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How can An Attorney Help you with Your Suspended License?

Edward Reyes, Esq / October 31, 2019

Your license was suspended — maybe over unpaid tickets, a missed court date, child support arrears, or too many points — and now the DHSMV holds the key to your freedom to drive. The Reyes Firm works with Floridians who need a real legal strategy to cut through the bureaucracy, pull debts back from collections, and get back on the road. Here’s what an attorney can actually do for you — and why acting before you catch a criminal charge matters more than most people realize. TL;DR — QUICK SUMMARY Florida law under Florida Statute § 322.34 makes driving with a knowingly suspended license a criminal offense — a second-degree misdemeanor on the first offense and a third-degree felony by the third offense. An attorney can petition courts to recall debts from collections and negotiate directly with creditors, often saving you more than the attorney’s fee. If your license was suspended over child support delinquency, a lawyer can arrange a purge hearing and payment agreement with the Florida Department of Revenue to fast-track reinstatement. Proactively addressing your suspension before you’re pulled over — rather than after you’re charged — gives you significantly more legal options and costs far less in fines, fees, and potential criminal exposure. Under Florida Statute § 95.11(3)(a), the two-year personal injury statute of limitations applies if you were injured in a crash caused by another driver’s negligence, even if you were also cited for a suspended license at the time. The Reyes Firm Suspended License Holding You Back in Tampa? Get clear answers on your reinstatement options. Had a bad day? Let’s fix it. Contact Us Now Fla. Stat. § 322.34 Governs driving while license suspended in Florida 2024 Florida Statutes 2nd Degree Misd. 1st knowing DWLS offense — criminal charge Fla. Stat. § 322.34(2)(a) 3rd Degree Felony Habitual Traffic Offender driving while revoked Fla. Stat. § 322.34(5) 2 Years Personal injury statute of limitations in Florida Fla. Stat. § 95.11(3)(a) What can a Tampa attorney actually do to help you get your suspended license back? An attorney can do things about a suspended Florida driver’s license that most people simply can’t do efficiently on their own — and in many cases the savings far outweigh the legal fee. The most common scenario involves fines and fees that have been turned over to collections agencies like Penn Credit. Once a debt goes to collections, the DHSMV will not reinstate your license until it’s resolved. An attorney can appear before a judge to have those debts recalled from collections and negotiate a resolution directly, bypassing the collection agency markup entirely. Child support delinquency is another major driver of license suspensions in Florida. Under Florida Statute § 322.058, the Department of Revenue can suspend your license for falling behind on payments. An attorney can request a purge hearing and work out a payment agreement with the Child Support Program that satisfies the DHSMV requirement for reinstatement — often faster and on better terms than trying to navigate the system alone. Old accident liens are a third area where legal help makes a measurable difference. If you have unresolved liens from prior crashes on your driving record, an attorney can negotiate those figures down before they block reinstatement. The goal in every case is the same: remove each specific barrier holding your license, not just pay the first fee that comes up. ⚠️ Don’t Wait Until You’re Charged: Under Florida Statute § 322.34, knowingly driving with a suspended license is a criminal offense. A first offense carries up to 60 days in jail and a $500 fine. A third offense can be charged as a felony. Addressing your suspension proactively — before you’re pulled over — is far easier and less expensive than fighting both a criminal case and a license reinstatement at the same time. Why is a Florida suspended license so much more serious than people expect? Most people treat a suspended license like a paperwork problem. Florida law treats it as a potential criminal matter — and the escalation happens faster than most drivers realize. Under Florida Statute § 322.34, if you drive without knowing your license is suspended, it’s a civil infraction punishable by a fine. But if you know your license is suspended and drive anyway, a first offense is a second-degree misdemeanor, a second offense is a first-degree misdemeanor, and a third offense can be elevated to a third-degree felony. The real danger is the Habitual Traffic Offender designation. Under Florida Statute § 322.264, accumulating certain traffic convictions within a five-year period — including multiple DWLS citations, even civil ones — can result in HTO classification. Once designated a Habitual Traffic Offender, your license is revoked for five years, and driving while revoked as an HTO is a third-degree felony from the first stop. Many people acquire HTO status unknowingly by simply paying civil DWLS citations without ever fixing the underlying suspension. The financial consequences compound quickly too. Each stop adds reinstatement fees, potential court costs, and insurance rate increases. A criminal conviction creates a permanent record visible to employers, lenders, and landlords. Getting ahead of the suspension — before it becomes a charge — is almost always the better path. 💡 Did You Know? Florida law creates a critical distinction between civil and criminal DWLS. Under Fla. Stat. § 322.34(1), driving without knowledge of your suspension is a civil traffic infraction. But once you’ve been stopped and cited — even for the civil version — a subsequent stop can be charged criminally, because the prior citation establishes you had notice. An attorney can challenge the “knowledge” element and work to resolve the underlying suspension before it gets worse. Watch: How can an Attorney Help you with Your Suspended License? What are the most common reasons Florida suspends a driver’s license? Florida suspends licenses for a wide range of reasons, and many people don’t realize their driving privilege is at risk until they’re pulled over. Understanding the specific reason for your

