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It is illegal to commit assault or battery against anyone. But in the state of Florida, committing assault or battery against any member of certain protected groups can lead to increased charges and more serious legal penalties. How does the law define assault and battery? What d...
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The workers' compensation system in Florida was established to provide benefits to workers who suffer work-related injuries or illnesses. Besides covering medical expenses, the workers’ compensation system also provides injured workers with wage replacement benefits...
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The Social Security Administration (SSA) distributes Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits to eligible individuals in the United States. You must meet a number of eligibility requirements in order to qualify for SSDI benefits. For starters, an individual will only ...
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Some people assume that making a threat against someone isn't a crime unless they follow through with the threat. But that’s not the case. There are several statutes in the state of Florida that prohibit making threats toward others. If you are charged with making cri...
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No criminal charge should be taken lightly, especially if that criminal charge is related to kidnapping. The authorities in the state of Florida aggressively prosecute defendants who are accused of kidnapping. If you are convicted of this crime, you could face a number of differe...
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Many people who suffer work-related injuries will eventually make a full recovery. But unfortunately, some workers suffer severe injuries that result in permanent impairments or disabilities. These workers may be entitled to permanent disability benefits through the workers&rsquo...
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There are a number of different drug crimes that are aggressively prosecuted by authorities in the state of Florida. But perhaps the most serious drug charge is drug trafficking, which is the crime of selling, transporting, and/or importing illegal drugs. Every drug crime convict...
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There are thousands of fires every year in the state of Florida. Some of these fires are caused by accident, whereas others are intentional. If you deliberately start a fire that causes damage, you may face arson charges in Florida. Every state has its own laws regarding arson. W...
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Disabled individuals who are unable to work due to their physical or mental condition rely on Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits to make ends meet. But unfortunately, it can take a long time to get approved for these benefits. In fact, the application and appeal...
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Being accused of any crime is frightening—especially if that crime is stalking, cyberstalking, or harassment. These are serious accusations that could lead to a number of legal penalties, including incarceration. For this reason, it's imperative to aggressively fight ...
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As we all know, social media plays a part in our lives today in many ways. We keep in touch with distant friends and family and gain comfort and happiness from their posts and articles. On the other hand, it can be used against you in surprisingly unique ways. Not many people rea...
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Taking someone else's property without their consent isn’t just wrong—it’s also illegal. Many states, including Florida, refer to this crime as “theft,” but other states refer to it as “larceny. ” The two terms are interchangeable. L...
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