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Car and Motorcycle Accidents
- Local Accident Attorney Finds AAA Driving Survey Results Alarming
- Local Accident Attorney Explains Possible Reasons for Yet another Pedestrian Death in the Area
- Blown Tire Cause For I-75 Accident On Paynes Prairie - Ocala Accident Attorney Gives Safety Precautions
DUI and Criminal Defense
- Hosting a Super Bowl or St. Patrick’s party? What you need to know about the Social Host Liability Law.
- Drugged Driving—Teens Most at Risk – Gainesville accident attorney explains
- Toxic Cocktail for disaster-"Energy Drinks" and Driving
Big Truck Accidents
- Federal Regulators Hold Truckers Accountable for Fatigue and Speed - Gainesville Truck Accident Attorney Explains
- It's Important to Learn How to Share the Road with Semis - A Heads up from an Ocala Truck Accident Lawyer.
- Bicycle Safety Awareness Month, May 2009--6-year old cyclist survives Collision with FedEx 18-wheeler
Medical Malpractice
- Local Med Mal Lawyer Explains Hip Replacement Complications and Lawsuits
- "Caps on Damages Awards Helpful? Ocala Medical Malpractice Lawyer Gives Opinion
- Med Mal Caps - Who pays the price? Gainesville Medical Malpractice Lawyer Explains the Expense
Serious Injuries:
Slip and Fall | Dog Bites
- Local accident attorney offers 10 ways to protect children from an attractive nuisance
- Dog Bites on The Rise
- Dog Bite Victim's compensation proposal in Taramac is a good start and a fair compromise.
Boating and Pool Accidents Safety and Information
Recalls & Defective Products
- Why you and your family are safer today than they were 80 years ago. Tort Reform Part IV
- Danger in the Walls?
- Smoked fish recall, tips
Public Service Announcements
- Floridians, Protect your Cars from Theft - Local Accident Attorney Explains Ways
- Reminder: Buckle up or you will get ticketed.
- Aggressive Driving Special Patrol Alert
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Legal News
- DUI Manslaughter Suspect Extradited To OcalaPosted on 2/21/2012
- Recent Pedestrian Fatalities are a Disturbing but Not Surprising Trend.Posted on 2/15/2012
- Governor Requests Investigation Into I-75 AccidentsPosted on 2/6/2012
- 11 Deaths on Sunday's I-75 TragedyPosted on 2/1/2012
- Two ATV Fatalities In One Weekend in Levy CountyPosted on 1/18/2012
- Driver Faces Charges For Hitting Horse and RiderPosted on 1/13/2012
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Car and Motorcycle Accidents
- Why Ocala Accident Attorney Urges Widening of Shoulders For Pedestrian Roadway Safety.
- Four Potential Parties for Liability in the Tragic I-75 Accidents – Gainesville Accident Attorney Helps Explain.
- Ocala Accident Attorney Explains Equestrian Laws and Rules for Riding on Roadways and Public Lands, and Laws For Motorists.
DUI and Criminal Defense
- Consequences of a Second (2nd) DUI: What are they, and when can I get my license back?
- First-time DUI Offense and Driver's License Suspension - Experienced Gainesville DUI lawyer explains the facts.
- Field Sobriety Testing reliability information for DUI Arrests in Gainesville, Alachua County. Know your rights during a DUI arrest
Big Truck Accidents
Medical Malpractice
- Manufacturing vs. Design Defects - Gainesville Medical Malpractice Lawyer Explains the Difference
- Gainesville and Ocala Med Mal Lawyer Explains the Risks Involved In Hip Replacement Surgery
- Gainesville Medical Malpractice Attorney Reviews Why Medical Malpractice Caps Exist - A Historical Pererpective
Serious Injuries:
Slip and Fall | Dog Bites
- Gainesville Accident Attorney Gives Examples of Attractive Nuisance in Florida.
- What is Negligence? Gainesville Accident Attorney Explains.
Bicycle Accidents, Information & Safety
- Children's Bike Helmets - 7 Things Parents Should Know:
- How To Properly Fit a Bicycle Helmet - 5 Guidelines To Keep In Mind:
- 11 Ways To Protect Your Brain - What You Should Know Before You Purchase a Bicycle Helmet.
Boating and Pool Accidents & Safety Information
Recalls & Defective Products
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Car and Motorcycle Accidents
A bad accident can turn your life upside down and backwards in a split second. You need an experienced personal injury law firm on your side; one that will take the time and utilize their state of the art knowledge, resources and expertise to help you receive the compensation that you deserve. The Law Office of Jeffrey Meldon, located in Gainesville, Florida, represents car and motorcycle wreck victims in Gainesville, Ocala, Inverness, Lake City and all over Central Florida and has for over 30 years! We take the time and have the financial resources needed to devote to each and every one of our clients so that our clients receive the compensation they deserve. Contact us at 1 800 373 8000 today. Studies have shown that accident victims receive 3.5 times more compensation if they are represented by an experienced personal injury accident attorney/lawyer.
