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Barco Y Manejando Bajo La Influencia | Abogados en Tampa | Abogados

Posted on June 13, 2013 by Blick Law

Las aguas de la Florida son un recurso parecido nacional e internacionalmente, un bote recreacional en estas aguas contribuyen al bienestar de un residente y visitantes. Como resultado las leyes de botes están en lugar para proteger la seguridad, bienestar y el futuro de las aguas de la Florida.

Oficiales de la policía de la Florida y los funcionarios de la vida silvestre de Florida patrullan los cursos de agua diariamente para garantizar la seguridad y el cumplimiento de las leyes de navegación. Es importante mientras navegas a ser conscientes de las leyes que regulan el uso del canal y estar informados de lo que son sus responsabilidades.

Por ley, todos los operadores de embarcaciones son responsables de operar su embarcación en forma razonable y prudente con respecto de otro tráfico, seguir las restricciones, la presencia de una bandera de buzos-abajo y otras circunstancias para no poner en peligro a personas o propiedad. El incumplimiento de las normas de seguridad de los cursos de agua pueden resultar en violaciones penales y no penales.

En Florida, las leyes de manejar botes o embarcación  bajo la influencia u otras drogas son estrictas para los que están manejando como bajo la influencia de alcohol o drogas. La ley de la Florida prohíbe a todos de manejar embarcación bajo la influencia (BUI), Como tal, es ilegal operar cualquier embarcación o manipularla.

Si ha sido detenido mientras  a estado manejando un bote y necesita asesoramiento legal, llame hoy mismo al bufete de Blick Law Firm . Programe una cita gratis de 15 minutos con el abogado Michael Blickensderfer. Piensa rápido, llame a Blick.

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Marine Boating | Tampa Attorney | Drunk Boating

Posted on June 12, 2013 by Blick Law

The waters of Florida are both a national and international resource alike, and recreational boating on these waters contributes to the well-being of both residents and visitors. As a result, boating laws are in place to protect the safety, aesthetics, and future of Florida’s waterways.

Florida law enforcement officers and Florida Wildlife officials patrol the waterways daily to ensure safety and compliance with boating laws. It is important while boating to be aware of the laws regulating waterway use, and be informed of what your responsibilities are.

By law, all watercraft operators are responsible for operating their vessel in a reasonable and prudent manner with regard for other vessel traffic, posted restrictions, the presence of a divers-down flag, and other circumstances so as not to endanger people or property. Non-compliance with the safety rules of the waterways can result in both non-criminal and criminal violations.

In Florida, laws against boating while impaired by alcohol or other drugs are as strict as those for driving a vehicle while impaired. Florida law prohibits anyone from boating under the influence (BUI). That is, it is illegal to operate any vessel or to manipulate any water skis, sailboard, or similar device while intoxicated due to alcohol or any combination of alcohol, a controlled substance, or drugs.

If you have been stopped while boating and need legal advice, call Blick Law Firm today. Schedule a free 15-minute appointment with attorney Michael Blickensderfer. Think quick, call Blick.

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Detenciones criminales en Tampa

Posted on June 7, 2013 by Blick Law

Cuando usted se enfrenta con la policía, las personas a menudo se vuelven nerviosas porque están inseguros de si y pueden estar en violación a ley. La diferencia  de la ley entre estar detenido por la policía o arrestado crea diferentes limitaciones a sus derechos. Es importante entender lo que puede hacer.  La Policía puede  pararlo, pero no se considera un arresto si usted sólo se retiene.

En caso de que se detuvo para interrogarlo, es importante mantener la calma, ser Cortés, mantenga sus manos visibles en todo momento y no intente huir. Usted tiene el derecho a permanecer en silencio, sin embargo, es mejor identificarse primero y luego notificar al oficial que están ejerciendo su derecho al silencio.

Si no está seguro de la situación, puede pedir al oficial por qué han sido detenidos y si usted está bajo arresto. Si en aquel momento que usted no está bajo arresto, usted tiene el derecho a salir. Si el policía procede a arrestarte, usted tiene el derecho de hablar con un Abogado de defensa penal.

Un arresto ocurre únicamente tras una determinación de “causa probable”, esto significa que el oficial debe tener algo más que una “sospecha”, el oficial debe tener una “creencia razonable” usted ha cometido un delito. Una vez realizada la detención, un oficial legalmente puede realizar una búsqueda incidente a la detención de su persona para armas, evidencia y contrabando. En este punto, el oficial puede retener en la cárcel hasta por 24 horas, o hasta que se emita una orden para los cargos.

En cualquier momento usted es detenido y arrestado es importante consultar rápidamente a un Abogado a penal sobre sus derechos y asesoramiento sobre lo que debe hacer. Si ha estado detenido por un delito, o incluso emitió una citación por una infracción de tránsito, llame a Blick Law Firm  al (813) 931-0840 para programar una cita para una consulta gratis de 15 minutos con el abogado Michael Blickensderfer. Piensa rápido, llame a Blick!

