We are the leading source for child abuse prevention and family crisis management expertise in South Florida. We partner, on a long-term basis, with at-risk families referred to us by schools, hospitals, police and other community agencies.
Driving under the influence (DUI) is a common factor in commercial truck accidents as well. In Florida, the “legal limit” for truck drivers is a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of 0.04 instead of the standard 0.08 BAC for non-commercial drivers—and there is a very good reason why. Behind the wheel of a large commercial truck, even the slightest impairment can prevent drivers from making smart decisions and safe maneuvers that avoid serious and fatal collisions.
Wrongful Death
If you have suffered the tragedy of losing a loved one in an accident or as a result of a medical mistake, we offer our deepest sympathies. You are going through something that no one should be forced to endure, and you are undoubtedly facing a long road ahead as you do your best to cope with your loved one’s untimely death. However, it is important to understand that you may be entitled to compensation, and an experienced wrongful death attorney in Florida can help you recover maximum damages.
Traffic Violations
Reckless Driving – Including following too closely (tailgating), weaving through traffic, running red lights and stop signs, and merging without looking or signaling.
Sex Crimes
The statistics on sexual assault are alarming. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), “sexual violence is common,” and more than half of women and almost a third of men will experience some form of physical sexual assault during their lifetime. As a result, far too many people find themselves in need of an experienced Florida sexual assault lawyer.
Misdemeanors
Reckless operation is punishable by a first-degree misdemeanor. While there are minimal requirements for boater licenses in Florida, operators are still responsible for knowing safe boating practices, the “rules of the road” and Federal Navigation Rules.
Assault
There is no justification for sexual assault—not under any circumstances. Even so, when facing sexual assault charges, perpetrators and their defense lawyers will fight to avoid sentencing by all means available. When you file a claim against a bar, nightclub, cruise line or other business that is liable for what happened, the company and its defense lawyers will dispute your allegations by all means available as well. For example, some common defenses to sexual assault allegations include...
Murder
Wrongful death lawsuits can be filed in a variety of situations that caused the death of a loved one, including motor vehicle and other types of accidents, medical malpractice, or use of products with manufacturing defects. A wrongful death attorney in Florida can also file a lawsuit if a loved one was a victim of a vehicular homicide, murder or other criminal act that lead to death.
Homicide
Some wrongful death cases follow on the heels of criminal prosecutions. This may happen in car wreck cases when the person who caused the accident was driving drunk or acting in another manner that showed such reckless disregard for human life that they are charged with manslaughter, vehicular homicide, or DUI manslaughter.
Manslaughter
Hit and Run
Dealing with hit-and-run accidents – Recovering after a hit-and-run accident presents many unique challenges as well. While you may be limited to relying on PIP, our lawyers may also be able to help you find another source of financial recovery.
Along with rape (sexual battery) charges, Florida law recognizes several other forms of sexual assault as well. These include sexual harassment, stalking, bullying, cyberstalking and cyberbullying, and indecent exposure, among others.
Property owners have a responsibility to maintain their premises safely, to remove hazards that could injure guests, and to post warnings of potential dangers. Many premises liability cases are of the slip-and-fall or trip-and-fall variety, when an unsuspecting visitor has slipped in water or on ice, or fallen over construction debris or a tree felled by a storm. When this happens, both the victim and the property owner will find that the laws governing premises liability are complex and some may vary from state to state. The Florida premises liability attorneys at Searcy Denney have more than 45 years’ experience representing victims who have been injured due to hazardous property conditions. We can help you understand the laws and assess your claim.
Construction Litigation
Property Damage
The Florida auto property lawyers at Searcy Denney are experienced car accident attorneys and can help you hold the insurance companies and others responsible for compensating you for the total amount of your property damage.
Access to legal services is of fundamental importance for an injured individual and their family – it is an essential component of the rule of law and a service we have provided the Florida community for more than 45 years. In order to continue to provide this critical service, we have contingency plans in place that enable us to provide you with uninterrupted service, including access to our lawyers for current and new personal injury claims.
Medical Malpractice
While medical malpractice has long been a concern for patients and families, it came into the spotlight in 2016. This is when Johns Hopkins Medicine