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Once you have been arrested in Florida, you will be brought before a judge or magistrate within 24 hours for a First Appearance. At the First Appearance, the judge will tell you what you are charged with and advise you of your Constitutional rights. If you are entitled to be released, the judge will set a bond and/or impose non-monetary conditions for your [...]
While it is almost impossible to discuss all the different ways you can come into contact with a police officer, there are some very general guidelines to follow when you find yourself face-to-face with an officer. 1. First and foremost, stay calm. Take some deep breaths and relax (although I know this is easier said than [...]
Many times, very soon after an accident, the other driver’s insurance company will call you and ask you to give a recorded statement. Don’t do it without first speaking with an attorney at Lavely & Whyte, P.A. Unlike the lawyers at Lavely & Whyte, P.A., the other insurance company does not have your best interests in mind. [...]
Well, they’re at it again. The high volume advertisers are using a minuscule disclaimer ( fine print) to avoid misleading the public. Have you recently seen an advertisement on television where the lawyers are on the courthouse steps and reporters are clamoring for the lawyers’ attention? It could be misleading; according to the Florida Bar’s [...]
