Author: Jim Magazine

James (Jim) Magazine is a Florida Board Certified Civil Trial lawyer who has spent his career helping injured victims. Jim is licensed to practice law in the State of Florida since 1990 and is also admitted to practice at the Appellate level and admitted to the United States Supreme Court.

Staying Safe on Black Friday: In-Store, Online, and Legal Responsibilities

1Dec
You’ll get a quick, practical overview of how to shop safely and avoid common Black Friday risks. The guide highlights essential ways to stay safe, including smart in-store strategies, secure parking and travel practices, online protection tips, and advice for spotting misleading deals. It gives you the big picture of how to shop confidently and […]
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Holiday Legal Cases: Criminal Assault, Parade Injuries, and Copyright Infringement

1Dec
You’ll get a quick look at surprising Thanksgiving-related legal cases—from family disputes that turned criminal, to parade accidents that shaped safety rules, to a major copyright fight over a holiday product. It gives you a sense of how holiday moments can lead to real legal consequences, without bogging you down in all the details. Criminal […]
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Keep the Holiday Happy: Thanksgiving Safety Tips You’ll Actually Use

1Dec
This guide offers simple, practical reminders to help you avoid common holiday mishaps. It walks you through safer cooking habits, smart food prep, and ways to make your home and travel plans safer. You’ll also find quick tips to keep guests, kids, and pets protected so your holiday stays calm and enjoyable. 🍽️ Kitchen & […]
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Clearwater, FL — NHTSA: More than 250,000 Honda Accord Hybrid Vehicles Recalled for Crash-Risk Defect

1Dec
Clearwater, FL (November 18th, 2025) – The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued a major safety recall impacting over a quarter of a million Honda Accord Hybrid vehicles due to a software defect that can cause a sudden, catastrophic loss of drive power. For drivers on major thoroughfares in Florida and across the nation, this is not a simple inconvenience; it is a deadly threat engineered into the vehicle.
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Clearwater, FL — Tampa Ranked Worst City for Holiday Traffic: What Clearwater Drivers Need to Know

1Dec
Clearwater, FL (November 19th, 2025) – Tampa has been ranked the worst city in the U.S. for holiday traffic, according to a recent Consumer Affairs report, and Clearwater drivers are directly in the danger zone. The study found that Tampa experiences a 36% increase in congestion during the holiday season, approximately 21 fatal crashes per 1 million people, and an average of 4 hours and 24 minutes of daily congestion during the holidays.
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Clearwater, FL — Florida U-Turn Crashes Create Clear Liability for Injured Victims

1Dec
Clearwater, FL (November 14th, 2025) – A fatal U-turn accident on US 19 recently claimed the life of a 27-year-old motorcyclist when an 85-year-old driver ignored a red traffic signal and turned directly into oncoming traffic. The collision at Beach Boulevard in Hudson represents a pattern seen across Florida. U-turn accidents consistently produce catastrophic injuries and deaths, while often establishing clear legal fault against the turning driver.
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