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Accidentes de Segway

Edward Reyes, Esq / May 17, 2019

Accidentes de Segway Cuanto más cálido es el clima, las atractivas vías de Segway son para el transporte. Con el mayor volumen de segways a medida que avanza el verano, mayores son las posibilidades de que los ciclistas sufran un accidente. ¿Cuáles son las causas comunes de los accidentes de Segway? Los conductores no se dan cuenta de los usuarios de Segway Conductores distraídos Movimientos impredecibles por parte de los conductores negligencia Mal funcionamiento de Segway Formación inadecuada en el uso de segway ¿Cuáles son las lesiones comunes de accidentes de Segway? Lesión de la médula espinal Daño cerebral Huesos rotos Pinchazos Lesiones traumáticas La muerte de un enamorado Firmé una renuncia, ¿es ese el final? La mayoría de los inquilinos de Segeay le hacen firmar una renuncia larga con letra pequeña y palabras que parecen intimidantes. Todos sentimos la impresión de firmarlo para que podamos ir a la gira con todos los demás, por lo que tenemos prisa y no podemos leerlo. La buena noticia es que no todas las exenciones son siempre válidas. La valía de su renuncia depende de su situación única. ¿A quién puedo responsabilizar después de mi accidente de Segway? La compañía tiene el deber de mantener a salvo al ciclista del Segway. Si la compañía conocía el problema que causó sus lesiones y no tomaron medidas para solucionarlo de inmediato, se las puede responsabilizar por sus lesiones. Si estaba conduciendo el Segway mientras hacía un recorrido, la compañía del recorrido también puede ser responsable por sus lesiones. ¿Qué daños puedo recuperar? Si la negligencia de otra persona le causó una lesión por accidente de segway, puede reclamar daños compensatorios contra la parte responsable. Los daños compensatorios incluyen daños económicos y no económicos. La reclamación por daños económicos puede incluir gastos médicos, salarios perdidos, pérdida de ingresos futuros, modificaciones en el hogar y necesidades no médicas. Los daños no económicos incluyen dolor y sufrimiento, pérdida de consorcio, daño a la reputación, angustia emocional y pérdida de compañía. También puede ser capaz de recuperar daños punitivos. Los daños punitivos pueden ser recuperables si la parte responsable actuó por malicia o fraude. Estos pueden incluir que la parte responsable esté bajo la influencia mientras conduce, huye de la policía y / o conducción imprudente. ¿Cómo demostrarás mis daños? Puede pensar que esos documentos o fotografías pueden no fortalecer su caso, pero en realidad lo hacen aún más sólido. Puede ser obvio que la parte responsable causó su lesión, pero va a necesitar esas fotografías y documentos para que su caso sea aún más sólido. Algunos ejemplos que fortalecerán su caso son: Documentos medicos Cualquier imagen médica. Fotografías de la escena del accidente y sus heridas. Reporte policial Prueba de beneficios de perdida Cualquier recibo que muestre los gastos relacionados con sus lesiones. ¿Qué debo hacer después de mi accidente? En el momento de un accidente de ciclismo puede ser estresante, pero sus acciones después del accidente son muy importantes. Vas a necesitar documentar todo con cuidado. Siga estos sencillos pasos: Llame al 911 para atención médica de emergencia. Llame al departamento de policía local para presentar un informe Obtener información de seguro y contacto de todas las partes involucradas. Tomar fotografías de la escena del accidente y lesiones. Alentar a los testigos a hablar con la policía. ¡Llámame! ¡Permítame ayudarlo a superar el estrés de responsabilizar a otra persona por sus lesiones y hacerlo más fácil para usted! Contacte a la Firma Reyes al 813-421-3411 Estamos aquí para usted 24/7 y tenemos la experiencia para proteger sus intereses y lograr la recuperación que merece. Llámanos hoy y, sobre todo, quédate seguro en las carreteras.

