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06/04/2025

🌊 Boating in Tampa Bay? Make sure you're protected before you set sail.

With miles of beautiful coastline, Tampa Bay is a boating paradise — but accidents on the water can have serious consequences. In his latest blog, Attorney TJ Grimaldi breaks down how to protect yourself on the water, from understanding boating laws to what to do if you're involved in a boating accident.

Don't let a day of fun turn into a legal nightmare. ⚖️

🔗 Read the full blog: https://mcintyrefirm.com/how-to-protect-yourself-on-boats-in-tampa-bay-waters

The Tampa Bay area is a beloved region partly due to its many waterways, bays, and Gulf shores. Tampa is surrounded by a lot of water — and a lot...

04/09/2025

What happens when the law can’t tell the difference between ma*****na and h**p? A recent drug trafficking conviction was overturned—and it raises some serious questions about how these cases are prosecuted.

Attorney TJ Grimaldi breaks it all down in his latest blog: the science, the legal standards, and what this case could mean for future prosecutions.

👉 Read the full story here: https://mcintyrefirm.com/drug-trafficking-conviction-overturned-after-court-says-they-couldnt-tell-if-substance-was-pot-or-h**p/

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A man was arrested at the Tampa airport with what authorities believed to be 25 bags of illegal ma*****na. He was charged and convicted of drug trafficking. Now, a judge...

04/02/2025

A tragic reminder of the dangers of impaired driving—just hours after being released from jail for DUI, a man in Pinellas County was involved in another DUI crash that took the life of a young woman.

In his latest blog, attorney TJ Grimaldi breaks down the legal implications and questions surrounding this heartbreaking case.

Read more here https://mcintyrefirm.com/hours-after-release-from-a-pinellas-jail-for-dui-man-kills-woman-in-another-dui/

What charges does a Florida man face for killing a woman while driving under the influence just hours after being released from jail?

03/27/2025

💥 $50 Million Awarded in Starbucks Burn Case 💥

A jury recently awarded $50 million to a man severely burned by a spilled cup of Starbucks tea. It’s one of the largest personal injury verdicts we’ve seen this year — but what does it mean for future cases?

In his latest blog, attorney TJ Grimaldi breaks down what happened, the legal arguments, and what this kind of verdict signals for injury victims and businesses alike.

Read more from TJ on the McIntyre Thanasides blog ⬇️
👉 https://mcintyrefirm.com/man-burned-by-spilled-starbucks-tea-awarded-50-million-in-personal-injury-lawsuit/

A spilled drink leads to a mess, but in one case, a spilled hot tea led to a $50 million lawsuit. Why was Starbucks ordered to pay millions to a...

03/21/2025

🚨 DUI Manslaughter Charge After Golf Cart Incident 🚨

A tragic case out of The Villages has captured attention statewide — a woman died after falling from a moving golf cart, and the driver is now facing DUI manslaughter charges.

In his latest blog, criminal defense attorney TJ Grimaldi breaks down the case, the possible penalties, and why DUIs involving golf carts are treated just as seriously under Florida law.

Read the full post 👉 https://mcintyrefirm.com/golf-cart-driver-charged-with-dui-manslaughter-after-woman-falls-out-and-dies/

Taking a ride on a golf cart doesn’t seem like it could lead to a life-changing moment. But, for two individuals in Florida, one ride changed their lives forever. One...

03/12/2025

🚨 What Should You Do If You Get Pulled Over by the Police? 🚨

Getting pulled over can be stressful, but knowing your rights and how to handle the situation can make all the difference. In his latest blog, attorney TJ Grimaldi breaks down the dos and don’ts when dealing with a traffic stop, including:

✅ How to remain calm and cooperative
✅ What to say (and what not to say)
✅ When you should (and shouldn’t) comply with searches
✅ What to do if you believe your rights were violated

Stay informed and protect yourself by reading the full blog here 👉 https://mcintyrefirm.com/what-to-do-if-you-get-pulled-over-by-the-police/

03/05/2025

🚨 BREAKING: Bucs’ Rachaad White Retains Legal Team Amid Extortion Investigation 🚨

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Rachaad White has retained attorneys TJ Grimaldi and Michelle Gervais to represent him as law enforcement investigates extortion attempts against him.

What’s next in the legal process? Read the latest insights here: 🔗 https://mcintyrefirm.com/law-enforcement-is-investigating-extortion-attempts-on-tampa-bay-buccaneer-player-rachaad-white/

On February 25, 2025, Tampa Bay Buccaneer player Rachaad White announced that he is involved in an illegal extortion attempt that is now being investigated by law enforcement. White retained...

02/26/2025

🚨 Teens Charged as Adults in Davis Island Park Attack 🚨

Florida law allows minors to be charged as adults in serious cases, but how does that process work? Criminal defense attorney TJ Grimaldi shares his insights on the legal implications of a recent case where several teens face attempted murder charges after a violent attack in Davis Island Park.

Read his perspective on the case and how Florida law applies: 🔗 Read More https://mcintyrefirm.com/teens-charged-as-adults-for-attempted-murder-in-davis-island-park-attack/

A gathering at the Davis Island Dog Park turned into an evening that would change lives forever after a group of teens violently attacked another teenager. Now, at least six...

02/21/2025

Attorney TJ Grimaldi weighs in on the recent Davis Islands attack, discussing a legal perspective on the case. Watch his full interview on .



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A social media message, shared anonymously with FOX 13 on Wednesday, sheds some light on what preceded an attack by a group of teenagers at a Tampa dog park that left another teen unconscious.

02/20/2025

🔎 Almost 30 Years Later: Will Tupac Shakur’s Murder Trial Finally Begin?

It’s been nearly three decades since Tupac Shakur’s tragic death, and now, a long-awaited trial may finally take place. In his latest blog, attorney TJ Grimaldi breaks down the latest developments, the case against Duane "Keffe D" Davis, and what this could mean for one of hip-hop’s most infamous unsolved murders.

Read more: https://mcintyrefirm.com/almost-30-years-after-his-death-will-tupac-shakurs-murder-trial-finally-start/

Almost three decades ago, famed rap sensation, Tupac Shakur was shot on the Las Vegas strip. A week later, he died from his injuries. Now, close to thirty years later,...

02/18/2025

🚨 Florida’s Personal Injury Laws Have Changed – Here’s What You Need to Know! 🚨

If you've been injured due to someone else's negligence, recent changes in Florida’s personal injury laws could impact your case. 🏛️💼

In his latest blog, attorney TJ Grimaldi of McIntyre Thanasides breaks down what’s different, how it affects your rights, and what you need to do to protect yourself.

Don’t wait until it’s too late—stay informed and be prepared. ⚖️

📖 Read more: https://mcintyrefirm.com/personal-injury-law-has-changed-heres-what-you-need-to-know/

02/17/2025

Tampa Man Found Not Guilty in Dog Park Shooting A jury has found the defendant not guilty in a tragic dog park shooting, clearing his name after a hard-fought legal battle.

Read the full breakdown of the case and verdict here: Tampa Man Found Not Guilty in Deadly Dog Park Shooting https://mcintyrefirm.com/tampa-man-found-not-guilty-by-jury-in-deadly-dog-park-shooting/

A little over a year ago, two men got into an altercation at a Tampa dog park. One man was shot and left dead. The other man was recently granted...