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Florida “Move Over Law” Enforced on Jacksonville Roadways in 2014

Florida’s “Move Over Law” adds a major change for 2014 of which drivers in Jacksonville and North Florida should be aware.Most Florida motorists already know the “Move Over Law” requires them to slow down or move over when they see flashing red or blue lights on the side of the road. Beginning January 1, 2014, […]

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New Year’s Resolution #1: Set Up a Probate Plan!

The holiday season has come to a close, and the New Year is upon us! Time for reflection, renewal, and resolutions which will help you and your loved ones enjoy peace of mind this year and well into the future. One of the greatest gifts you can give you family is an organized, well-thought-out  probate plan […]

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Witness to an Accident? Let EMS Do Their Job

On December 16, 2013, Jacksonville.com reprinted a story from the Chicago Sun-Times regarding William “Riley” Knight, 49, of Crown Point, Ind. Knight had married his new wife, Nikki, on Saturday, December 14. About seven hours later, they were driving from their wedding reception around 11:45 p.m. when they saw a woman and her car which had […]

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In Memory of Paul Walker & Roger Rodas

Paul Walker appeared to have it all—and by many standards, he truly may have. A handsome, talented native “California boy” who enjoyed surfing and became almost unimaginably wealthy as one of the stars of the wildly popular “The Fast and the Furious” movie franchise, Paul Walker represented a traditional version of the “American Dream.” He […]

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Pedestrian Struck by SUV at San Jose & Hartley Road in Jacksonville

From Jacksonville.com: A 35-year-old pedestrian was in non-life-threatening condition after getting hit by an SUV at around 2:45pm on December 3, 2013 in the 10600 block of San Jose Boulevard in Jacksonville. A 57-year-old woman was killed and her daughter were injured as they were walking near the same location in September 2013. The man […]

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Jacksonville: For a Happy Thanksgiving, Avoid “Blackout Wednesday”

You may have heard of “Black Friday,” and even taken part in the whirlwind of shopping that typically takes place on the day after Thanksgiving each year—and  sometimes on Thanksgiving Day itself! But have you ever heard of “Blackout Wednesday?” Unfortunately, law enforcement in Florida and all over the country have become very familiar with […]

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I was in an Accident in Jacksonville – WHERE should I find a lawyer?

Thousands of commuters drive to Jacksonville or Duval County every day. Many are going to work, while others are just enjoying the beauty of the city or its fantastic sites and activities, like the Jacksonville Zoo, the Jacksonville “Hands-On” Children’s Museum, or the gorgeous views at Jacksonville Beach. But many of these people don’t live […]

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Florida Offers New Online Portal for Reporting Minor Traffic Accidents

From Jacksonville.com: The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles now offers those involved in minor traffic accidents an online portal designed specifically for drivers involved in crashes that do not warrant a police report. The online reporting form is available at www.flhsmv.gov/fhp/misc/CrashReport. This online form was designed to facilitate the process of submitting required accident […]

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Will FL Senate Cancel “No Fault” Insurance for Personal Injury?

Written by on October 14, 2013 in Accidents, Personal Injury

On October 12, 2013, NorthEscambia.com reported that Florida legislators are considering alternatives to the state’s no-fault auto insurance coverage for personal injury suffered in accidents, while a 2012 law designed to remove fraud from the system remains in legal limbo. The new legislation could be presented as early as November 2013. The 2012 law signed by […]

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Jacksonville Third Worst for Pedestrian Accidents in the US

From Jacksonville.com: Jacksonville city planners designed the city with its growing number of fast-moving vehicles in mind. They did not consider, however, the growing number of aging Americans born during the “Baby Boom,” who are also continuing to “get around,” often on foot. This has led to a serious, largely overlooked problem: Older pedestrians simply […]

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