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Segway Accidents

Edward Reyes, Esq / May 17, 2019

Segway Accidents The warmer the climate the attractive Segways are for transportation. With the higher volume of Segways as the summer is coming the higher the chances of the riders getting into an accident. What are the common causes of Segway accidents? Drivers fail to notice Segway users Distracted drivers Unpredictable moves by drivers Negligence Segway malfunction Improper training on Segway use What are common Segway accident injuries? Spinal cord injury Brain injury Broken bones Punctures Traumatic injuries Death of a loved one I signed a waiver, is that the end? Most Segway renters make you sign a long waiver with small print and words that look intimidating. We all feel the pressure to sign it so that we can go on the tour with everyone else, so we are rushed and not able to read it. Good news is that not all waivers are always valid. The validity of your waiver depends on you unique situation. Who can I hold accountable after my Segway accident? The company has a duty to keep the rider of the Segway safe if the company knew about the problem that caused your injuries and they did not take action towards it right away then they can be held liable for your injuries. If you were riding the Segway while doing a tour, the company of the tour can also be held liable for your injuries. What damages can I recover? If someone else’s negligence caused you to have a Segway accident injury you can claim compensatory damages against the liable party. Compensatory damages include economic and non-economic damages. Economic damage claim can include medical expenses, lost wages, loss of future earnings, home modifications, and non-medical needs. Non-economic damages include pain and suffering, loss of consortium, damage to reputation, emotional distress, and loss of companionship. You may also be able to recover punitive damages. Punitive damages can be recoverable if the liable party acted malice or fraud. These may include the liable party being under the influence while driving, fleeing from the police, and/or reckless driving. How will you prove my damages? You may think that those documents or photographs may not strengthen your case, but they actually make your case even stronger. It may be obvious that the liable party caused your injury but you are going to need those photographs and documents to make your case even stronger. Some examples that will make your case stronger is: Medical documents Any medical imaging Photographs of the accident scene and your injuries Police report Proof of loss benefits Any receipts that show any expenses related to your injuries What should I do after my Segway accident? At the time of a Segway accident can be stressful but your actions after the accident are very important. You’re going to need to document everything carefully. Follow these easy steps: Call 911 for emergency medical attention Call the local police department to file a report Get insurance and contact information from all the parties involved Take photographs of the accident scene and injuries Encourage witnesses to speak to the police Call me! Let me help you get through the stress of holding someone else liable for your injuries and make it easier for you! Contact The Reyes Firm at 813-421-3411 We are here for you 24/7 and have the experience to protect your interests and get you the recovery you deserve. Call us today – and above all be safe on the roads!

