Newsletters
This library contains newsletters and articles that we at Meldon Law hope to be of help to you when dealing with accidents of all types, including serious injuries, DUI arrests, and other criminal charges. This library is intended to be a resource for public information and help Florida drivers to protect themselves. Remember, every case is unique and these articles do not intend to give or represent legal advice for any particular case.
Please feel free to give me a call if you have any questions about your case. I also value your input and would like to hear from you about what topics YOU would like to have discussed here.
Auto Insurance Coverage: Laws, Recommendations, Factors And Tips For Florida Drivers.
Gainesville Accident Attorney, Jeffrey Meldon’s Florida Insurance: Laws, Recommendations, Factors and Tips Having adequate insurance coverage is probably the most important thing you can do to protect yourself in the event of an accident. As a Florida car accident attorney for 37 years, day in and day out people are shocked when I have… Read More
A Motorists Guide to Motorcycles – Share the Road
The best way to avoid a motorist-on-motorcycle crash is to drive defensively. As an experienced personal injury and accident attorney, I am particularly concerned with safety awareness among all road occupants and the consequences of the 2000 repeal of the Florida Helmet Law. As the summer months approach, more motorcycles will be sharing the… Read More
Bicyclists – Know The Law And Stay Alive
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. Here is the information and laws that may just save your… Read More
Primary And Secondary Offenses: Know Your Rights But Stay Safe!
Knowing the difference between a primary and a secondary offense is important when it comes to the rights of a driver or a motorcyclist during a stop by a law enforcement officer and the reasons behind a stop. This article will define and discuss their differences. What is a primary offense? A primary offense… Read More
Comparative Negligence is Explained and Discussed, Including Why It is an Important Part of Our Legal System for: Car, Motorcycle, Truck and Slip and Fall Accidents.
Comparative Negligence 101: Comparative negligence is explained and discussed including why it is an important part of our Florida legal system today. Accident cases are often not black and white. Commonly there is more than one person at fault. There are some cases where one person is 100% at fault and the other person… Read More
Bad Faith Denial of Claims by Insurance Companies in Gainesville and Throughout Florida
Bad Faith Denial of Insurance Claims Explained. Imagine, you are driving to the movies for a little relaxation time. However, you never get to relax…. A distracted truck driver runs a red light, and your car is wrapped around a utility pole and you black out. The next thing you know, its two weeks… Read More
Classification of Crimes in Florida
All crimes in Florida are classified into felonies and misdemeanors, here is a basic breakdown of them with their punishments and/or fines. A felony is the most serious crime, punishable by death or by more than one year in prison. Depending on the nature of the alleged crime, a felony may be governed by… Read More
Know The Law: Rules For Driving With School Buses In Florida
You see a school bus traveling toward you on the opposite side of the road. Do you stop when it stops? Does the median mean you do not have to stop? Do you keep going? Florida has strict and clear school bus safety rules. Under Florida Statute 316.172, when approaching a school bus that… Read More
How Can You Determine the Value of Your Personal Injury, Car, Motorcycle, Truck Accident or Wrongful Death Case. Or: What is My Case Worth?
People often ask me to tell them what I think their personal injury or car, motorcycle or truck accident case is worth. I have to explain to them the many variables that go into answering this most important question. One of the first things I find need to find out is how much insurance… Read More
8 Clever Tactics Used by Insurance Adjusters in Gainesville, Ocala and in All of Florida After a Car Accident
Here are some of the common tactics used by insurance companies that you need to be very aware of: The insurance adjuster may immediately be calling you to take a recorded statement regarding your injuries. Be careful, the objective of the adjuster is to get you make statements that may hurt your case later… Read More