Tag: Law

Legal Blogs for Lawyers

06/23/2010 Legal Blogs for Lawyers earn the advantages: While many law firms have no qualms sitting in their prestigious corner office, communicating with clients through their paralegals, some lawyers to have a more personal approach. If you are looking to be a more approachable lawyer, the good news is, prospective clients are looking for you […]

Florida emergency rooms/medical malpractice-enter at your own risk!

Florida Justice Association (FJA) reports that Floridians’ safety at increased risk in hospital emergency rooms if proposed legislation becomes law. Nearly six million people in Florida were treated in emergency rooms last year. Nationally, more than 225,000 people die every year as a result of medical malpractice, with half of those deaths occurring due to […]

Transportation Department proposes texting ban for commercial truck and buses

Legal news for government attorneys. A ban has been proposed to prohibit text messaging while driving interstate commercial trucks and buses. The Transportation Department proposed a new law banning commercial trucks and buses from text messaging while driving. Washington, D.C.—On Wednesday, March 31, 2010, the U.S. Transportation Department made strides in establishing a permanent ban […]

Texas law limiting legal and medical contact overturned, called unconstitutional

Legal news for Texas government attorneys. A federal judge overturned a law, which was called unconstitutional. A federal judge overturned a law that barred medical professionals and lawyers from contacting victims during a period of time following arrests or accidents. Austin, TX—A Texas law barring medical professionals and lawyers from contacting accident victims within a […]

Anti-smoking efforts marks its presence in state legislation

Legal News for Florida Social Responsibility Attorneys. More states are establishing laws, which protect children from exposure to second-hand smoke. Florida social responsibility lawyer alerts- Several states have passed laws to protect children from second-hand smoke exposure. West Palm Beach, FL—Newly implemented laws, which protect children from the harmful effects of second-hand smoke, are seemingly […]