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Taxi Accidents

Edward Reyes, Esq / May 15, 2019

Taxi Accidents Taxis are convenient ways to get around the city when you don’t want to drive. Because so many people uses the higher the chances of accidents. A victim of a taxi accident can be a passenger, pedestrian or bystander. What are common causes injuries of taxi accidents? Traumatic brain injuries Spinal cord injury Punctures Traumatic injury Concussion Death of a child What are common causes of taxi accidents? Failure to obey stop signs Inadequate training Defective vehicle equipment Distracted driving What damages can I recover? If someone else’s negligence caused you to have a taxi accident injury you can claim compensatory damages against the liable party. Compensatory damages include economic and non-economic damages. Economic damage claim can include medical expenses, lost wages, loss of future earnings, home modifications, and non-medical needs. Non-economic damages include pain and suffering, loss of consortium, damage to reputation, emotional distress, and loss of companionship. You may also be able to recover punitive damages. Punitive damages can be recoverable if the liable party acted malice or fraud. These may include the liable party being under the influence while driving, fleeing from the police, and/or reckless driving. Can the taxi be held accountable for my injuries? The taxi company is responsible for all the parties injured due the accident. In Florida, the taxi company is required to have the minimum coverage to be $50,000 for property damage, $125,00 bodily injury per person involved and $250,000 for bodily injury per incident. How will you prove my damages? You may think that those documents or photographs may not strengthen your case, but they actually make your case even stronger. It may be obvious that the liable party caused your injury but you are going to need those photographs and documents to make your case even stronger. Some examples that will make your case stronger is: Medical documents Any medical imaging Photographs of the accident scene and your injuries Police report Proof of loss benefits Any receipts that show any expenses related to your injuries What should I do after my taxi accident? At the time of a taxi accident can be stressful but your actions after the accident are very important. You’re going to need to document everything carefully. Follow these easy steps: Call 911 for emergency medical attention Call the local police department to file a report Get insurance and contact information from all the parties involved Take photographs of the accident scene and injuries Encourage witnesses to speak to the police Call me! Let me help you get through the stress of holding someone else liable for your injuries and make it easier for you! Contact The Reyes Firm at 813-421-3411 We are here for you 24/7 and have the experience to protect your interests and get you the recovery you deserve. Call us today – and above all be safe on the roads!

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Accidentes de Autobuses Escolares

Edward Reyes, Esq / May 14, 2019

Accidentes de autobuses escolares Debido a que siempre está huyendo, realmente está en el autobús escolar para que sus hijos estén seguros y regresen de la escuela. Puede ser molesto que no todos los autobuses escolares tengan cinturones de seguridad. Y debido a esto, escuchamos constantemente sobre niños muertos o heridos debido a accidentes de autobús escolar. ¿Cuáles son las causas más comunes de accidentes de autobús escolar? Mal funcionamiento del equipo Conductores negligentes Operadores negligentes Conductores distraídos Condiciones del camino Sobrecarga de niños ¿Cuáles son las principales lesiones de un accidente de autobús escolar? Lesiones traumáticas del cerebro Lesión de la médula espinal Pinchazos Lesión traumática Concusión Muerte de un niño ¿A quién puedo responsabilizar por mi accidente de autobús escolar? Los accidentes de autobuses escolares pueden ser muy complejos en cuanto a quién puede ser responsabilizado por sus lesiones. Estos son los que pueden ser considerados responsables: Conductor de vehículos de motor Conductor del autobús escolar Escuela a la que pertenece el autobús inspectores de seguridad Distrito escolar ¿Qué daños puedo recuperar? Si la negligencia de otra persona le causó una lesión por accidente de tránsito masivo, puede reclamar daños compensatorios contra la parte responsable. Los daños compensatorios incluyen daños económicos y no económicos. La reclamación por daños económicos puede incluir gastos médicos, salarios perdidos, pérdida de ingresos futuros, modificaciones en el hogar y necesidades no médicas. Los daños no económicos incluyen dolor y sufrimiento, pérdida de consorcio, daño a la reputación, angustia emocional y pérdida de compañía. También puede ser capaz de recuperar daños punitivos. Los daños punitivos pueden ser recuperables si la parte responsable actuó por malicia o fraude. Estos pueden incluir que la parte responsable esté bajo la influencia mientras conduce, huye de la policía y / o conducción imprudente. ¿Cómo demostrarás mis daños? Puede pensar que esos documentos o fotografías pueden no fortalecer su caso, pero en realidad lo hacen aún más sólido. Puede ser obvio que la parte responsable causó su lesión, pero va a necesitar esas fotografías y documentos para que su caso sea aún más sólido. Algunos ejemplos que fortalecerán su caso son: Documentos medicos Cualquier imagen médica Fotografías de la escena del accidente y sus heridas Reporte policial Prueba de beneficios de perdida Cualquier recibo que muestre los gastos relacionados con sus lesiones ¿Cómo puede ayudar a prevenir un accidente de autobús escolar? Esta es una conversación importante que debe tener con su hijo para que ellos también puedan hacer su parte. Aquí hay algunas cosas de las que hablar: Caminar dentro del autobús y salir del autobús de manera ordenada Espere a que el autobús se detenga por completo para moverse dentro del autobús o entrar o salir del autobús Mantenga el pasillo del autobús libre de objetos No distraigas al conductor No camines detrás del autobús escolar ¿Qué debo hacer después de un accidente de autobús escolar? Si su hijo está involucrado en un accidente de autobús escolar puede ser devastador y estresante. Si es posible, siga estos sencillos pasos para fortalecer su caso: Llame al 911 y busque atención médica. Obtenga cualquier información que pueda de los conductores y testigos Tomar fotografías de todos los daños y condiciones del camino. Presentar un informe policial ¡LLÁMAME! ¡Permítame ayudarlo a superar el estrés de responsabilizar a otra persona por sus lesiones y hacerlo más fácil para usted! Contacte a la Firma Reyes al 813-421-3411 Estamos aquí para usted 24/7 y tenemos la experiencia para proteger sus intereses y lograr la recuperación que merece. Llámanos hoy y, sobre todo, quédate seguro en las carreteras.

