It is estimated that over 122 million tourists visit the Sunshine State each year to enjoy world-class beaches, sightseeing, and amusement parks. With so many visitors, there are bound to be some whose vacations do not turn out the way they had hoped. A relaxing Florida vacation can quickly turn into a legal nightmare if…
Florida judges often issue restraining orders—also known as injunctions or “No Contact Orders”—in criminal cases that involve a violent offense. These legal orders are typically initiated after an alleged victim states they are fearful of the defendant. It’s also important to note that, depending on the specific circumstances surrounding your case, a restraining order may…
Filing a claim with your car insurance company can be tedious and complex. As a result, people sometimes provide erroneous or outright false information. Even though this is typically an honest error, insurance companies will aggressively pursue and report you to the proper authorities for fraudulent claims. If you find yourself facing a situation like…
Probation is often preferable to spending time behind bars, but this does not always mean that it is an easy process to navigate. Probation usually requires you to walk a legal tight rope. For this reason, getting early termination when possible can be helpful. Criminal Defense Attorney Brian P. Gabriel of The Law Office of…
Embezzlement is typically characterized as a white-collar crime in large corporate environments, but the truth is that anyone can commit this offense in any setting. Embezzlement occurs when someone fraudulently misappropriates assets allocated to them, typically by an employer. When charged with this crime, a particular burden of proof must be met to prove it…
A court-ordered drug test can be mandated for many reasons, from drug-related criminal charges to child custody cases. Going through the process of finding, taking, and following up with a court-ordered drug test may be a bit different from a voluntary one. These tests are often more comprehensive than elective ones and may require you…
While most white-collar crime is non-violent and deals with financial offenses, the associated penalties are often stringent in Florida. Part of the reason the state is so tough on these crimes is because of the level of victimization that often occurs when large sums of money are involved. However, extenuating circumstances surrounding these crimes typically…
Probation is an alternative to incarceration after an individual has been charged with a crime in Florida. While it is perhaps one of the more desirable outcomes after a criminal infraction, many people don’t realize that probation can come with a stringent set of terms that may result in jail time for even the most…
Many people mistakenly believe that a criminal mischief or vandalism charge isn’t a very serious legal issue. However, in Florida, these charges may result in various punishments and often require the services of an experienced lawyer to avoid jail time. Criminal defense attorney Brian P. Gabriel has an in-depth knowledge of Florida law where vandalism…
If you have a criminal record, chances are you have thought about what it might take to achieve a clean slate. While this is not possible for some crimes, it may be for others through criminal expungement. While expungement proceedings certainly have some benefits if you want to clear your name and your public record,…