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Auto Accident Tampa

Posted on June 7, 2013 by Blick Law

Parties to an accident are often times contacted by insurance companies in an attempt to get personal injury victims to settle an injury claim quickly, and for a non-negotiated amount. Before a settlement offer is even discussed, it is extremely important to first know the extent of your injuries.

Usually, the severity of damage sustained in an accident is not easily determined, and in many cases an injured party may suffer soft tissue or latent injuries that do not arise until much later. However, once a settlement agreement is made and tendered, an injured party releases their right to recovery for injuries related to that particular incident.

If you are involved in an auto accident, it is always important to first seek medical attention. After an auto accident, it is best to go immediately to the hospital or other treatment facility to determine the extent of your injuries and pinpoint the necessary steps of rehabilitation that might be required.

Secondly, an injured party should always contact an attorney for legal consultation and general information on how to proceed following an accident. In the event an insurance company contacts you regarding your injury claim, do not offer any recorded statements without first consulting with an attorney.

If you or a loved one have been in an accident and need legal advice, call Blick Law Firm today @ (813) 931-0840. Schedule a free 15-minute consultation with attorney Michael Blickensderfer.

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Criminal Arrests Tampa

Posted on June 6, 2013 by Blick Law

When confronted by police, people often become nervous because they are unsure if they may be in violation of some ordinance or law. The difference between merely being detained by police and arrested creates different limitations to your rights. It is important to understand what you can do. Police may stop you, and it is not considered an arrest if you are just briefly detained.

In the event you are stopped for questioning, it is important to remain calm, be polite, keep your hands visible at all times, and do not attempt to flee. You do have the right to remain silent, however, it is best to identify yourself first and then notify the officer that you are exercising your right to silence.

If you are unsure of the situation, you can ask the officer why you have been detained and if you are under arrest. If at that time you are not under arrest, you have the right to leave. If the officer proceeds to arrest you, you have the right to speak to a Criminal Defense Attorney.

An arrest occurs only upon a determination of “probable cause”, this means the officer must have more than just a “suspicion”, the officer must have a “reasonable belief” that you committed a crime. Once the arrest is made, an officer can lawfully conduct a search incident to arrest of your person for weapons, evidence, and contraband. At this point, the officer can hold you in jail for up to 24 hours, or until a warrant is issued for the charges.

Anytime you are stopped and arrested it is important to quickly consult a Criminal Attorney regarding your rights and advice on what you should do. If you have been arrested for a criminal offense, or even issued a citation for a traffic violation, call Blick Law Firm today at (813) 931-0840 to schedule an appointment for a free 15 minute consultation with attorney Michael Blickensderfer. Think quick, call Blick!

 

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Blick Law Firm Participates in Social Media Competition

Posted on June 5, 2013 by Blick Law

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Blick Law Firm Participates in Social Media Competition

Tampa Bay Business Journal hosts Social Madness engagement and Blick Law Firm participates in the small business bracket for an online competition that launched on June 3, 2013.

TAMPA June 5— Social madness has commenced and over 92 companies compete for placement in a social engagement competition hosted online by the Tampa Bay Business Journal.

The social media competition, launched June 3, 2013, categorizes Tampa Bay businesses into three categories: small, medium and large.

Blick Law Firm proudly competes in the small business bracket with several other local Tampa Bay businesses.

“We engage social media into our marketing tactics on a daily basis,” said Dana Blickensderfer, director of marketing and public relations at Blick Law Firm. “If you are not engaging your business in social media, you are missing a key ingredient into the wonderful opportunity technology has for reaching and communicating to its public.”

Local winners will be announced on July 9, 2013 and finalists will be eligible to participate at a national level kicking off July 16, 2013.

Blick Law Firm is competing their Twitter handle and will be scored on how well they engage social media audience on Twitter for the entirety of the contest. Social engagement is defined as likes, comments, and shares of a company’s posts by their followers.

To vote you simply go here and select Blick Law Firm! Help your favorites advance by giving them your votes and interacting with them on social media. And remember, you can come back to vote again and support local businesses every day!

For questions about competition visit: http://www.bizjournals.com/tampabay/socialmadness or contact Dana at dana@blicklawfirm.com. Engage in the conversation on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/blicklawfirm or on Twitter at https://twitter.com/blicklawfirm.


About Blick Law Firm
Blick law Firm is a local Tampa Bay legal firm specializing in immigration, personal injury, criminal and real estate law all across the state of Florida. The owner, Michael C. Blickensderfer, has over 25 years’ legal experience in Florida, New York and New Jersey. Blick Law Firms practice areas include criminal law, DUI/ Traffic, real estate transactions, loan modifications, short sales, foreclosure defense, bankruptcy, title insurance and real estate litigation. We also serve clients in personal injury, including auto accidents, motorcycle accidents, slip and falls premises liability, dog bites, marine and aviation accidents and wrongful death. For further information regarding our legal services please visit our website at www.blicklawfirm.com.


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