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School Bus Accidents

Edward Reyes, Esq / May 13, 2019

School Bus Accidents Because you are always on the run, you relly on the school bus to get your children safe to and from school. It can be upsetting that not all school buses have seatbelts. And because of this we constantly hear about children killed or injured due to school bus accidents. These are methods of mass transit but carry our children. However, must school buses are owned by a public entity. Therefore there are sovign immunity issues and many are self insured. There are caps for recovery when dealing with public entitles, I.e. government. What are the most common causes of school bus accidents? Equipment malfunction Negligent drivers Negligent operators Distracted drivers Road conditions Overloading children What are the top injuries from a school bus accident? Traumatic brain injuries Spinal cord injury Punctures Traumatic injury Concussion Death of a child Who can I hold accountable for my school bus accident? School bus accidents can be very complex as to who can be held accountable for your injuries. These are ones who can be held liable: Driver of motor vehicles Driver of the school bus School the bus belongs to Safety inspectors School district What damages can I recover? If someone else’s negligence caused you to have a school bus accident injury you can claim compensatory damages against the liable party. Compensatory damages include economic and non-economic damages. Economic damage claim can include medical expenses, lost wages, loss of future earnings, home modifications, and non-medical needs. Non-economic damages include pain and suffering, loss of consortium, damage to reputation, emotional distress, and loss of companionship. You may also be able to recover punitive damages. Punitive damages can be recoverable if the liable party acted malice or fraud. These may include the liable party being under the influence while driving, fleeing from the police, and/or reckless driving. How will you prove my damages? You may think that those documents or photographs may not strengthen your case, but they actually make your case even stronger. It may be obvious that the liable party caused your injury but you are going to need those photographs and documents to make your case even stronger. Some examples that will make your case stronger is: Medical documents Any medical imaging Photographs of the accident scene and your injuries Police report Proof of loss benefits Any receipts that show any expenses related to your injuries How can help prevent a school bus accident? This is an important conversation to have with your child so that they can do their part too. Here are some things to talk about: Walk into the bus and out of the bus in a orderly manner Wait for the bus to come to a complete stop to either move within the bus or enter or exit the bus Keep the bus aisle clear of any objects Don’t distract the driver Don’t walk behind the school bus What should I do after a school bus accident? If your child is involved in a school bus accident can be devastating and stressful. If possible follow these easy steps to make your case stronger: Call 911 and seek medical attention Get any information you can from the driver(s) & Witnesses Take photographs of all the damages done and road conditions File a police report CALL ME! Let me help you get through the stress of holding someone else liable for your injuries and make it easier for you! Contact The Reyes Firm at 813-421-3411 We are here for you 24/7 and have the experience to protect your interests and get you the recovery you deserve. Call us today – and above all be safe on the roads!

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Accidentes de Remolques de Tractor

