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Close to 100 companies accepted into Social Madness

Posted on May 30, 2013 by Blick Law

The nominating period ended at 11:59 p.m. on May 15, and some local companies got in just under the wire, bringing the total number of competitors in Tampa Bay to 93.

The new companies are:

  • Blick Law Firm
  • Citizinvestor
  • Cushman & Wakefield
  • DigitalBrainz
  • Keller Williams Realty Tampa Properties
  • MB2x
  • Modern Enterprise Solutions Inc.
  • Nickel Communications
  • Pam’s Country Restaurant
  • Strategic Image Management

Social Madness is a one-of-a-kind competition that measures a company’s social media engagement.

Nominations are now closed. The competition will kick off on June 3, and if your company wins the local bracket-style competition, it will move on to the nationals, starting July 16. The winning companies will have $10,000 charitable donations made on their behalf.

Social Madness is locally sponsored by Mercedes-Benz of Tampa.

Pam Huff is Director of News Operations for the Tampa Bay Business Journal.

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Florida’s Waterways and Boating Accidents

Posted on May 28, 2013 by Blick Law

With Memorial Day approaching, many families will be vacationing, enjoying time at the beach, and making recreational use of Florida’s waterways. Florida’s waterways are amenities of the state that bring family and friends together in a perennially sunny climate. However, the abundance of waterway use in Florida coupled with a variety of water recreational activities can lead to serious incidents of personal injury.

Boating accidents are extremely dangerous and can lead to severe injuries, and even death. With close to a million vessels registered in the state, Florida leads the nation in the number of vessels, and, as a negative consequence has the highest number of boating fatalities annually. According to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission, there were 742 reportable boating accidents and 67 boating related fatalities in 2011. Many of these deaths were caused by victims falling overboard and drowning, and a large number of them could have been prevented if the victims had worn life jackets.

While utilizing Florida’s water resources, it is important to always employ safety measures to prevent injuries. However, in the event of an injury it is important to contact a Tampa personal injury attorney to determine your rights to recovery, and determine who may be liable for your injuries.

If you or a loved has been injured in a boating accident, call Blick Law Firm today. Schedule a free 15-minute consultation with attorney Michael Blickensderfer by calling 813-931-0840. Think quick, call Blick!

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Accidentes de Auto y lesiones

Posted on May 22, 2013 by Blick Law

Accidentes de auto puede ser devastador, y heridas sufridas en un accidente pueden comenzar en una línea de tiempo de tratamiento y terapia que puede tomar meses en completarse. Si usted está involucrado en un accidente de auto, siempre es importante saber qué pasos a seguir para  protegerse  usted y su caso de lesiones potenciales.

Si usted está implicado en un accidente automovilístico, es fundamental que primero busque atención médica. Después de un accidente de auto, es mejor ir inmediatamente a un hospital u otro centro de tratamiento para determinar la extensión de sus lesiones y determinar las medidas necesarias de rehabilitación que se podrían necesitar.

Si las lesiones sufridas en el accidente  no son tan grave o potencialmente mortal, es importante reunir la información necesaria sobre el accidente con fines de apoyar su demanda legal. Información importante para reunir incluye:

Identificación de todos los ocupantes: incluyendo nombres, números de teléfono, direcciones y correos electrónicos.

Fotos de los daños: fotografiar todos los daños, incluyendo ambos vehículos y sus alrededores de daños a la propiedad.

Fotos de la escena del accidente: fotografiar cualquier escombro, marcas y también la posición de los vehículos implicados en la colisión.

Información de la respuesta oficial y ambulancia: solicitar toda información de identificación sobre los empleados y la ambulancia que respondió en el incidente

Las personas  lesionadas también siempre deben consultar a un abogado consulta legal e información general sobre cómo proceder después de un accidente. En el evento, si una compañía de seguros lo contacta a su reclamación de lesiones, no ofresca ninguna declaración grabada sin antes consultar con un abogado.

Si usted o un ser querido ha sufrido un accidente y necesita asesoramiento legal, llame al despacho de Blick al (813) 931-0840. Programe una consulta gratuita de 15 minutos con el abogado Michael Blickensderfer.

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DUI: Drunk vs. Under the Influence

Posted on May 22, 2013 by Blick Law

Driving under the influence generally refers to a person who has physical control of a vehicle while that person’s normal faculties are impaired by any type of drug, including alcohol and prescription medication. Under Florida State Statute 316.193, being under the influence pertains to both alcohol and drugs. Therefore, if you are under the influence of drugs and are in actual physical control of a vehicle, you can potentially be charged with a DUI.

In Florida, a blood alcohol level of .08 or more constitutes alcohol impairment beyond the legal limit. However, a police officer may still arrest you for a lower blood alcohol concentration (BAC) if they suspect that your normal faculties are impaired while operating a motor vehicle. Having a BAC under a .08 will increase your chances of overcoming the DUI conviction, but you may still be arrested and endure several hassles that go along with combating a DUI charge.

Police officers will pull drivers over for a number of traffic offenses, even minor ones, and initiate immediate conversation to determine the potential impairment of the driver. To assess the physical signs of impairment, Police will be looking for the ability to maintain eye contact, slurred speech, the smell of alcohol on a driver’s breath, or bloodshot eyes.

