Seek Chiropractic Help for Personal Injury from Car Accidents
Posted on February 11th, 2019 by Oddo & Babat, P.C.
Find a Chiropractor Being involved in a vehicle accident, especially one where the other party is at fault, can be a frightening and overwhelming experience. If you’ve sustained injuries in a car crash due to another person’s negligence, you’ll need to seek out the appropriate medical treatment. That’s where treatment by a chiropractor, specifically one […]
Sexual Assault vs Consent
Posted on February 9th, 2019 by Oddo & Babat, P.C.
Personal Injury Lawyer One thing is certain about sexual assault — it is never the fault of the victim. Sexual assault comes in many different forms and includes: Rape Forcible sodomy Marital rape Sexual conduct with a minor — be it consensual or not Incest Any unwanted sexual touching Any sexual contact that is unwanted […]
Wrongful Death and Pecuniary Damages
Posted on January 26th, 2019 by Oddo & Babat, P.C.
Personal Injury Lawyer A loved one is killed because of the misconduct or negligence of someone else and even though they may be charged in a criminal court, you want to see if you can pursue legal action to recover damages or compensation you feel is owed to you because of the death. A criminal […]
Bankruptcies and Foreclosures?
Posted on January 21st, 2019 by Oddo & Babat, P.C.
Real Estate Lawyer It is very common for people who are facing foreclosure on their homes to seek protection declaring bankruptcy may offer them. There is legal protection offered during bankruptcy called an automatic stay The stay starts as soon as the petition for bankruptcy is filed. It works as an automatic injunction, working to […]
What Does Involuntary Manslaughter Mean?
Posted on January 19th, 2019 by Oddo & Babat, P.C.
Criminal Defense Lawyer Manslaughter is separated into types: voluntary and involuntary. Voluntary manslaughter is an intentional killing, but not with malice, because it is as a result of adequate provocation and done in the sudden heat of passion. Still, with voluntary manslaughter, the individual must have an intent to kill or cause serious bodily harm. […]
When Do Courts Award Alimony?
Posted on January 16th, 2019 by Oddo & Babat, P.C.
Family Law Lawyer Although not as common as it once was, there are still many spouses who request alimony when they are going through a divorce. One of the factors that a court may consider when determining alimony is how the marital estate is being divided in the divorce, including both assets and debts. If […]
3 Defenses For a Drug Possession Arrest
Posted on January 14th, 2019 by Oddo & Babat, P.C.
Criminal Defense Lawyer After an arrest for a drug possession charge, the accused may be confused and worried about what the future consequences may be. If convicted, the person may face harsh repercussions such as substantial jail time, expensive fines, a ruined reputation, and less employment opportunities. It is highly recommended that immediately after the […]
Funeral Procession Accidents Are More Common Than You May Think
Posted on December 22nd, 2018 by Oddo & Babat, P.C.
Personal Injury Lawyer Funeral processions carry the body or cremated remains of a deceased person to their place of burial, while allowing family and friends a final opportunity to honor and share in the paying of their respects. The remains of the dead have been transported by processions for thousands of years. During Egypt’s dynastic […]
Treatments for Chipped Teeth from Car Accidents
Posted on December 11th, 2018 by Oddo & Babat, P.C.
Personal Injury Lawyer Chipped teeth are one of the most common dental injuries that result from car accidents. While all teeth are at risk of chipping during these accidents, the lower molars and teeth with fillings are the most prone. Symptoms of a chipped tooth include a sore tooth, irritation of the gum around the […]
Sentencing of First-Degree Murder
Posted on November 18th, 2018 by Oddo & Babat, P.C.
Criminal Defense Lawyer Although the sentencing and punishment varies from state to state, first-degree murder usually draws the most severe sentencing. For example, in Florida, if you are convicted of first-degree murder, you will receive either life in prison without parole or the death penalty. Across the coast in California, though, the laws are not […]