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A thorough personal injury investigation can completely change the outcome of a case. We’ve seen it happen because of one overlooked detail: a nearby surveillance camera, a witness no one spoke to, damage patterns on a vehicle, or even timestamps on photos. Why It Matters Insurance companies don’t always dig deep, but we do. Personal…

Most people don’t read their insurance policy until after an accident happens — and by then, it may already be too late. Your policy contains exclusions, requirements, coverage limits, and conditions that can directly impact your claim. Issues like excluded drivers, rideshare activity, unlisted household members, and undisclosed vehicles can all create serious problems after…

Michael P. Maddux, P.A. recently secured a favorable settlement in a false arrest case stemming from a traffic stop that led to our client being charged with tampering with evidence. How This False Arrest Case Unfolded Initially, the arresting officer alleged that our client had ingested a controlled substance during the stop. However, body camera…

When someone you love is struggling with a mental health crisis, understanding a Baker Act case can feel overwhelming and frightening, especially when you’re trying to figure out what to do next. What Happens During a Baker Act Case A Baker Act case exists to protect individuals who may be a danger to themselves or…

Not every case is as clear-cut as it should be. Sometimes, insurers and other drivers sometimes wrongfully place clients at fault for accidents they didn’t cause What to Do If You’re Wrongfully Blamed for an Accident We recently took on a case where another law firm had blamed our client for an accident and dropped…

Gaps in medical records can quietly weaken a personal injury claim. Every visit to your medical provider adds another chapter to the story of your injury. Why This Matters When treatment is inconsistent, that story develops gaps, and insurance companies are quick to use those gaps to challenge your claim. To make sure your records…

If your insurance claim is under investigation or your benefits are delayed, it’s not always a mistake. There’s often a specific reason behind it. What Triggers an Insurance Claim Under Investigation Something as simple as a vehicle not listed on your policy, outdated information, or missing documentation can trigger an investigation. This can hold up…

If you believe you were falsely arrested, the outcome of your criminal case plays a critical role in whether you can pursue a false arrest claim. When You Can File Under both Florida and federal law, you must obtain a complete dismissal of the charges or an acquittal before a false arrest claim can move…

Reviewed by Michael P. Maddux, Esq. | Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer | Florida Super Lawyer for 16 Consecutive Years A tragic 2025 shooting at Florida State University left two people dead and several others injured. In its wake, Florida’s Attorney General has launched a criminal investigation into OpenAI, , the company behind ChatGPT.The case…