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How Could Someone Be Charged With Healthcare Fraud In South Florida?
Several weeks ago, two South Florida brothers were convicted of conspiracy to commit healthcare fraud, eight counts of healthcare fraud, and wire fraud, in addition to two counts of paying and receiving kickbacks. The brothers orchestrated an elaborate scheme where they would submit false bills to Medicare and private insurers for patients who were… Read More »
What Is Criminal Mischief In Florida?
Recently a Florida woman was arrested for criminal mischief after she and her friend engaged in intimate relations in a restaurant bathroom, causing the bathroom sink to detach from the wall. The restaurant owner pressed charges but it is not clear if the friend was also charged with a crime. What exactly is criminal… Read More »
What Is A Medical Fraud Kickback?
In the previous blog entry, our authors discussed the definition of healthcare fraud, how someone could be charged with healthcare fraud, and reviewed the scheme that criminal defendants were charged with in Florida. In this blog entry, we will discuss kickbacks, what they are, how common they are, and why they are in violation… Read More »
Three Teens Charged As Adults In Alleged Murder Of Classmate
In Miramar, Florida, three teenagers ranging in ages 16-17 have been charged as adults with murder, in the death of their classmate, 18-year-old Dwight Grant. The grand jury must return a murder indictment for the three minors for the case to be transferred. If a murder indictment is returned, the defendants will face first… Read More »
Can Spending Joint Marital Assets Affect The Outcome Of A Divorce In South Florida?
It is a sobering reality for some couples considering divorce. One spouse informs the other that it is not working out and that they might speak to a lawyer. Suddenly the other spouse takes it upon themselves to start spending money like it is going out of style, moving joint funds to offshore accounts,… Read More »
Where Is The Line Between Self-Defense And Excessive Force In Florida?
Andrew and Brad are celebrating a recent work promotion out on the town. They are enjoying themselves in a local sports bar when suddenly, another guy bumps into Brad. Brad quickly apologizes for a simple mistake, but this other guy is looking for a fight. Even after the bartender tells him to calm down,… Read More »
What’s The Difference Between An Accomplice And An Accessory In Florida?
Lawrence, Ryan and Sydney are goofing around on a school night. They joke about holding up the local football game athletic booster, which often brings in thousands of dollars in concessions and donations. Lawrence talks about how easy it would be since there is no police presence or campus security, and no one would… Read More »
How Can A DUI Conviction Impact Child Custody In South Florida?
No one leaves the house expecting to drink or drive or get arrested for a DUI in West Palm Beach, but it can happen. In Florida, DUI arrests are fully prosecuted under the law, but can an ongoing criminal case affect a current divorce and child custody case as well? Does a prior DUI… Read More »
Florida House Bill 47: Proposing Felony Charges For Fraudulent COVID-19 Vaccination
As COVID-19 cases continue to climb to historic levels in Florida, one state lawmaker is proposing enhanced criminal charges for residents and visitors who attempt to present a fraudulent COVID-19 vaccination card. Florida House Bill 47 would make carrying or manufacturing a fake COVID-19 vaccination record card a felony. If it passes, the bill… Read More »
Florida Prison Staff Shortage Illuminates Parole And Overcrowding Issues
Several North Florida prisons are closing, effective immediately, due to severe staffing shortages. Although one of the locations is considered state-of-the art, it too is closing due to an issue securing guards and support staff. Governor DeSantis met with prison officials and union representatives to discuss the possibility of increased funding to detention. But… Read More »