Edward Reyes, Esq / May 12, 2019

Accidentes de Remolques de Tractor ¿Qué es exactamente un remolque de tractor? Una combinación de remolques de un remolque y un tractor. Un tractor es una cabina donde un conductor se pone y tira de una carga. Un remolque es lo que sostiene la carga y es arrastrado por el tractor. ¿Cuáles son las principales causas de accidentes de camiones? Con la combinación del error del conductor y el error del conductor del camión, puede ocurrir un accidente fatal. Estos son los principales errores de los conductores de camiones: El conductor está bajo la influencia. El conductor está acelerando No revisaron los puntos ciegos. Están fatigados Cualificación inadecuada del conductor Falta de formación de conductores. Carga no asegurada. ¿Cuáles son las lesiones principales de un accidente de remolque de tractor? Lesiones traumáticas del cerebro Lesión de la médula espinal Pinchazos Lesión traumática Concusión La muerte de un ser querido ¿Cómo puedo disminuir las posibilidades de meterme en un accidente del trailer del tracktor? Hay varias cosas que puede hacer para tratar de disminuir las posibilidades de sufrir uno de estos accidentes fatales. Lo primero que hay que hacer es evitar el punto ciego de los remolques. Estos puntos ciegos son el lado del remolque, la parte trasera del remolque y la parte del remolque que está conectada a la carga. Trate de no hacer cambios bruscos en los carriles, asegúrese de usar su señal de giro. Y como siempre manténgase a una distancia segura del camión. Al menos a 4 segundos del tractor. ¿Qué debo hacer después de un accidente en un remolque de tractor? El momento justo después de un accidente puede ser estresante porque estás en shock, pero puede ser el momento más crucial. Si puede seguir estos pasos para fortalecer su caso: Llame al 911 y busque atención médica. Llame a la policía y presente un informe. Llevar la información del conductor incluido el seguro. Tomar fotos de cualquier daño que se haya hecho. Tomar fotos de las condiciones climáticas y condiciones del camino. Tomar información de los testigos y lo que vieron. ¡Llámame! ¿Cómo vas a probar mi caso? Miro cada caso de una manera única porque cada caso es diferente. Pero lo único que siempre hago para cada caso es a través de la investigación de su accidente. Estaré mirando a: Las credenciales del conductor. ¿El conductor siguió todas las leyes de tránsito? El área donde ocurrió el accidente. Revisar los informes policiales. Si está disponible, entrevistar a todos los testigos. ¿Quién puede ser responsable de mis lesiones? Los accidentes con remolques de tractor son más complicados que los accidentes de automóviles comunes. Estos son los que pueden ser considerados responsables: El conductor del remolque tractor. La empresa para la que trabaja el conductor. El fabricante de piezas. Un tercero ¿Cómo demostrarás mis daños? Puede pensar que esos documentos o fotografías pueden no fortalecer su caso, pero en realidad lo hacen aún más sólido. Puede ser obvio que la parte responsable causó su lesión, pero va a necesitar esas fotografías y documentos para que su caso sea aún más sólido. Algunos ejemplos que fortalecerán su caso son: Documentos medicos Cualquier imagen médica. Fotografías de la escena del accidente y sus heridas. Reporte policial Prueba de beneficios de perdida Cualquier recibo que muestre los gastos relacionados con su lesión. ¡Permítame ayudarlo a superar el estrés de responsabilizar a otra persona por sus lesiones y hacerlo más fácil para usted! Contacte a la Firma Reyes al 813-421-3411 Estamos aquí para usted 24/7 y tenemos la experiencia para proteger sus intereses y lograr la recuperación que merece. Llámanos hoy y, sobre todo, quédate seguro en las carreteras.

