Palm Beach Gardens, an ordinarily idyllic region, has received much notoriety in recent weeks regarding an ongoing investigation centered on prostitution and human trafficking in area day spas. Several days ago, this investigation resulted in the arrest of the...
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Could you be accused of domestic abuse for handling the money?
When you hear the words "domestic abuse," you probably envision someone physically, verbally or sexually assaulting someone he or she is supposed to care for and love. You are right in thinking that those are forms of domestic abuse, but other behaviors could fall...
Consult an attorney immediately if accused of domestic violence
Domestic violence is a serious crime, and no one deserves to be a victim. However, sometimes, people can find themselves accused of domestic violence – perhaps by an angry former partner who wants revenge for a breakup, for example – but those allegations...
Man contends Florida police didn’t have right to search car
A Miami man says police had no legal right to search his vehicle in May 2018 once they smelled the scent of marijuana. His side said now that marijuana is legal for a limited, but growing, number of Floridians, the smell of marijuana isn't a telltale sign of unlawful...
Parents have major role in keeping kids off drugs
As a parent, you want to make sure that your children avoid the worst of life's pitfalls. The thought of your child abusing drugs is unfathomable to you, but you are also realistic about the temptations kids face today. Parents can steer kids away from dabbling in...
Convicted of drunk driving in Florida? It’s a costly experience
You'd been looking forward to that reunion with college friends for weeks, and it didn't disappoint. It was a lot of fun, sharing stories over dinner and drinks. But don't sour those memories by getting in the car after having had too much to drink. If you're arrested...
Domestic violence allegations not uncommon in divorce
Divorce isn't easy, no matter what the circumstances. But what happens if the person you're divorcing walks into a Florida police station and accuses you of abuse, even if you know you just barely touched their arm as they walked by you? You could find yourself in a...
Fighting back against trespassing charges in Florida
Are you facing trespassing charges in Florida? If so, you could be facing penalties that can alter the course of your life. It is in your interests to protect yourself with a strong defense, but where should you start? The foundation of any strong defense is a...
A juror’s regrets, other events lead to questions about verdict
A juror in a notorious Florida triple murder case recently voted to convict a man of the crimes but days later called the Broward County judge who presided over the case to say he regretted his decision. Now, the convicted man's defense attorneys want to speak to the...
Could you wind up arrested for emotional abuse of your spouse?
No one should deny that domestic abuse is a significant problem here in Florida, as it is in the rest of the United States. Approximately 3 million cases of domestic abuse are reported annually -- but that is just the tip of the iceberg, as countless more incidents...