DUI and Criminal Defense
A DUI/DWI arrest and criminal conviction can cost you more than you realize in Florida, Gainesville and Alachua County. A conviction will go on your permanent record, which could affect future employment, income, licenses and send your insurance rates through the roof. You may also face a loss of liberty and civil rights, imprisonment, and court fines. Obtaining experienced legal representation immediately is the best thing you can do at this point. Feel free to call our Gainesville, Alachua County DUI lawyers that are knowledgable in DUI legal defense today! Don't wait as evidence can get cold and important details can change.
Big Truck Accidents
Collisions involving large trucks and semi tractor trailers usually result in catastrophic injuries and property damage. A trucking company can be held liable; however these cases are complex and require the expertise of a knowledgeable Florida truck accident attorney. Our law firm has extensive experience representing victims who have been seriously injured in truck wrecks or tractor trailer pile-up crashes.
Medical Malpractice
As many as 100,000 people are killed each year as a result of preventable medical error. Yet only 10% of those cases actually file a law suit or make a legal claim. In fact statistics show that most people do not even know they are victims of medical malpractice, because it is hidden from the patient and their family by the doctor or hospital. If you believe that you or a family member has been a medical malpractice victim, call us today. Our law firm has the resources, strength and experience necessary to take on hospitals or doctors and get you the justice you deserve.
Serious Injuries:
Slip and Fall | Dog Bites
A serious injury, such as a slip and fall or a dog bite, can be extremely painful and can result in a long recovery. Some accidents are caused by our own carelessness, but when an injury occurs because of someone else’s negligence, you may be able to recover damages. Our Florida personal injury lawyers will review the evidence to determine if negligence was involved.
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Car and Motorcycle Accidents
- What should I do if I have a tire blowout while I’m driving? Ocala accident attorney gives safety advice.
- Does Florida Law Require Front Turn Signals On Motorcycles?
- ATV vs. UTV: What’s the Difference? Gainesville accident attorney explains
- What are some ATV Safety Tips? Gainesville accident attorney offers help.
- What are the penalties for illegally passing a school bus in the state of Florida? Gainesville accident attorney helps explain.
DUI and Criminal Defense
- What Is DUI Extradition? Does It Apply In Florida? Gainesville DUI Lawyer Helps Explain.
- What are the insurance requirements post-DUI and what is the cost? Gainesville DUI lawyer gives help.
- Business Purpose Only (BPO) Driver's Licenses: when can I apply for a BPO hardship license?Alachua County experienced DUI lawyer explains
- How does the breath test affect getting back my driver's license? Experienced Gainesville lawyer gives help on understanding.
- I was recently arrested for DUI, and I am worried a driver's license suspension will cause me to lose my job. How long can I drive? What should I do?
Big Truck Accidents
- I was just hit by a UPS truck, a crash; does that fall under the category of “Big Trucks”?
- Who can be held responsible for a commercial or big truck accident?
- How is a tractor-trailer truck accident different from a non commercial vehicle accident?
- How is a big truck accident different from an automobile accident/wreck?
Medical Malpractice
- Is My Hip Implant Defective? How Would I Know If It Is? Local Med Mal Lawyer Help
- How can I Find Out Some Basic Information About a Doctor? Ocala Med Mal Lawyer Answers
- What Does Capping in a Med Mal Case Mean? Gainesville Medical Malpractice Lawyer Explains
- What's the difference between economic and non-economic compensation in a medical malpractice case?
- What is medical malpractice?
Serious Injuries:
Slip and Fall | Dog Bites
- What is the Attractive Nuisance Doctrine? Gainesville Accident Attorney Answers.
- Is it true that if my dog bites someone he might be "put to sleep" even if he's never bitten anyone before?
- What happens if my dog bites or attacks another animal in Ocala?
- If my dog bites someone, could I be criminally charged?
- Are there any ways to protect myself and my dog from being liable for an attack?
Boating and Pool Accidents Safety and Information
Bicycle Accidents, Information & Safety
- Does my child have to wear a helmet when riding a bike in Ocala?
- How can I make sure my child's bicycle helmet is properly fitted? I want to make sure that my child's helmet is going to protect his head in an accident.
- How do I know if my bicycle helmet meets safety standards required by Florida law?
- My budget is tight; Is it recommended to buy a used bicycle helmet at a garage sale or on-line?
- Where can I get a free bicycle helmet for my child in Gainesville?