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Tampa Lawyer Frank Fernandez receives Top Lawyers Award in 2018
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – March 11, 2018 Tampa Lawyer Frank Fernandez of Fernandez Law Group has been awarded the Top…
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SHOULD I GO TO THE ER AFTER A CAR ACCIDENT?
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Computer, Internet and Cyber Crime Penalties
Generally, Florida law allows for the prosecution of computer crimes, often resulting in a third-degree felony. Punishment is delivered with a prison sentence of up to five (5) years and fines of up to $5,000 or both.
Any offense against intellectual property, including the illegal downloading of music and movies is typically punishable as a third-degree felony. If the defendant also intended to commit fraud or theft, the charges may be increased to a second-degree felony.
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CALLS WITH LAW ENFORCEMENT CAN BE RECORDED WITHOUT CONSENT
Calls with law enforcement can be recorded without their consent
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GENERAL FACTS ABOUT PERSONAL INJURY LAW IN FLORIDA
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RECENT BAIL REFORM LAWS MAY BE CAUSING OVERCROWDING IN JAILS
Recent bail reform laws may be causing overcrowding in jails
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HABITUAL OFFENDERS
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What To Expect at an Arraignment Hearing in Hillsborough County
Jeff Quisenberry of Fernandez Law Group discussing Arraignment Hearings in Tampa, Hillsborough County, Florida.
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How long after an accident can injuries show up?
Based on case studies, researchers have found that internal bleeding and/or bruising has been noticed between 24 hours and 3 days after an accident.
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PINELLAS MENTAL HEALTH COURT OFFERS DEFENDANTS A SECOND CHANCE
Pinellas Mental Health Court offers defendants a second chance
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BRAIN AND SPINAL CORD INJURIES
BRAIN AND SPINAL CORD INJURIES Our Tampa Injury Lawyers work aggressively to help victims recover adequate compensation for their losses due…
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CAN INSURANCE COMPANIES SUE SCHOOLS FOR PIP CLAIM REIMBURSEMENTS?
Can insurance companies sue schools for PIP claim reimbursements? On July 3, 2024, the 4th District Court of Appeals ruled that school districts retain sovereign immunity from such suits, conflicting with a 2019 2nd District Court of Appeals decision.
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SIX AMENDMENTS FLORIDIANS CAN VOTE ON IN NOVEMBER
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REMINDER: FLORIDA PERSONAL INJURY STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS IS DIFFERENT IN 2024
Florida personal injury statute of limitations is different in 2024. Back in March of 2023, the statute of limitations for personal injury claims based on the theory of negligence was changed from 4 years to 2 years.
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