by Atty. Jim | Articles, Education, Law
When a student exhibits bullying behavior it is a risk factor for future potential violence. Parents, students and teachers need to all be open and honest about bullying problems and report any problems to the school’s administrative leadership. Kids typically...
by Atty. Jim | Law, Medical Records, Trial
I just finished a 7 day jury trial and used Trial Pad for the iPad for the first time. In prior trials I have used Sanction and believe it is a tremendous product. However, I was curious what it would be like to be wireless and able to roam the courtroom with iPad in...
by Atty. Jim | Articles, Education, Law, Medical Records
Since 1951, Florida law has granted a patient access to his or her own medical records and has required the health care practitioner who created the records to maintain the confidentiality of the records. Two primary sections of Florida law address medical records and...
by Atty. Jim | Articles, Auto Accidents, Law
Senate Bill 1860 revises the Florida Motor Vehicle No-Fault Law. The bill primarily amends laws governing Personal Injury Protection (PIP) benefits under the No-Fault law and laws related to PIP motor-vehicle insurance fraud. The major changes enacted by the bill are...
by Atty. Jim | Articles, Law, Medicare
How to Handle Denied Claims or File an Appeal If a claim was denied, call or write the provider and ask for an itemized statement for any claim. Make sure they sent in the right information. If they didn’t, ask the provider to contact our claims office to...
by Atty. Jim | Articles, Auto Accidents, Law
Florida Law regulates how fast drivers can travel on our public roads, streets and highways. The statute on point reads as follows: Florida Statute 316.183 Unlawful speed.— (1) No person shall drive a vehicle on a highway at a speed greater than is reasonable and...
