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On Behalf of The Law Office of James M. Burns | Sep 23, 2021 | Personal Injury
Moving violations become routine practices for drivers willing to take risks. Speeding stands as a common "bad habit" among reckless drivers in Florida, which is alarming. Even driving only a few miles above the speed limit increases the chances of crashes and...
On Behalf of The Law Office of James M. Burns | Sep 10, 2021 | Estate Planning & Probate
It's generally a good idea for any adult living in Florida to have an estate plan regardless of his or her relationship status. Creating such a plan can make it easier to ensure that your affairs are settled quickly after you pass. It can also help to ensure that your...
On Behalf of The Law Office of James M. Burns | Sep 9, 2021 | Criminal Defense
When a Florida court sentences a defendant to probation, the accused gains freedom from incarceration with specific terms. Violating the terms of probation could bring serious consequences, including a return to jail. Violating terms of probation Under Florida law, a...
On Behalf of The Law Office of James M. Burns | Aug 30, 2021 | Estate Planning & Probate
Your Florida estate cannot be planned when the documents are not prepared right the first time. The first part of any good plan is to gather the tools that you need to be successful. The first step is to know which types of documents you will need. Last will and...
On Behalf of The Law Office of James M. Burns | Aug 18, 2021 | Family Law
Due to recent adjustments to the law, military retirees will experience changes in their benefits if they decide to remarry after divorcing. There are several scenarios that retired armed forces members face, and being familiar with family law mandates can help...
On Behalf of The Law Office of James M. Burns | Jul 28, 2021 | Criminal Defense
While public attitudes about marijuana use in Florida have undergone significant changes over the past decade, it is still important for residents to understand what is legal and what is not. Despite the public sentiment, it is still possible for people to face...
On Behalf of The Law Office of James M. Burns | Jul 21, 2021 | Personal Injury
Drivers occupying a car's back seat might not think they face worse dangers than the driver or front-seat passenger. The facts tell a potentially different story, as rear passengers face dangers. Such risks even extend to those riding in an SUV's third row....
On Behalf of The Law Office of James M. Burns | Jul 19, 2021 | Criminal Defense
There are important rules to follow when being granted probation in the state of Florida. While some of these are standard to probation terms across the country, certain rules are unique to the state of Florida. Probation is decided on an individual basis, meaning...
On Behalf of The Law Office of James M. Burns | Jul 7, 2021 | Estate Planning & Probate
Preparing your estate plan in Florida ensures your family and assets remain protected in the event of your death or incapacitation. An estate doesn't need millions of dollars worth of assets to start. Your age also doesn't matter since an estate plan can help prepare...
On Behalf of The Law Office of James M. Burns | Jun 22, 2021 | Criminal Defense
In September 2020, a Florida man was released from prison after 37 years after being convicted of a rape and murder based on bite mark evidence recorded using beeswax. DNA evidence that had never been tested was found preserved at the medical examiner’s office....