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Tractor Trailer Accidents

Edward Reyes, Esq / May 11, 2019

Tractor Trailer Accidents What exactly is a truck tractor trailer? A tractor trailers combination of a trailer and a tractor. A tractor is a cab where a driver sits and pulls a load. A trailer is what holds the cargo and gets pulled by the tractor and a truck. What are the top causes of trucking accidents? With the combination of driver error and truck driver error a fatal accident can occur. These are the top truck driver errors: Driver is under the influence Driver is speeding They did not check blind spots They are fatigued Inadequate driver qualification Lack of driver training Unsecured cargo What are the top injuries from a tractor trailer accident? Traumatic brain injuries Spinal cord injury Punctures Traumatic injury Concussion Death of a loved one How can I lessen the chances of getting into a tractor trailer accident? There are multiple things you can do to try to lessen the chances of getting into one of these fatal accidents. The number one thing to do is to avoid the trailers blind spot. These blind spots are the side of the trailer, the back side of the trailer, and the part of trailer that is connected to the cargo. Try not to make abrupt changes in lanes, make sure you use your turn signal. And as always keep a safe distance from the truck. At least 4 seconds away from the tractor trailer. What should I do after a tractor trailer accident? The time right after an accident can be stressful because you are in shock but it can be the most crucial moment. If you can follow these steps to make your case stronger: Call 911 and seek medical attention Call the police and file a report Take the driver’s information including insurance Take photos of any damages that have been done Take photos of the weather condition and road conditions Take witness’ information and what they saw Call me! How are you going to prove my case? I look at every case in its own unique way because every case is different. But the one thing I always do for every case is though investigation of your accident. I will be looking at: The driver’s credentials Did the driver follow all traffic law? The area where the accident happened Look over police reports If available, interview all witnesses Who can be held responsible for my injuries? Because tractor trailer accidents are more complicated than regular car accident multiple parties can be held liable. These are the ones who can be held accountable: The tractor trailer driver The company the driver works for The parts manufacturer A third party How will you prove my damages? You may think that those documents or photographs may not strengthen your case, but they actually make your case even stronger. It may be obvious that the liable party caused your injury but you are going to need those photographs and documents to make your case even stronger. Some examples that will make your case stronger is: Medical documents Any medical imaging Photographs of the accident scene and your injuries Police report Proof of loss benefits Any receipts that show any expenses related to your injury Let me help you get through the stress of holding someone else liable for your injuries and make it easier for you! Contact The Reyes Firm at 813-421-3411 We are here for you 24/7 and have the experience to protect your interests and get you the recovery you deserve. Call us today – and above all be safe on the roads!

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Seguridad Negligente

Edward Reyes, Esq / May 6, 2019

Seguridad Negligente Seguridad negligente cae bajo responsabilidad de locales. La seguridad negligente es cuando se convierte en víctima de un violento ataque ilícito mientras está en la propiedad de otra persona. La mayoría de las veces usted es un cliente en esta propiedad. El establecimiento comercial tiene el deber de asegurarse de que su propiedad se encuentre en las mejores condiciones de seguridad. ¿Cuáles son los tipos comunes de casos debido a negligencia en la seguridad? El daño físico no se limita a cargos criminales si el propietario no le impidió el ataque con medidas de seguridad razonables. Aquí están los tipos de casos más comunes: Violación o intento de agresión sexual Robos o asaltos armados Heridas de espectador durante una pelea en un bar ¿Mi lesión fue previsible? Forseeabilaty es algo que puede o posiblemente anticiparse. Como su abogado, buscaré una combinación de cosas diferentes, por ejemplo: Daño inminente Esto significa que el dueño de la propiedad sabía o debería haber sabido que el crimen en particular era inminente debido a que el mismo crimen ocurrió en el pasado en ese mismo lugar antes Incidentes previos Totalidad de circunstancias He leído sobre una prueba de equilibrio, ¿qué es eso? La prueba de equilibrio es lo que usaría para demostrar que el propietario fue responsable de tomar medidas de seguridad para mantenerlo a salvo. La prueba de equilibrio muestra la probabilidad de lesiones y posibles daños frente a la carga del propietario para prevenir las lesiones. ¿Cómo podrías recuperar mis daños? Recuperar daños bajo una reclamación de seguridad negligente es muy similar a la recuperación de daños bajo responsabilidad de premisa. Observaré qué tan responsable fue el dueño de la propiedad durante su lesión, por ejemplo: Condiciones peligrosas en la propiedad. El conocimiento de las condiciones peligrosas que tenía el propietario El hecho de no hacerse responsable de la condición de peligro del propietario La falla causó tu lesión ¿Qué daños puedo recuperar? Si la negligencia de otra persona le causó una lesión, puede reclamar daños compensatorios contra la parte responsable. Los daños compensatorios incluyen daños económicos y no económicos. La reclamación por daños económicos puede incluir gastos médicos, salarios perdidos, pérdida de ingresos futuros, modificaciones en el hogar y necesidades no médicas. Los daños no económicos incluyen dolor y sufrimiento, pérdida de consorcio, daño a la reputación, angustia emocional y pérdida de compañía. También puede ser capaz de recuperar daños punitivos. Los daños punitivos pueden ser recuperables si la parte responsable actuó por malicia o fraude. Estos pueden incluir que la parte responsable esté bajo la influencia mientras conduce, huye de la policía y/o conducción imprudente. ¿Cómo calculas mis daños? Aunque no puedo garantizar un cierto resultado, pero al tenerme como su abogado, le garantizaré el mejor resultado posible. Observaré estos factores para obtener el monto total de la compensación que se le debe: La cantidad gastada para su tratamiento pasado y futuro. El monto de sus ingresos que se perderá mientras se recupera ¿Cuánto afectará tu lesión a tu futuro? El efecto que tu lesión tendrá en tus relaciones con los demás. Coste de cualquier atención domiciliaria que vaya a necesitar. ¿Cómo demostrarás mis daños? Puede pensar que esos documentos o fotografías pueden no fortalecer su caso, pero en realidad lo hacen aún más sólido. Puede ser obvio que la parte responsable causó su lesión, pero va a necesitar esas fotografías y documentos para fortalecer aún más su caso. Algunos ejemplos que fortalecerán su caso son: Documentos medicos Cualquier imagen médico Fotografías de la escena del accidente y sus heridas Reporte policial Prueba de beneficios de perdida Cualquier recibo que muestre los gastos relacionados con su lesión ¡Déjame ayudarte a obtener toda la compensación que mereces porque no mereces nada menos! Contacte a la Firma Reyes al 813-421-3411 Estamos aquí para usted 24/7 y tenemos la experiencia para proteger sus intereses y lograr la recuperación que merece.

