Reviewed by Michael P. Maddux, Esq. | Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer | Florida Super Lawyer for 16 Consecutive Years Sealing and expungement in Florida can make a real difference for clearing a criminal arrest record, but not everyone qualifies. Key Points Sealing or expunging a record is usually limited to one case in a…
Continue reading ›Reviewed by Michael P. Maddux, Esq. | Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer | Florida Super Lawyer for 16 Consecutive Years Florida’s extreme speeding law, section 316.1926, Florida Statutes, continues to shift certain traffic offenses into the criminal arena. Drivers alleged to be traveling 100 mph or more, or 50 mph over the posted limit, may…
Continue reading ›https://www.mypinellasclerk.gov/Operation-Green-Light 🚦 Operation Green Light: Limited-Time Opportunity to Reinstate Your Driver’s License (Pinellas County) If your driver’s license is suspended due to unpaid court fines or traffic tickets, Operation Green Light may offer a fast and cost-saving path to getting back on the road. The Pinellas County Clerk of Court is hosting a special, limited-time…
Continue reading ›Reviewed by Michael P. Maddux, Esq. | Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer | Florida Super Lawyer for 16 Consecutive Years Many clients get frustrated when their personal injury case does not resolve quickly, and that frustration is completely understandable. You are dealing with injuries, medical bills, and uncertainty — the last thing you want is…
Continue reading ›Reviewed by Michael P. Maddux, Esq. | Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer | Florida Super Lawyer for 16 Consecutive Years If your insurance claim was denied in Tampa, do not accept that answer without a second opinion. Insurance companies tell accident victims their injuries are not covered or that the policy does not apply more…
Continue reading ›Reviewed by Michael P. Maddux, Esq. | Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer | Florida Super Lawyer for 16 Consecutive Years If the insurance company is calling you with a settlement offer within days of your accident in Tampa, this is not generosity. This is a strategy. What Should You Do If an Insurance Company Contacts…
Continue reading ›Reviewed by Michael P. Maddux, Esq. | Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer | Florida Super Lawyer for 16 Consecutive Years If your insurance claim was denied in Tampa, you are not alone and it does not mean your case is over. What Are the Most Common Reasons Insurance Claims Get Denied in Florida? Insurance companies…
Continue reading ›Yes. And insurance companies are counting on you not to know that a minor car accident can cause serious injuries. What Injuries Can You Get From a Minor Car Accident in Florida? Insurance companies regularly argue that low vehicle damage means no real injuries. This is simply not true. Herniated discs, soft tissue injuries, and…
Continue reading ›Reviewed by Michael P. Maddux, Esq. | Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer | Florida Super Lawyer for 16 Consecutive Years At Michael P. Maddux, P.A., professionalism in legal practice is not just an expectation. It is a guiding principle that shapes how we serve our clients, interact with colleagues, and uphold the integrity of the…
Continue reading ›Reviewed by Michael P. Maddux, Esq. | Board Certified Criminal Trial Lawyer | Florida Super Lawyer for 16 Consecutive Years PIP coverage is required by law for all drivers in Florida, not just an optional add-on. As a no-fault state, Florida requires your own insurance policy to provide coverage for medical expenses and a portion…
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