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Yearly Archives: 2021

What happens in a wrongful death action?

By Darla K. Snead, P.L. |

When tragedy strikes after a fatal accident, the victim’s family is left to pick up the pieces, ask the many unanswered questions, and try to find a way to go on. When the negligent actions of another driver caused the accident, the grief of survivors at the senseless loss can seem overwhelming. Adding to… Read More »

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How does Florida’s child custody evaluation occur?

By Darla K. Snead, P.L. |

Child custody disputes can quickly become heated with each parent thinking that they know what’s best for their child. When resolution can’t be worked out, the court will step in to decide what sort of child custody and visitation arrangement is in the child’s best interests. This isn’t an easy task, of course, especially… Read More »

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Bicyclist hit and killed by suspected impaired driver

By Darla K. Snead, P.L. |

No Lakeland area family is able to imagine a loved one being seriously injured or killed in an unexpected accident. Unfortunately, this becomes the reality every year for hundreds of Florida families. A deadly accident recently occurred in Seminole that left a family grieving for their loved one. Pinellas County accident Recently a man… Read More »

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I’m divorcing. Will I be able to keep the family home?

By Darla K. Snead, P.L. |

Home is where the heart is, but when hearts break and a married couple in Lakeland divorces, who gets to keep the family home is a primary concern. If you want to raise your children in the environment they are familiar with, you are sentimentally attached to the family home or simply view the… Read More »

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Truck driver negligence may cause serious accidents

By Darla K. Snead, P.L. |

If you were involved in an accident involving a commercial truck, truck driver negligence likely caused or contributed to the accident. Operating a commercial truck requires specialized training and licensure, as commercial trucks can be more difficult to control than a standard passenger vehicle. Truck drivers also must adhere to the strict regulations set… Read More »

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What is the truth about shared parenting in Florida?

By Darla K. Snead, P.L. |

For nearly every divorcing parent, child custody ranks at or near the top of their list of concerns. However, in Florida, “custody” isn’t often a legal concern. The relevant terms in Florida are parental responsibility and timesharing, and your child’s best interests drive the outcome of both. These are important distinctions, because as one… Read More »

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Feds claim online retailers liable for defective products

By Darla K. Snead, P.L. |

Dozens of consumers have sued Amazon in recent years for harm from exploding hoverboards, defective batteries, flawed dog collars and other defective products.  But many courts have denied liability in personal injury and wrongful death cases by citing product liability laws that were not intended to deal with online shopping platforms. Earlier this month,… Read More »

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Five important facts about getting divorced in Florida

By Darla K. Snead, P.L. |

Divorce is a simple term that encompasses a multitude of different legal processes. While a divorce technically ends a marriage, it can also involve complicated negotiations surrounding child support, custody, alimony, and property division. When considering divorce proceedings, a Florida resident should be fully aware of the many important decisions and negotiations they will… Read More »

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What is considered income for child support computations?

By Darla K. Snead, P.L. |

Parents in Florida must share in the continued financial support of their kids after they separate or divorce. Their duties for child support are based on the state’s adoption of the income shares model, which promotes maintaining a child’s level of support at what it would have been if their parents had stayed together…. Read More »

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Understanding wrongful death claims

By Darla K. Snead, P.L. |

When a person passes away, it can be devastating for the family members left behind. If their loved one’s death was caused by another person’s actions, the family members may want to file a wrongful death suit against him or her. The claim must be filed by the personal representative of the deceased person’s… Read More »

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