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Negligent Security

Edward Reyes, Esq / May 5, 2019

Negligent Security Negligent security falls under premises liability. Negligent security is where you become a victim of a violent illicit attack while being on someone else’s property. Most of the time you are a customer on this property. The commercial establishment has the duty to make sure their property is in the best safest condition. What are common types of cases due to negligenet security? Physical harm is not limited to criminal charges if the landowner failed to prevent the attack on you with reasonable security measures. Here are the most common types cases: Rape or attempted sexual assault Mugging or armed robbery Bystander injuries during a bar fight Was my injury forseeable? Forseeabilaty is something that can or possibly anticipated. As your attorney I will be looking at a combination of different things, for example: Imminent harm This means the property owner knew or should’ve known the particular crime was immininent due that same crime happening in the past in that same place before Previous incidents Totality of circumstances I’ve read about a balancing test, what is that? The balancing test is what I would use to show that the landowner was responsible in taking secufrity measures to keep you safe. The balance test shows the likelihood of th injury and possible harm versus the burden on the landowner to prevent the injuries. How would you be able to recover my damages? To recover damages under a negligent security claim is very similar to recovering damages under premise liablity. I will be looking at how responsible the property owner was during your injury, for example: Dangerous conditions on the property The knowledge of the dangerous condition(s) the owner had The failure to take responsibility of the danger condition of the owner The failure caused your injury What damages can I recover? If someone else’s negligence caused you to have an injury you can claim compensatory damages against the liable party. Compensatory damages include economic and non-economic damages. Economic damage claim can include medical expenses, lost wages, loss of future earnings, home modifications, and non-medical needs. Non- economic damages include pain and suffering, loss of consortium, damage to reputation, emotional distress, and loss of companionship. You may also be able to recover punitive damages. Punitive damages can be recoverable if the liable party acted malice or fraud. These may include the liable party being under the influence while driving, fleeing from the police, and/or reckless driving. How do you calculate my damages? Though I cannot guarantee a certain outcome, but by having me as your attorney I will guarantee the best possible outcome out there. I will be looking at these factors to get the total amount of compensation you are owed: The amount spent for your past and future treatment The amount of your income that will be lost while you’re recovering How much your injury will affect your future The affect your injury will have on your relationships with others They cost of any home care you are going to need How will you prove my damages? You may think that those documents or photographs may not strengthen your case, but they actually make your case even stronger. It may be obvious that the liable party caused your injury but you are going to need those photographs and documents to make your case even stronger. Some examples that will make your case stronger is: Medical documents Any medical imaging Photographs of the accident scene and your injuries Police report Proof of loss benefits Any receipts that show any expenses related to your injury Let me help you get all the compensation you deserve because you don’t deserve anything less! Contact The Reyes Firm at 813-421-3411 We are here for you 24/7 and have the experience to protect your interests and get you the recovery you deserve. Call us today – and above all be safe on the roads!

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