JONATHAN B. BLECHER, P.A. LEGAL BLOG
What is DWI or Driving While Intoxicated?
by Jonathan Blecher | March 12, 2015 | Uncategorized
DWI stands for Driving While Intoxicated or Driving While Impaired. In the state of Florida, the term “DUI” or Driving Under the Influence is the actual crime of drunk driving. Florida’s penalties for DWI are harsh and can have a negative impact on your future. It is important to ensure that you are fully defended […]
Blecher Awarded Client Distinction Award from Martindale-Hubbell®
by Jonathan Blecher | March 5, 2015 | Firm News
Being an effective attorney goes beyond courtroom skills. Effective and consistent client communication, responsiveness and providing value are just as important to clients. Based on independent client evaluations, Jonathan Blecher has been awarded a Client Distinction Award from Martindale-Hubbell®. Martindale-Hubbell® Client Review Ratings provide client feedback on a lawyer by asking clients to complete a […]
What is the Difference in Penalties Between a Regular DUI & a Commercial Driver’s License DUI?
by Jonathan Blecher | February 27, 2015 | Uncategorized
A conviction for drunk driving is serious anyway you look at it. Unfortunately for individuals with a commercial driver’s license (CDL), a DUI conviction can be infinitely more devastating. Hundreds of individuals are arrested for drunk driving in Florida each year and penalties are severe to deter offenders from committing the same crime twice. It […]
How a Reported Breath Test Result is Not Always Accurate
by Jonathan Blecher | February 19, 2015 | Uncategorized
While the science surrounding alcohol breath testing in the U.S. is generally accepted by courts, the research surrounding breathalyzer tests doesn’t tell a very convincing tale. According to one study, one out of every four individuals will have a tested blood alcohol concentration (BAC) higher than their actual BAC. Another study showed that breath test […]
Have You Been Charged With Causing an Injury by Drunk Driving?
by Jonathan Blecher | February 12, 2015 | Uncategorized
Being arrested and charged with driving under the influence alone is a serious offense. When personal injury is also involved, the penalties significantly increase. If you or a loved one have been arrested for DUI with injury, you need to hire a Miami Drunk Driving Lawyer as soon as possible. You can be charged with […]