Can a Wrongful Death Claim Affect a Decedent’s Estate?
Posted on October 14th, 2017 by Oddo & Babat, P.C.
If a person dies at the fault of another party, the victim’s surviving family members may have the right to file a wrongful death claim. A wrongful death lawsuit is intended to hold the responsible party liable for any accident and death related damages that impacted the victim’s family. A lawsuit seeks compensation for such […]
4 Reasons Hiring an Attorney is the Right Move
Posted on October 4th, 2017 by Oddo & Babat, P.C.
A public defender seems like a more financially viable option for those worried about the cost of an attorney. It is true that you will be supplied a public defender by the state, but that does not mean it is your best option for defense. Here are a few reasons why hiring a private […]
5 Myths About Wills, Trusts, and Probate
Posted on September 28th, 2017 by Oddo & Babat, P.C.
The majority of people don’t know a lot about wills. Drafting wills can be quite complex and should be left to experienced estate planning attorneys. However, it’s still a good idea to learn some more information about estate planning. Here are five things you may have thought were true but are actually myths. The State […]
What is Unsupervised Probation?
Posted on September 24th, 2017 by Oddo & Babat, P.C.
What is Unsupervised Probation? In the event that somebody who has been convicted of a crime does not have a number of offenses on their criminal record, they may be considered eligible for unsupervised probation. Those who have been convicted of relatively minor offenses may also be considered eligible for unsupervised probation. Unsupervised provision is […]
5 Things To Know About Uninsured Motorist Coverage
Posted on September 16th, 2017 by Oddo & Babat, P.C.
Drivers in virtually every state are required to have car insurance in order to operate a vehicle legally. Unfortunately, not all drivers abide by this law; others may not have sufficient coverage in the case of a severe accident. Over 14% of drivers today carry very little or no insurance for their vehicle; getting in […]
Don’t Kill Time in Jail
Posted on September 4th, 2017 by Oddo & Babat, P.C.
If you cannot make bail after an arrest, you can still pick yourself up by making the most of your down time. With an eye toward maximizing your chances at future bail hearings or minimizing your sentencing exposure, do the following: Silence: It’s not only golden, it’s the simplest and best advice you’ll ever get. […]
Are Paid Housing Expenses Considered When Determining Child Support Requirements?
Posted on September 2nd, 2017 by Oddo & Babat, P.C.
Correctly calculating child support is one of the largest issues in many divorces. Like many other states, Florida attempts to make child support determinations systematic and transparent through the use of a standardized worksheet. However, it is still up to the trial court to correctly interpret this worksheet, and this process sometimes results in errors. Consulting […]
The 5 Biggest Mistakes People Make After a Car Accident
Posted on September 2nd, 2017 by Oddo & Babat, P.C.
Most of us prepare for the possibility of a car accident. We purchase insurance, make sure our car has certain safety features, and use caution when we drive. But as an auto accident lawyer Memphis TN has trusted for decades, I know most of us don’t prepare for what to do AFTER an accident. Many […]
Do’s And Don’ts For Pedestrians Who Are Injured In A Motor Vehicle Accident
Posted on September 2nd, 2017 by Oddo & Babat, P.C.
Pedestrian accidents are on the rise in the United States today. According to the Center For Disease Control or CDC, most pedestrians are hit by vehicles in urban areas at night. While some pedestrian accidents are not serious, others leave accident victims with injuries that will affect them for the rest of their life. The […]
Can I Sue the City for My Bus Accident Injury?
Posted on August 31st, 2017 by Oddo & Babat, P.C.
If you’re injured in an accident involving a municipal owned and operated bus, you may be able to file a personal injury claim against the municipality. However, claims involving government agencies are handled somewhat differently than ordinary auto accidents. Some of those differences can be pivotal in whether or not a claimant is successful at […]
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