Whether you've fallen ill or have chronic health issues that you have to attend to, you should be aware that driving isn't always a good idea when you're taking medications. Certain medications can interact with alcohol or cause side effects that make it difficult to...
Month: September 2020
Florida “stand your ground” law: part two – home protection
It is 3 a.m. when an armed intruder breaks into your home. With your spouse and children upstairs, you grab your weapon and quietly make your way toward the noise. Out of nowhere, a man lunges toward you. You are afraid, and you shoot him dead. In a different...
Bloomberg helps ex-felons get back their right to vote before the election
Florida is one of the relatively few states in the nation that prevents felons from regaining their right to vote – even after they have completed their sentence. If you’ve been following the subject of voter disenfranchisement in Florida over the past couple of...
Florida “stand your ground” law: part one – personal protection
Having your safety threatened so much that it compels you to take someone's life is an experience most people cannot relate to. It can be traumatic. Having homicide charges thrown at you on top of that trauma can only make things worse. Fortunately, Florida offers...
Why you should talk with an attorney before you talk to police
If you are facing arrest or law enforcement interrogation, you may feel you have no other option than to cooperate. By doing so, you may think that you will protect yourself against an unfavorable outcome. Yet, talking with officers or investigators can put you at...