Author Archives: Mark Sessums
Home for the Holidays: Celebrating as a Blended Family
COVID-19 has upended many traditions for families around the world this year, and Thanksgiving will be no exception for many of us throughout the area. For some families though these changes are made even more difficult though with the complication of family changes. Divorce, remarriage, new custody arrangements, and more can cause added stress in the midst […]
Halloween 2020: Tricks for (Safely) Trick-or-Treating
Much like everything else surrounding 2020, Halloween celebrations will look very different than they have in the years past. Large Halloween bashes or community festivals with costume contests, bobbing for apples, and candy galore are traded for masks (not the fun kind), hand sanitizer and social distancing. However, the ongoing COVID-19 concerns don’t have to completely take […]
Sharing the Road with Semi-Trucks: Be Responsible for Your Own Safety
Life’s pace is picking up again as we slowly reopen following the COVID shutdown. As employees are trickling back into the office now that Phase 3 in Florida has begun, the highways are once again bustling with morning and evening commuters. Guess who else is back on the roads doing business? Commercial trucks and cargo […]
Be Picky About What You Post: How Online Activity Could Hurt You in Court
In our technology-driven society, social media has become a way of life. Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Snapchat, and more is an outlet for sharing information, connecting with a wide variety of people, and staying current on news and events, especially since COVID-19 came on the scene. Much of our lives have and continue to revolve around our phones, tablets, and computers. […]
Only in Florida: Common Accidents and How to Handle Them
Florida has many characteristics that set it apart and appeal to the masses. Living up to its nickname, “The Sunshine State,” the year-round warm climate, abundant sunshine, and beautiful landscape bring in plenty of tourists each year. When coming to Florida though, it’s important to be prepared! Florida has its own unique set of challenges on our […]
What’s Happening at Sessums Law Group? – Summer 2020 Issue
Now Offering Mediation Services! We are proud to launch Sessums Law Group, P.A. Family Law Mediation Services! In addition to our divorce and other family law legal services, Sessums Law Group offers confidential family mediation services providing parties with an alternative process to resolve their disputes. Sessums Law Group attorneys Lauren Jensen and Heidi Boulos are both Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Mediators and have experience in private mediation. SLG provides private, separate conference rooms or offices that incorporate calming elements to help create a collaborative environment. Their goal is to provide the best opportunity to work out a favorable agreement for our clients. Ms. Jensen and Ms. Boulos provide mediation service for […]
Celebrating 4th of July at Home: Always Be Prepared for the Unexpected
We’ve almost made it to Independence Day, and we’re sure your celebrations will include plenty of good food, time with family and (maybe) a few close friends, and probably some at-home fireworks. With COVID-19 continuing to plague cities across the U.S., many 4th of July celebrations have been canceled, leaving people to plan their own […]
Due to COVID-19, Some Police Departments Not Responding to Minor Auto Accident Calls
Police officers and other first responders face increased risks due to the COVID-19 pandemic that has changed nearly every facet of our lives. As stay at home orders in many states and cities require non-essential businesses to shut down or cut back on hours in operation, measures are also being taken to protect law enforcement […]
Sessums Named to Super Lawyers List for 15th Consecutive Year
Mark A. Sessums of Sessums Law Group has been named to the 2020 Super Lawyers List for 15th consecutive year. The Super Lawyers Listing is an objective service that rates attorneys in Florida based on 12 criteria of peer recognition and professional achievement. It is a research-driven, statewide evaluation process to be nominated and selected […]