Lakeland Church Youth Worker Charged With Sexual Abuse

Michael Winborn arrested in Lakeland for lewd molestation of minor girls under age of 12. Winborn met the girls through his contacts with Church of Christ in Lakeland, Polk County. Winborn touched the girls under their clothes. Orlando attorney Kim Cullen has experience handling child sexual abuse cases. Call Kim at 407-254-4901 for more information.

Former Palm Bay Scout Leader Arrested On Child Pornography Charges

Local media outlets are reporting today that Adam Brigham, a former Palm Bay Boy Scout troop leader, was arrested on federal child pornography charges.  If convicted, Mr. Brigham faces 120 years in prison.

Apparently, law enforcement attention became focused on Mr. Brigham late last year when a New Hampshire police officer posing as a 14-year old boy on the Internet received requests from Mr. Brigham on MySpace for sexually explicit photographs.  Apparently, Mr. Brigham made several requests from different boys -- all, in reality, police officers.

New Hampshire authorities eventually began working in cooperation with local Florida law enforcement.  A search warrant was executed upon Mr. Brigham's residence early this year, but the results of that search were not reported by local media.  Apparently, the Brevard scouting organization cut ties with Mr. Brigham after the search warrant was executed.  A Brevard County sheriff's deputy involved in the investigation indicated that Mr. Brigham had a history of being involved in activities across Brevard County where teenagers would be involved like sporting events and road races.

 I would be very, very surprised if Mr. Brigham's activities with teens were limited to requesting photographs on the Internet.  His profile -- and especially his involvement in youth organizations and activities when he had no children of his own involved -- is unfortunately consistent with almost every child sexual abuse case we've handled.  Here is one example of a case we handled, and a child we were able to help get the counseling and follow-up care she needed after the abuse.  More information is here.  I would estimate that interviews with the parents and children involved in Mr. Brigham's scouting group would yield more incriminating information.  It will be interesting to see how this case develops.

Orlando Catholic Dioceses Settles Stalking Priest Lawsuit

The Orlando Catholic Diocese settled a civil lawsuit involving a priest who plead guilty to attacking and battering a female parishioner in Lakeland. The Orlando Diocese apparently did not know that there were concerns about Father Walter Fisher at his prior placement in New Jersey. Attorney Kim Cullen handles cases involving negligent background checks and negligent supervision in sexual assault cases. Call Kim at 407-254-4901.

Sexual Predators Continue to Strike Across Central Florida

Sexual abuse cases continue to be a problem across Central Florida. These cases normally involve negligent supervision or an inadequate background check at a church daycare, school, or mentoring setting. Attorney Kim Cullen has experience handling these important claims. Call Kim at 407-254-4901.

Sexual Abuse Allegations Lead to Shut Down of Green Isle Ranch

Green Isle Ranch, a children's home in Lake County, Florida, has finally been shut down by its parent organization, Bridges of America. Allegations of sexual abuse and negligent supervision stemming from incidents last year involving six children, were apparently too much for the facility to weather. Attorney Kim Cullen is available to answer your questions about child sexual abuse cases. Call Kim at 407-254-4901.

Osceola Teacher Sexually Abuses High School Student

An Osceola County high school teacher sexually abused a 16-year old student at the school where she was a teachers aide. It is too early to know if the school performed any kind of background check, or was negligent in supervising the offending teacher, particularly since there are allegations that the teacher had a previous sexual relationship at an Osceola County school. Attorney Kim Cullen has experience handling cases of sexual abuse in a school setting. Call Kim at 407-254-4901.

YMCA Deserves Credit For Admitting Responsibility For Sexual Abuse Incident

Sexual abuse cases against children often feature defendants that immediately engage in denial or cover-up. The Tangelo Park YMCA deserves credit for admitting responsibility for the sexual abuse of a 7-year old by a 13-year old volunteer. The Law Offices of Kim Cullen has experience handling sexual abuse cases involving minors.

Sexual Abuse In Clermont Facility For At-Risk Teens Didn't Have To Happen

Sexual abuse of a child is often a tragedy that can be avoided. Facilities that care for troubled teens need to supervise children in their care, and particularly when the children are at-risk or the victims of past abuse. Attorney Kim Cullen can help families of children who have been sexually abused.

Industries Continue Propaganda Campaign Against Justice System

Insurance fraud is a disgrace and criminals should be published. However, stories planted in the media about staged accidents should be seen as the propaganda campaign that they are. Consumers should know that there are legitimate slip-and-fall claims where the injury victims deserve justice. Orlando slip-and-fall attorney Kim Cullens helps accident victims. Call Kim at 407-254-4901.

New Study Confirms Link Between Brain Injury and Depression

New study confirms link between traumatic brain injury and clinical depression. Brain injured accident victims are eight times more likely to suffer depression than general population. Orlando brain injury attorney Kim Cullen has helped accident victims suffering with traumatic brain injuries. Call Kim at 407-254-4901.

Pill Mill Pain Clinics Spreading Potential Trouble Across Florida

Controversial pain clinics are opening all over South Florida dispensing oxycodone without much regulation. Pain clinics are contributing to increasing wrongful deaths by overdose -- all with a prescription. Orlando injury attorney Kim Cullen thinks prescription drug overdoses can be controlled and stopped. Call Kim at 407-254-4901.

Learn The Worst Mistake Anyone Can Make In a Personal Injury Case

Dishonesty is the worst mistake an injury victim can make in a personal injury case. Credibility is the most important aspect of any insurance claim. Lying about any aspect of the case creates doubt in every aspect of a case. Orlando personal injury lawyer Kim Cullen has no patience for liars and provides a cautionary tale to all claimants who think dishonesty will benefit them. Call Kim at 407-254-4901 with questions.

Overdose Deaths Increasingly Linked to Physicians

Wrongful deaths from overdoses are increasingly being linked to physicians. More stories are coming to light involving physicians and hospital employees prescribing strong medication like Percocet and Oxycodone to people who aren't sick or in large amounts. If you have concerns that a friend or loved one has overdosed on prescription drugs, call Attorney Kim Cullen with questions at 407-254-4901.

Social Media Could Trip Up Your Personal Injury Claim

Personal injury accident victims need to be aware that insurance companies are searching social media websites trying to get information that will damage injury claims. This information comes in the form of video, photographs or images, or texts through tweets or status updates. Attorney Kim Cullen provides useful information to accident injury victims.

Shard Of Glass In Your Salad? 'Get Over It'

Foreign objects in food such as glass, bones, insects, and shells can cause serious personal injuries. Unfortunately, many representatives of restaurants seem to think that the restaurants do not need to accept responsibility for these kinds of hazards. Attorney Kim Cullen can help people who have been injured by foreign objects in their food.