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About Brent Probinsky

I grew up in Miami, Florida and enjoyed its rich multi-cultural community. As a student, I traveled to Latin America and learned Spanish in Mexico and Portuguese in Brazil. I have always enjoyed working with young people and have been a Big Brother, a mentor for high school kids. I give scholarships to students in developing countries. I enjoy reading, swimming, sailing and spending time with family.

Are Bike Lanes Safe for Bikers?

Here in South Florida, we love being outside and enjoying the sunshine. Like many other regions around the United States with warm climates, a lot of people choose to leave their car at home and ride their bikes around town. While bike lanes are becoming more prevalent in many places, traffic is also increasing, which [...]

Pepper Spray Laws in Florida

With so many people walking in unfamiliar areas with pockets of cash, the criminal element often finds our state irresistible. While it is rare, if you are assaulted in Florida, you have the right to defend yourself. In this article, we discuss the legality of pepper spray. 

What is Tort Law?

Tort law protects and compensates individuals who have been harmed by an act of negligence, recklessness, or intentional wrongdoing.

Filing a Claim for Emotional Distress

Emotional distress, also called "mental anguish," is a primarily psychological injury that may be asserted in civil lawsuits. Legally, emotional distress is a state of mental suffering resulting from an incident caused by someone else's negligence or intentional acts. Recovering damages for emotional distress can be challenging.