Reviewed by Michael P. Maddux, Esq. | Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer | Florida Super Lawyer for 16 Consecutive Years Florida PIP death benefits are a part of Personal Injury Protection insurance many people don’t know about. Under Florida Statute § 627.736, PIP insurance provides death benefits of up to $5,000 per individual. These benefits…
Continue reading ›Reviewed by Michael P. Maddux, Esq. | Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer | Florida Super Lawyer for 16 Consecutive Years Extraterritorial jurisdiction refers to situations where U.S. courts, including federal courts and sometimes Florida-based prosecutions, assert legal authority over conduct that occurred outside the United States. In recent years, these cases have become more common,…
Continue reading ›Reviewed by Michael P. Maddux, Esq. | Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer | Florida Super Lawyer for 16 Consecutive Years At the Law Offices of Michael P. Maddux, P.A., we use public records requests to hold government agencies accountable for civil rights violations. Holding those in power accountable is not easy, but it is essential.…
Continue reading ›Reviewed by Michael P. Maddux, Esq. | Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer | Florida Super Lawyer for 16 Consecutive Years Social media can hurt your personal injury claim after an accident, and many people don’t realize it until it’s too late. Insurance companies aren’t just reviewing medical records and police reports. They’re watching your social…
Continue reading ›Reviewed by Michael P. Maddux, Esq. | Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer | Florida Super Lawyer for 16 Consecutive Years Tampa Magazine has recognized Michael P. Maddux as a Top Lawyer for multiple consecutive years. This reflects the respect of fellow attorneys and the strength of his professional reputation within the Tampa Bay legal community.…
Continue reading ›Michael P. Maddux has repeatedly earned a spot on the Florida Super Lawyers list throughout his career, reflecting sustained peer recognition for professional achievement and legal excellence. Each year, Super Lawyers selects a limited percentage of attorneys following a rigorous, multi-phase process. This process includes peer nominations, independent research, and evaluation across multiple indicators of…
Continue reading ›Reviewed by Michael P. Maddux, Esq. | Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer | Florida Super Lawyer for 16 Consecutive Years Michael P. Maddux has won the Barry A. Cohen “Excellence in Criminal Defense” Award, presented annually by the Hillsborough County Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (HCACDL). This distinguished award recognizes a Hillsborough County criminal defense…
Continue reading ›Reviewed by Michael P. Maddux, Esq. | Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer | Florida Super Lawyer for 16 Consecutive Years A low impact accident can still cause serious injuries, even when your car wasn’t totaled. Vehicles are designed to absorb impact. Your body isn’t. Why Insurance Companies Downplay This Insurance adjusters often point to minimal…
Continue reading ›Reviewed by Michael P. Maddux, Esq. | Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer | Florida Super Lawyer for 16 Consecutive Years Florida’s new animal welfare law, CS/HB 559, takes effect October 1, 2026. It significantly expands criminal penalties for animal cruelty while adding new protections aimed specifically at minors. New Crimes Involving Minors and Animal Cruelty…
Continue reading ›Reviewed by Michael P. Maddux, Esq. | Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer | Florida Super Lawyer for 16 Consecutive Years Florida firearm laws at protests do not ban carrying a firearm at demonstrations held on public streets or sidewalks. If a person is legally allowed to possess a firearm, they may carry it in public…
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