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VICTIMAS DE QUEMADURAS: RECUPERACION DEL DOLOR Y SUFRIMIENTO

Posted on December 6, 2012 by Blick Law

Con el invierno acercándose rápidamente y una caída constante de la temperatura, la gente busca variedades de recursos para sentir calor, incluyendo fuego, mantas de calentamiento, calentadores, etcétera. Desafortunadamente, muchas personas cada año son víctimas de incendios y la exposición al calor, como resultado de la búsqueda de calor en respuesta a las temperaturas que caen afuera.

Víctimas de quemaduras o exposición al calor a quien va incurrir a las quemaduras que quedan por vida, el dolor y desfiguración, y se ven obligados a una vida de constante rehabilitación. El dolor y el sufrimiento que los resultados son un aspecto lamentable y conmovedor de la gravedad de las lesiones que pueden ocurrir debido a la exposición al fuego, y la mayoría de las veces las víctimas de quemaduras en sí no son ni siquiera la culpa.

Si un tercero es responsable por el fuego, usted tiene derecho a pedir una indemnización por los gastos médicos, pérdida de ingresos, y el dolor y el sufrimiento. La compensación por dolor y sufrimiento incluye ningún tipo de dolor, desfiguración, angustia emocional, incapacidad e incluso la vergüenza atribuible a la lesión por quemadura sostenida, y la recuperación de estos daños incluye tanto las pérdidas presentes y futuras.

Los casos de víctimas de quemaduras varían en su gravedad, pero al final se traumatizante, no importa qué tan grave, y el dolor que participan en el tratamiento de estas lesiones es abrumadora. Hay muchos factores que se consideran al determinar el importe de la recuperación a disposición de las víctimas de quemaduras, incluyendo la severidad de las quemaduras, el importe de la rehabilitación y el tratamiento requerido, el grado de la discapacidad incurrido, desfiguración, y el grado de angustia emocional. Estos factores son difíciles de cuantificar en términos de recuperación, pero su gravedad se entiende y puede dar lugar a importantes premios por daños.

Si usted o un ser querido ha sido herido en un incendio o quemaduras sufridas como consecuencia de un mal funcionamiento del producto, llame a Blick Law Firm hoy mismo al (813) 931-0840. Llame hoy para programar una consulta gratuita de 15 minutos con el abogado Michael Blickensderfer. Piensa rápido, llame a Blick.

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Foreclosure Properties: Common Buyer Mistakes

Posted on December 4, 2012 by Blick Law

Buying a foreclosed property is much different than a traditional home purchase. Certain repairs and defects often associated with foreclosed property may require significant and often overly burdensome cost and attention, so it is important to know what you are taking on. During the growth of the foreclosure problem in Florida, homebuyers across the State have been abundantly utilizing Foreclosure Auctions and Short Sales to purchase homes and property for costs well below market value.

However, when purchasing a home, especially in short sale or foreclosure auction, it is important to inspect the premises and discover any defects or structural deficiencies prior to closing on the home. Many times, homebuyers who purchase a short sale ignore defects and property deficiencies because the bargain is too good to pass up. Often, this creates problems that end up costing more than the bargain is worth.

Homebuyers tend to become so passionate about purchasing the real estate at such a lower cost that they refuse to accept the risks that can arise. Common mistakes include:

  • Ignoring property problems – Severe problems with the property may exist due to neglect, mold exposure, termites, and even vandals. Structurally, these homes may be in severe disrepair and even uninhabitable.
  • Ignoring legal and Insurance Information- Information that identifies any flood exposure or renovations and repairs made on the home is available to homebuyers and should be utilized to identify possible flaws and dangers that may exist on the property.
  • Failing to have the home inspected – Many buyers are so anxious to proceed with the acquisition of the property that they fail to have an adequate inspection of the premises conducted. Later, latent defects can become huge problems and the homeowner may incur exorbitant costs to repair the damages.

If you or your family are purchasing a home and have concerns regarding short sales or foreclosure auctions, call Blick Law Firm today at (813) 931-0840 and schedule a free 15-minute consultation with attorney Michael Blickensderfer.

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Probate and Simple Will

Posted on November 30, 2012 by Blick Law

With Thanksgiving just passing and the Christmas Holiday quickly approaching, most Floridians are preparing to spend time with family and gather together to relive old memories and catch up on lost time. Many families are faced with the uncomfortable thought of spending their last Christmas with grandparents or ill family members. It is important for every family to consider the importance of planning ahead for their relatives passing and ensuring that last wishes and health care decisions are carefully memorialized in writing.

A Will is a legal document that provides direction for how a decedent intends to distribute their assets upon their death. Many times, people avoid considering the different options available through probate out of apprehension of thinking about their own death.

When a person dies without a will they are said to have died intestate. The State will then follow the intestacy guidelines governing how to distribute intestate assets to heirs based on bloodline and relation.

Realistically, executing a Will for the disposition of one’s assets is an important part of planning the future of your estate. It is always better to have your intentions memorialized in an executed Will than have the State determine the disposition of your assets. Probate is the process of identifying and gathering the assets of the deceased person, paying their debts, and distributing the assets to his or her beneficiaries.

Many considerations must be made prior to setting forth the distribution of one’s assets following their death, and often times other legal documents are more suitable for particular situations. It is important to discuss your situation with an experienced Will, Probate and Estate Planning Attorney, and determine what is best for you be it a Will or Trust instrument.

