The idea of being independent is a powerful cultural force in the United States. Most adults don't like to ask for help, especially if they have to pay for it. People like to try to solve their own problems as frequently as possible. Still, there are certain...
If you’re stopped and accused of a DUI, it’s important for you to take steps to defend against that allegation. Florida has harsh DUI laws, so a conviction could lead to the loss of your driving privileges as well as other repercussions. Did you know that you are...
You may have been arrested following a traffic stop, called in to speak with the police as a part of an ongoing investigation or be under scrutiny for other reasons, but if you are at risk of being charged or have been charged already, it’s time to work with a...
Theft occurs in all kinds of ways. Shoplifting, burglary, embezzlement and armed robbery are all different kinds of theft. While the circumstances of theft crimes vary from case to case, what unifies them is that they are crimes intended to deprive someone of their...
Minors who get in trouble with the law will face juvenile charges in most cases. These criminal offenses that they are accused of could be anything from drug crimes to assault and battery, but they all require a strong defense. In Florida, prosecutors don’t go easy on...
In Florida, bribery constitutes giving, offering, taking or promising something of value with the unlawful intention of corruption in exchange for a favor or a service. It is in the category of white-collar crimes. Moreover, the bribe can be money, gifts, property or...
When Florida residents are facing grand theft charges, they're dealing with a serious matter. Theft is the act of taking an individual's property, services or money without their permission or consent. What many people don't realize is that, depending on the type of...
College students are inexperienced at navigating the world on their own. Now that they're out of the house, they may take that newfound freedom and run with it. When a student inevitably makes a mistake that can affect them legally, the repercussions could cascade...
A person commits theft when he or she knowingly acquires or uses the property of someone else to benefit from it. Theft involves crimes such as shoplifting, burglary and robbery. In Florida, penalties for theft include probation, prison time and fines. The court...
Unexpectedly losing a job can be an emotionally as well as financially devastating experience, particularly when an individual has a family to support. In Florida, employees who suddenly find themselves out of work may be eligible for weekly government assistance if...
