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Being charged with shoplifting can be a distressing experience, especially if it's your first encounter with the law. In Florida, shoplifting is legally referred to as "retail theft" and encompasses a range of actions, including taking merchandise, altering price...
Mechanic's liens play a crucial role in the construction industry in Florida. This powerful instrument helps contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers secure payment for their work or materials. This overview will explore the basics of mechanic's liens in Florida,...
Drug charges in Florida are serious offenses that can carry severe penalties. The state has stringent laws designed to deter the possession, use, distribution and manufacturing of controlled substances. Whether you are facing a misdemeanor or a felony, understanding...
Homeowners associations (HOAs) help preserve the character and property values of individual neighborhoods. They establish expectations for property maintenance and impose certain regulations on local property owners. For example, HOAs may limit what plants people can...
For landlords, maintaining and repairing rental properties is important for more than just aesthetics, it can be a legal issue. State law requires landlords in Florida keep the property in good working order. As such, a failure for a contractor to meet contract...
A dispute over an eviction can be a challenging scenario, especially when a tenant alleges violations of their rights. Unfortunately for all parties involved, this is a growing problem in Florida. Two steps both parties can take to help navigate this issue include the...
Driving under the influence (DUI) charges are some of the most common criminal violations prosecuted in Florida. The penalties that the courts may impose after a guilty plea or a conviction include jail time, expensive fines and driver's license suspensions. People...
At Bernhardt Riley, Attorneys at Law, PLLC, we are proud to announce a significant victory in the case of our client, Antonio Nelson, better known by his stage name, T9ine. The Hillsborough County State Attorney’s Office dropped the attempted murder and felony robbery...
As we continue along in 2024, it is time to reflect on our hard work and some of our most successful criminal defense cases over the past year. Here are just a few of the highlights: 1. Attempted Murder and Robbery Charges Dropped Our client was accused of attempted...