If you or a loved has concerns or questions about the future of your estate, call Blick Law Firm today. Schedule a free 15-minute consultation with attorney Michael Blickensderfer today at 813-931-0840.

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DUI and the Impact of Marijuana Laws

Posted on November 29, 2012 by Blick Law

With the recent legalization of marijuana in Colorado and Washington, the discussion is beginning on when this type of legislation will reach Florida. The enactment of this legislation has prompted universities in Colorado and Washington to issue bans on using, possessing, and cultivating the substance on campus; and the bans are supported by the fact that marijuana is still prohibited by federal laws.

This effect, however, begs the discussion of how marijuana legalization will impact the way states craft their own respective laws to address the potential abuse and misuse of the substance? In regard to DUI laws, it is important to know that 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. A common misconception is that the use of alcohol is the only factor involved in being charged and convicted of 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) or if they simply suspect that your normal faculties are impaired from the use of alcohol or drugs while operating a motor vehicle.

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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Declaración de Bancarrota después de las Fiestas

Posted on November 29, 2012 by Blick Law

Con las fiestas acercándose rápidamente, muchas personas se están volviendo conscientes de los gastos relacionados con la compra de regalos para los seres queridos e incluso derrochar en ofertas para sí mismos en el Viernes Negro. Es importante recordar, especialmente para aquellos en dificultades financieras a gastar con responsabilidad, y para las personas que están considerando la bancarrota es aún más importante tener en cuenta que la deuda acumulada durante los días de fiesta no puede ser descargable a través de Quiebras.

Si un acreedor puede probar que los cargos de tarjetas de crédito durante las Fiestas se realizaran de forma fraudulenta con la intención de declararse en quiebra después, la deuda puede sobrevivir a la quiebra. Por lo general, el tribunal de Quiebras se verá a ver el estado de las finanzas cuando los cargos fueron hechos y la naturaleza de las adquisiciones para determinar si la bancarrota es inminente y los cargos fueron hechos con la intención de declararse en quiebra.

Muchas personas utilizan la bancarrota como una estrategia para resolver la deuda inmanejable. Hoy en día, es más común que la mayoría de realizar y puede ser una solución refrescante a una vida agobiado por las deudas.

Al considerar la bancarrota, el Capítulo 7 de presentación es una manera útil a la descarga de la mayor parte de la deuda y puede aliviar la carga de la recolección de los intentos de los acreedores. Capítulo 7 de bancarrota es generalmente disponible cuando el deudor tenga bienes poco al margen de las necesidades básicas como ropa y muebles, y el deudor tiene dificultades para hacer los pagos de los gastos básicos, o tiene muy poco dinero después de hacerlo.

La ventaja de la presentación del capítulo 7 de bancarrota es que su deuda no garantizada se elimina por completo, el proceso es bastante rápido, y la suspensión automática que tiene lugar después de la presentación prohíbe a los acreedores de hacer esfuerzos de cobranza.

Es importante tener en cuenta que, si bien en última instancia, el Capítulo 7 de bancarrota puede aliviar un deudor de la carga de la deuda sin garantía insuperable, es un proceso que requiere la producción de varios documentos y la preparación tedioso. Cuanto más preparado que el deudor sea el más transparente el proceso se vuelve.

No importa cual sea su situación, obtener asesoría jurídica de calidad de un abogado con experiencia en bancarrota es beneficioso. Contacte Blick Law Firm hoy mismo al (813) 931-0840. Programe una consulta gratuita de 15 minutos con el abogado Michael Blickensderfer para evaluar qué opción es la mejor para usted. Piensa rápido, llame a Blick!

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Burn Victims: Recovery for Pain and Suffering

Posted on November 27, 2012 by Blick Law

With winter quickly approaching and a steady drop in temperature, people seek warmth from a variety of sources including fire, warming blankets, space heaters and so forth. Unfortunately, many people each year become victims of fire and heat exposure as a result of seeking warmth in response to outside temperatures dropping.

Victims of fire or heat exposure incur life altering burns, pain and disfigurement, and are forced into a life of constant rehabilitation. The pain and suffering that results are an unfortunate and touching aspect of the severity of injuries that can occur due to exposure to fire; and most times the burn victims themselves are not even at fault.

If another party is responsible for the fire, you are entitled to seek compensation for medical expenses, loss of income, and pain and suffering. Compensation for pain and suffering includes any pain, disfigurement, emotional distress, disability, and even embarrassment attributable to the burn injury sustained; and the recovery for these damages includes both present and future losses.

Cases involving burn victims vary in their severity, but ultimately are traumatizing no matter how severe; and the pain involved in treating these injuries is overwhelming. Many factors are considered when assessing the amount of recovery available to burn victims, including the severity of the burns, the amount of rehabilitation and treatment required, the extent of the disability incurred, disfigurement, and the extent of emotional distress. These factors are difficult to quantify in terms of recovery, but their severity is understood and can result in substantial awards for damage.

If you or a loved has been injured in a fire or sustained burns as a result of a product malfunction, call Blick Law Firm today at (813) 931-0840. Call today to schedule a free 15 minute consultation with attorney Michael Blickensderfer. Think quick, call Blick.

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