What to Do If You are Facing a DUI Charge
A DUI (driving under the influence) arrest may leave you scared, confused, and unsure of what to do next. However, the actions you take immediately after a DUI stop can dramatically impact the legal case against you. Following these steps protects your rights and optimizes your chances of resolving the charges as...
Possible Defenses for Assault Charges in Florida
Assault and battery are serious charges in Florida that carry commensurately serious criminal penalties on conviction. If you're facing prosecution on these charges, it's understandable that you might be worried about your future. However, you should know that there could be several legal defenses available to you. Depending on the circumstances, they...
Felony v. Misdemeanor Charges: What’s the Difference?
The police will arrest you for a specific crime. That crime will be classified as either a felony or a misdemeanor. This legal distinction makes an enormous difference in the penalties that can be imposed upon conviction. A felony conviction yields the harshest penalties, like lengthy prison sentences, and permanently strips away...
Questions You Should Ask Your Potential Criminal Defense Lawyer
Florida Law How To: Transferring Title to a Car After the Owner Dies
Many times, I have clients come to see me after the death of a loved one, and the only asset remaining to be re-titled is the decedent’s car. Amazingly, Florida law has simplified the process of transferring title to a vehicle after the death of the owner. It is so easy,...
Frequently Asked Questions About Probate
A: Probate is the process of changing title of your assets after your death from you to your beneficiaries or heirs. During this process, all of your assets that you owned during your lifetime in your individual name and outside of any...
Frequently Asked Questions About Wills, Trusts, and Estate Planning
A: A Will is nothing more than a letter to the probate Judge, telling the court who you want to be in control of your estate (your Personal Representative) and how you want your estate...
