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Criminal law charges are not just for the ordinary citizen. Politicians and public figures are not exempt from the law. Such is the case with former North Miami Mayor, Lucie Tondreau.After a 12-day trial, a federal jury convicted Tondreau, a suspended mayor at the...
On November 19, 2014, a 67-year-old resident arrived to his Hollywood home to find three men burglarizing his house. Kevin O'Brien Lewis, 19, was arrested after the homeowner him identified as one of the three burglars. As it turns out, his fingerprints were also on a...
What constitutes a serious threat and what is protected by free speech under the law? This is the issue under consideration by the Supreme Court this week and the decision they make will influence the landscape of social media in the years to come.The case, Elonis vs....
The second time is not the charm for South Florida Polo mogul John Goodman. Goodman was sentenced today to 16 years in prison in a re-trial for a fatal accident 2010. He was charged with DUI manslaughter and vehicular homicide. Goodman was originally convicted last...
Because drinking and driving is so dangerous, the state of Florida looks harshly on driving under the influence. While all DUIs are foolish and irresponsible, people make mistakes. If you live in the state of Florida and have been convicted or charged with a DUI, do...
When you choose to walk down the aisle with the man or woman of your dreams, everything seems like it will be perfect forever. You are happily in love, full of energy, and anxious to start a new life together. While many marriages start and end with joy, one-half of...
For most people, the idea of getting a lawyer seems foreign or intimidating. But what if you really need one? Do you know how to go about it? Knowing when to hire a lawyer, when to walk away, and what to look for in a lawyer can save time and trouble in the...
Many people have heard of racketeering, embezzlement, and financial fraud and are likely aware that these terms refer to serious criminal charges pertaining to the illegal handling of money. This is generally where common knowledge ends, however. For those interested...
In Miami, there is a unique branch of the court which is completely designated to children who have been abused, neglected, or abandoned. It's the Dependency Division of the Juvenile Court, and its primary mission is to secure the safety and well-being of minors who...