When a Real Estate Deal Becomes a Federal Case The South Florida real estate market is famous for its energy, creativity, and complexity, but it has also long been a focus for federal law enforcement. In recent years, prosecutors in the Southern District of Florida have treated mortgage fraud as a top-tier white-collar priority, often investigating cases […]
Year: 2025
Why Skilled Defense Lawyers Fight for Clear, Accurate, and Fair Jury Guidance In a criminal trial, few moments are more important than when the judge reads the jury instructions. For most jurors, those words are the law and the framework they must follow when deciding guilt or innocence. In highly fact-driven cases like sex crimes, […]
This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Complex business disputes don’t always stay civil. In Florida and across the country, what begins as a contract disagreement or shareholder lawsuit can suddenly become a criminal investigation. A former partner accuses the CEO of “stealing” funds, a vendor claims an “intentional […]
Understanding a Complex and Often Misunderstood Crime Human trafficking is one of the most serious criminal charges under both federal and state law and one of the most misunderstood. News stories often lump together very different situations under the same label. One day, it might be a celebrity accused of “trafficking” a girlfriend or employee; the next, […]
In South Florida’s fast-paced commercial world, intellectual property disputes often start as routine business disagreements and end up on the radar of federal prosecutors. The Southern District of Florida, covering Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and West Palm Beach has become one of the nation’s most active regions for white-collar cases involving intellectual property. What many business owners don’t […]
Miami is famous for nightlife, tourism, and unforgettable vacations. But for some, the memories include something less glamorous: an arrest or criminal case in Florida. Whether it’s a spring break incident, a mistake during college, or a misunderstanding while visiting, a criminal record can follow you long after you leave Miami. The good news: Florida […]
The federal government spends hundreds of billions of dollars each year on Medicare. To protect this program from fraud and abuse, prosecutors aggressively pursue violations of the federal Anti-Kickback Statute (AKS). For doctors, clinics, and healthcare businesses, even well-intentioned financial arrangements can lead to criminal charges if they involve improper payments connected to Medicare patients. Understanding […]
Public opinion and marijuana laws are changing across the U.S., but Florida remains one of the stricter states when it comes to recreational cannabis. While medical marijuana is legal under state law, recreational use is still prohibited in 2025. That means possession of marijuana—even small amounts—can still lead to arrest, jail time, fines, and a […]
Embezzlement is a serious federal crime that can carry heavy fines and lengthy prison sentences. Unlike a simple workplace dispute or accounting mistake, federal embezzlement cases are built through long, detailed investigations involving financial records, witness testimony, and expert analysis. If you are under investigation or have been charged, it’s important to understand how federal prosecutors build […]
Getting arrested is stressful and confusing. One of the first questions clients (and their families) ask is: “How do I get out of jail?” The answer usually involves bail or bond. Although people often use the terms interchangeably, there are important differences. Understanding how bail and bond work especially in Miami-Dade County can make a huge difference in how […]