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- Learn More About Wrongful Death Lawsuits
Nov 20, 2018
Losing a loved one is difficult under any circumstance, but when a loved one dies or is killed because of someone else’s negligent behavior it can be absolutely devastating. Unfortunately, it happens all too frequently in our local community. Did you know, however, there may be legal remedies in these cases. Surviving relatives of a deceased person may be able to work with their attorney to file a “wrongful death” lawsuit against the negligent...Read More - What to Do If You Are In a Car Accident
Nov 16, 2018
Being a party to a car accident is an unsettling experience that can have stressful and lasting impacts. With this stress, outside of seeking medical attention, many people are not sure what to do in the immediate aftermath of a 1. Call the Proper Authorities 2. Do Not Leave the Scene 3. Gather Information 4. Do Not Admit Fault 5. Contact Your Insurance Company 6. Hire an Attorney...Read More - What to Do if You Caused a Car Accident
Nov 15, 2018
There is no question that being involved in a Call the Authorities If possible, the first step you should take after being involved in an accident is to pull over to a safe place and evaluate whether you or any of your passengers are injured. Take note of any harm, and call 911 or the local police department, if it is not an emergency situation, for help. A police report is an...Read More - How Florida’s ‘Comparative Negligence’ Personal Injury Law Could Affect You
Nov 9, 2018
Being injured in an accident is a horrible thought, and most people tend to think it could never happen to them. We hope that it never will. In reality, however, untold numbers of people, and their families, have had their lives derailed, often irreparably, because of injuries sustained in unforeseen accidents. It happens all too frequently. Thankfully, the legal system provides support for those who are wrongfully harmed. The first step can be establishing...Read More - Did You Know Veterans Are Eligible for A Wide Variety of VA Grants?
Nov 8, 2018
This Veterans Day, our focus is how to ensure that the veterans in our local community have the support they need. What many do not realize, though, is just how many VA grants are available right now. For example, did you know that military veterans can get financial aid from the Department of Veterans Affairs to buy a new or used car or truck? It is just one example of the many grant opportunities offered...Read More - Read about Ryan Hobb’s Employee Discrimination Case
Nov 2, 2018
Check out this article our own attorney, Ryan Hobbs, was featured in yesterday, Read the article below: “An Ocala man is suing Five Guys, a burger chain, for discrimination after he was allegedly harassed and then fired in 2014 for a medical condition. Jordan Botelho, represented by Ryan Hobbs of Tallahassee, filed the suit Wednesday in Marion County circuit court, which oversees lawsuits with $15,000 or more in damages. The complaint calls...Read More - 3 Very Real Dangers of Human Trafficking
Oct 30, 2018
Human trafficking is one of the scariest, most despicable crimes in modern existence. The It is truly an abomination. The biggest mistake committed by everyday Americans is thinking that it only happens in war zones or faraway places. In reality, human trafficking, and the abduction of children and adults to be trafficked, can occur almost anywhere. Here are three very real human trafficking dangers to keep in mind: 1...Read More - 9 Tips to Help Reduce Your Risk of Breast Cancer
Oct 24, 2018
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and all over the country people are raising awareness about breast cancer and how it’s affected millions of women and men. Early detection, education, and utilizing available support services are the best defenses against the disease according to the National Breast Cancer Foundation. You can learn more about this program by clicking this In honor of breast cancer awareness and those who stand ready to help...Read More - Brooks, LeBoeuf, Bennett, Foster & Gwartney, P.A. To Receive ICE Foundation Shine Bright Award
Oct 22, 2018
Congratulations are in order for Brooks, LeBoeuf, Bennett, Foster & Gwartney, P.A. who received the Innovative Community Engagement (ICE) Foundation Shine Bright Award for their ongoing fight against human trafficking and for their outstanding service to the community! Managing partner Dean R. LeBoeuf and his daughter Nicole have been instrumental in drafting legislation and lobbying the Florida Legislature to pass additional laws to protect the victims of human trafficking and to hold hotels, motels,...Read More - What is Contributory Negligence and Does It Apply in Florida?
Oct 16, 2018
Determining who’s at fault in an accident is critically important. This is especially true when someone is injured. The answer, however, is not always black and white. Often, there are a confluence of circumstances that contribute to an accident event, sometimes with different parties sharing portions of the blame. For example, if someone crosses the street outside of a clearly marked crosswalk, while a “Do Not Walk” signal is flashing, and is then struck...Read More