Know that your behavior once you’re pulled over is being scrutinized immediately, especially when pulled over late in the evening or after leaving a bar. Therefore, being polite, answering questions respectfully, and not making legal arguments is in your best interest.

While it is your right to not answer any questions without a lawyer present, not doing so will certainly raise the officer’s suspicion and they will likely investigate further. It is wise to answer questions vaguely and avoid delving into specifics, including any amount of alcohol you have consumed, or that you just left a party, bar, or football game.

If the Police are suspicious, they will tell you to exit the vehicle, and you must. However, you may refuse to submit to any sobriety tests conducted. Even if you think you can pass the sobriety exercises, it is likely in your best interest to politely refuse because the officer determines whether you passed based solely on their own judgment. Know that you always have the right to contact Tampa Criminal attorney before you submit to any test.

If you are charged with DUI, it is important to seek legal counsel immediately! Call Blick Law Firm today at 813-931-0840. Make an appointment for a free 15 minute consultation with attorney Michael Blickensderfer to determine what your options are moving forward. Attorney, Michael Blickensderfer has 25 year’s legal experience and is licensed in Florida, New York and New Jersey. Blick Law Firm seeks to help the hurting and those in need. Think quick, call Blick!

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ABC Action News Coverage Criminal Defense Attorney Tampa

Posted on May 21, 2013 by Blick Law

Today’s story is brought to you b_MG_0888y Mahayana Sfeir, Bilingual Marketing Liaison.

“Helping the Hurting” is an amazing mission statement that really impressed me when I first came on board to the Blick Law Firm family. I call it family because it is really how they make you feel as soon as you step foot inside their office. As a Christian woman myself, I instantly connected with the Blick family.

Their relentless commitment to helping their clients goes above and beyond any law firm I have ever encountered.   When I tell you that attorney, Michael Blickensderfer will many times pray with his client,  it is a true statement. Their work and passion comes from the heart, it is not about the dollar amount, although it is a business and they have to diligently run it, compassion is really what makes them unique and successful. Clients are inclined to refer and make us their attorney for life.

More recently, we were blessed to have had the opportunity on Thursday May 16 2013, to receive a call from ABC Actions News journalist Alison Morrow requesting attorney, Michael Blickensderfer to discuss recent legal ramifications on a local breaking news story: A Lutz man accused of murdering his unborn fetus faces federal charges because Florida state law would not have considered the baby “viable”. 

Our team was more tReporter Alison and Mikehan thrilled for Blickensderfer, who has more than 25 years legal experience and is a former prosecutor and well versed in criminal defense.  To be able to share his expertise with multimedia journalist Alison Morrow from ABC Actions News from the marketing aspect of what we are trying to accomplish, was a true blessing.

 

Although short notice, Blickensderfer did an excellent job with the interview and appeared very comfortable in front of the camera, so our job becomes a whole lot easier! Alison Morrow was very accommodating to Blickensderfer and her questions about the story aimed at the severity conviction charge the man may face and the difference between state and federal laws. Check out some footage behind the scenes here:

Over all, the dynamic of the office is an extraordinary environment to work at. It is based on Christian values, integrity, loyalty, contagious optimism and cheerful ambiance. These are all traits that are instilled on every employee, which is a recipe for immediate success.  I would like to end with an inspiring scripture from the bible:

“Now all glory to God, who is able, through his mighty power at work with us, to accomplish infinitely more than we might ask or think.” (Ephesians 3:20, NLT)

Think quick, call Blick! 813-931-0840. www.blicklawfirm.com

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El Sello y la Eliminación: aplicación para eliminar antecedentes penales

Posted on May 16, 2013 by Blick Law

El Sello y la Eliminación: aplicación para eliminar antecedentes penales

Las consecuencias de ser detenido y acusado de un delito que se extienden más allá de sólo las sanciones penales, asociadas con la carga particular; también puede afectar sus oportunidades de trabajo, reputación en la comunidad, ingresos en el futuro y puede incluso afectar las relaciones personales. En la era de la información que vivimos actualmente, información sobre arrestos, acusaciones y condenas incluso es fácilmente accesible para el público en general… aunque los cargos fueron finalmente despedidos!

Como remedio para delincuentes de primeros tiempo,  la eliminación de antecedentes penales y  el sello están disponibles para Quitar los rastros de algunos cargos penales. Estatutos de Florida 943.0585 y 943.059, hay criterios establecidos para que se puedan sellar o eliminar sus antecedentes penales cometidos en sus años de adulto

Es importante consultar con un abogado con experiencia  y preguntar que puedas tener sobre el sello y la eliminación de antecedentes penales, y si estas opciones están disponibles para su situación. Ciertos delitos, no califican para eliminación; Asimismo, existen instrucciones específicas relativas a la declaración introducida y disposición final de la causa penal que puede prevenir la elegibilidad para el sello o eliminación de antecedentes.

Si usted o un ser querido una han sido arrestados o acusados de un delito, ha tenido cargos despedidos y quisiera sellar o eliminar los antecedentes penales, llame al Bufete de Blick al (813) 931-0840. Piensa rápido, llame a Blick.

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