Arrests After All-Star Weekend in Orlando

With a nearly endless summer and roads like the coastal A1A, I-75 and I-95, and Daytona’s Bike Week. motorcyclists and bicycle riders alike can’t resist going out on clear and sunny days. Florida has some great roads for riding, in town and on long stretches of roads, and motorcycles are very popular here. But in …

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Millions of trucks share the roadways with cars throughout the United States. Unfortunately, large freighters full of cargo can be dangerous and cause devastating accidents that leave many people injured. In a worst-case scenario, collisions involving trucks can cause massive pile-ups on roadways, hurting and even killing other motorists. Safe Driving Around Commercial Trucks Commercial …

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Florida is a perilous place for pedestrians. There is a severe lack of crosswalks, sidewalks, and bike lanes, which makes for a dangerous situation for anyone trying to go somewhere without a car. According to a report by the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA), Florida is the second-worst state for pedestrians regarding fatalities. During the …

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In August of 2018, an investigation by a grand jury in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania found that local church officials helped a former priest obtain a new job at Disney World despite having at least one allegation of child sexual abuse. Edward Ganster left the church in 1990 and moved to Orlando, Florida, where he went on …

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It’s no secret that plenty of large companies across different industries engage in fraudulent acts that are illegal on both the federal and state level. Healthcare fraud is one of the costliest crimes for the government, so in the past few years, they have started to crack down on medical schemes. In a country where …

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On Thursday, August 16, 2018, police arrested a passenger behaving in an unruly manner at Orlando International Airport. Bystanders filmed the entire incident, with video proof hitting the internet immediately. According to the Orlando Police Department’s arrest affidavit, the man, a 59-year-old doctor named Jeffrey Epstein, was charged with trespassing after a warning, disorderly conduct, …

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Car accidents can happen in the blink of an eye and typically result in severe injury and damage. The Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles Department reports that over 395,000 car accidents happen in Florida each year. With the high prevalence of car accidents, it’s essential to know the ins and outs of personal injury …

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A drug trafficking charge is a grave matter for any individual. Being accused of trafficking drugs can result in a minimum of three years in prison, followed by probation and hefty fines. Besides, having a felony charge on a personal record often impacts the ability to secure jobs in the future. Anyone in this situation …

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Florida has the privilege of being one of the few states that can boast beautiful weather all year round. The ideal climate allows families the chance to visit their favorite theme parks virtually any time they want. While amusement parks are undoubtedly fun for the whole family, it’s important to recognize that accidents can still …

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Driving under the influence is a criminal act in the United States. Throughout the country, the legal limit for blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is 0.08. If an individual fails a breathalyzer exam given by an officer during a stop, they will be arrested and charged with a DUI. However, a person getting pulled over with …

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