It’s tax season and the filing deadline is creeping closer. Tax fraud occurs when someone willfully and intentionally falsifies information on a tax return to limit the amount of taxes they are expected to pay. Consider it like cheating on an exam – except it’s your...
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What are the Consequences of Negligent Homicide in Florida?
Life-changing accidents can happen at the blink of an eye. Sometimes these incidents are terrible tragedies that involve the death of a person involuntarily. Accidents like this can occur due to an auto accident, boat accident, or even the unintentional shooting of a...
Falsifying Personal Information In Florida Can Lead To Serious Trouble
Growing up we're often told lying is bad, but that doesn't always stop us from telling a lie here or there. On occasion, a simple white lie seems like it might do no harm, but when it comes to the law and those enforcing it - a small lie can lead to big trouble....
Two Florida Women Impersonate Senior Citizens For Vaccinations
It’s been almost a year since the world was turned upside down due to COVID-19, so it’s understandable that people are going stir crazy and are ready for the vaccine. While news reports suggest the vaccine will be available to everyone by the end of the summer, two...
8 Legal Terms You Should Know, Even If You’re Not an Attorney
Going through any type of legal process can be stressful, especially when you aren’t able to understand the conversations happening around you in and out of the courtroom. Lucky for you, your criminal defense attorney will have the answers to everything you need to...
What’s The Difference Between A State Crime and A Federal Crime?
Illegal acts come in a variety of different situations and severities. Crimes can range from murder to theft, drug use, rape, assault, or forgery to name a few. Depending on where the crime takes place and the type of crime it is, you could be charged by the state (in...
4 Common Defenses Criminal Defense Attorneys Use in Florida
When someone is charged for a crime, there are two things that must be proven in order for the charges to stick. These two factors are proof that a crime was committed and that you are the one who committed the crime. When being represented by a skilled criminal...
4 Charges You May Face After a Bar Fight
You’re at a bar and the big game is on. If you’re a passionate fan and doing some drinking, the chances of you or someone around you getting a little too rowdy grows with each inning, quarter, or period. Bar fights tend to happen unexpectedly as tensions rise between...
How to File an Appeal in Florida
The legal system is made to bring justice to those who are wrong, but on often times a decision is made that can be harmful to those who aren’t guilty of certain actions that they are being charged with. In such instances, cases and their outcomes may be appealed....
What is Cyberstalking in Florida?
With much of our lives taking place virtually and via smart devices, it’s no shock that cyberstalking is on the rise. Even though there may not be any direct contact involved in this type of stalking, it is still considered a crime and can be prosecuted in a very...