Think all personal injury lawyers are ambulance chasers? Think getting hurt means automatic payday? Think again. Christina Previte, Esq. sits down with Jennifer Netska Esq. a straight-shooting Personal Injury attorney who's been fighting insurance companies for almost 10 years in both New York and Florida.

What You'll Learn:

• Why that "harmless" DocuSign for $2K could destroy your $50K case
• The one thing you should NEVER say at an accident scene (even if you're Canadian-level polite)
• Why your Uber ride in Florida offers zero protection when someone T-bones you
• The hospital bill that'll eat your entire settlement... before you see a dime
• How to take accident photos that actually win cases (spoiler: it's not just pointing and clicking)

Jennifer's "Don't Be an Idiot" Safety List:

• Skip the trampoline parks (seriously, they're lawsuit factories)
• Buckle up in that Uber backseat
• Get uninsured motorist coverage or pay the price later
• Document everything BEFORE your adrenaline wears off

Red Flags That Scream "Bad Attorney":

• They called you first
• They promise the moon without seeing your medical records
• They take cases where you stubbed your toe on a sidewalk crack

This isn't legal advice, it's survival advice. Because the only thing worse than getting hurt is getting hurt AND going broke because you didn't know the rules.

Connect with Jennifer:

• Website: netskalaw.com
• Instagram: @attorneynetska
• Practice Areas: Personal Injury (NY & FL)

This week on the podcast, I chat with criminal defense attorney Kristen Jackwin about what REALLY happens when you're facing criminal charges (spoiler: it's nothing like Law & Order).

In this no-BS conversation, we dive into:

• Why "if you have nothing to hide, just talk to the police" is terrible advice that could land you in jail
• The truth about how criminal defense attorneys handle guilty clients (it's about your constitutional rights, not technicalities)
• Why cursing at cops is the fastest way to get arrested (even when it's not illegal)
• What to do if you're pulled over or approached by police (hint: keep your cool and be crystal clear about your movements)
• How internal affairs investigations of police misconduct ACTUALLY work (70 pages of complaints with ZERO consequences? Yikes!)
• Why public defenders get a bad rap as "public pretenders" and when you should shell out for a private attorney

Kristen shares advice from her 10 years defending everyone from CEOs to 85-year-old ladies, revealing why most of her clients aren't the stereotypical criminals you see on TV but regular professionals who made poor choices.

Visit wolfesquires.com for more straight-talking legal advice or DM us to book a free consultation. Remember: freedom is priceless, but a good attorney is worth every penny.

Visit jackwinlegal.com To learn more about our wonderful guest and reach out if you need help!

Conversation with Michelle Suarez, The Florida Entrepreneur Lawyer

About Michelle Suarez

• Founder of "The Anti-Stuffy Business Law Firm" (slogan since 2017)
• Specializes in representing entrepreneurs and business owners
• Focuses on being approachable and down-to-earth compared to traditional "stuffy" law firms
• Located in downtown Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Key Business Legal Services

• Entity formation (LLC vs. corporation)
• Outside general counsel services
• Corporate restructuring
• Franchising guidance
• Private equity and securities compliance
• Contract review
• Intellectual property protection
• Commercial real estate and investment structuring

Essential Business Protection Tips

• Starting Out: Have a competent business lawyer, insurance broker who knows your industry, and tax consultant
• Entity Structure: In Florida, single-member LLCs have potential liability issues (charging order remedy)
• For Bootstrapped Startups: Utilize SCORE (free entrepreneurship organization), educational content, and local workshops
• As You Grow (500K+ revenue): Reinvest in proper legal protection and planning

Franchising Insights

• Represents both franchisors and franchisees
• Warning: Don't franchise too early - it requires significant capital and regulatory compliance
• Trademark protection is essential before considering franchising
• Successful franchises provide strong support to franchisees (like McDonald's model)
• Advice: Talk to existing franchisees before buying and look for brands with strong management communication

Private Equity & Securities Compliance

• Taking investment money from non-family members has significant legal implications
• Securities laws apply at both federal and state levels
• Recommendation: Structure investments as loans with proper promissory notes when possible
• "Silent investors" can lead to major legal complications

AI and Intellectual Property Concerns

• Don't upload proprietary information or trade secrets to public AI platforms like ChatGPT
• Copyright registration for AI-generated content remains in flux legally
• Register copyrights within 90 days of publication to maximize protection

Business Growth Philosophy

• Focus on what you love doing and outsource what you hate
• Consider hiring help earlier than you think you can afford it
• The mindset of resilience is essential for entrepreneurial success (reference to "Mindset" by Carol Dweck)
• True entrepreneurship means being willing to take risks and solve problems continuously

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Learn more about Michelle Suarez at: floridaentrepreneurlaw.com