & Associates [PDF]  
  Description: In this March issue of Meldon Law Talk:
  • The Office congratulates the Jeffrey Meldon/WCJB TV 20’s Scholar-Athelets for the last month; North Central Florida’s Best and Brightest.
  • We blog about distracted pedestrians and inattentive blindness.
  • Jeffrey explains what Bodily Injury Liability Insruance is and why he recommends you have it on your auto inurance policy.
  • Plus, Spring is on the way! Time to turn clocks ahead and change your smoke detector’s batteries.
  • And of course, more lawyer jokes inspired by The SKY’s, Bob Rose, and also our March “Trivial Pursuit”.
  • The interesting case is a sad yet common situation - “Don’t let this happen to you!”
  • Jeffrey answers a question… How much money is my accident case worth?
  • And, in our “Ask An Accident Attorney” column, Jeffrey and Tom discuss how an accident involving a semi is different from other auto injury cases.
  • Heads up employers – March 5 is Employee Appreciation Day!
  
  May all of you and yours “spring forth” into the new season, which astrologically, is the start of a New Year!
• February, 2010, Meldon Law Talk Newsletter Published by the Law Office of Jeffrey Meldon & Associates [PDF]  
  Description: In this February issue of Meldon Law Talk:
  • The Office congratulates the Jeffrey Meldon/WCJB TV 20’s Scholar-Athelets for the last month; North Central Florida’s Best and Brightest.
  • We blog about 5 common motorcycle myths in light of Bike Week at the end of February.
  • Jeffrey gives a heads up regarding new PIP case law.
  • Plus, Good news, there are other Holidays in February other than Valentine’s Day.
  • And of course, more lawyer jokes inspired by The SKY’s, Bob Rose, and also our February “Trivial Pursuit”.
  • The interesting case of the month is a reminder to “get it in writing”.
  • Jeffrey answers a question… but I thought I had full coverage on my automobile?
  • And, in our “Ask a Cop” column, Officer, Jeff McAdams, discusses if you need insurance on your second vehicle or not.
  All of us at the Law Office of Jeffrey Meldon and Associates, wish you and yours many reasons for celebration this month!
• Janurary, 2010, Meldon Law Talk Newsletter Published by the Law Office of Jeffrey Meldon & Associates [PDF]  
  Description: In this Janurary issue of Meldon Law Talk:
  • The Office congratulates the Jeffrey Meldon/WCJB TV 20’s Scholar-Athelets for the last month; North Central Florida’s Best and Brightest.
  • We blog about how easy it is to overload your vehilce and the dangers it can cause.
  • Jeffrey talkes about PIP and knowing your rights.
  • Plus, New Year holiday traditions and tidbits.
  • And of course, more lawyer jokes inspired by The SKY’s, Bob Rose, and also our Janurary “Trivial Pursuit”.
  • The office is proud to say they did something to help turn rehab into “wii-hab” with a donation to Shands.
  • Jeffrey answers a question regarding drowsy driving and gives tips on how to prevent it.
  • Jeffrey gives some personal thanks to all that have helped make last year a great one.
  • And, in our “Ask a Cop” column, Officer, Jeff McAdams, talks about being acused of a hit and run and what you should do if you are in an accident.
  • Remember, you are not just limited to Worker’s Comp benefits if you are in an accident while on the job. For more info, see our Case of the Month.
  
  Happy New Year and New Decade to you and yours! Our best, From all of us at the Law Office of Jeffrey Meldon and Associates!
• December "09 Meldon Law Talk Newsletter Published by the Law Office of Jeffrey Meldon & Associates [PDF]  
  Description: In this December issue of Meldon Law Talk:
  • The Office congratulates the Jeffrey Meldon/WCJB TV 20’s Scholar-Athelets for the last month; North Central Florida’s Best and Brightest.
  • We blog about some great news - Floridians are buckling up more than the rest of the country.
  • Jeffrey briefly explains Tort Reform.
  • Plus, December holiday traditions and tidbits – Happy Boxing Day!.
  • And of course, more lawyer jokes inspired by The SKY’s, Bob Rose, and also our December “Trivial Pursuit”.
  • The Office welcomes Officer Jeff McAdams and his new column in our Newsletter, “Ask A Cop.”.
  • Jeffrey answers a question regarding what a safe following distance is and explains why it is so important in this day and age.
  • We are also proud to have KTK’s Storm Roberts’, “Criminals are Stupid,” news bits in this issue.
  
  Happy Holidays and Holiday Traditions To All, From Everyone at the Law Office of Jeffrey Meldon and Associates!
• November ‘09 Meldon Law Talk Newsletter Published by the Law Office of Jeffrey Meldon & Associates [PDF]  
  Description: In this November issue of Meldon Law Talk:
  • The Office congratulates the Jeffrey Meldon/WCJB TV 20’s Scholar-Athelets for this year; North Central Florida’s Best and Brightest.
  • We blog about laws regarding Off-Highway Motor Vehicles.
  • Jeffrey explains Bad Faith claims and gives an example in the Intersting Case of the Month… A “Could-a, Should-a” Bad Faith Situation.
  • Plus, Thanksgiving and some things historians do know about this holiday.
  • And of course, more lawyer jokes inspired by The SKY’s, Bob Rose, and also our Novemeber “Trivial Pursuit”.
  • The office welcomes Carey Meldon, Jeffrey’s son, as an assoiciate, and congratulates legal assistant, Carolyn Watson, for beginning her 14th year with the Office.
  • Jeffrey answers a question regarding construction zone safety and explains why and when you may not need the help of a lawyer if you are in an accident.
  
  Regardless of Thanksgiving’s true history, we wish you and yours a memorable day! Have a happy and safe Novemeber.

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