The holidays are quickly approaching, with all the celebrations and expectations of the season’s festivities. While it is a joyful time, it is also the start of a dramatic spike in motor vehicle accidents and … Read More
Cybercrimes: Defending Against Internet and Computer Crime Allegations
Cybercrimes, also known as computer crimes, are on the rise in Florida. According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation, Florida ranked second in the nation for the number of computer crimes committed in 2020. … Read More
Drug-Sniffing Dogs: Search Warrant on a Leash?
Drug detection dogs are deployed in a wide range of law enforcement operations. They are often present at schools, airports, security checkpoints, traffic stops, stadiums, theme parks, festivals, and other venues. In Florida, dogs help … Read More
Faulty Forensic Evidence: Exonerating the Innocent
In recent years, forensic evidence has come under increased scrutiny. Jurors generally accept forensic evidence in a criminal trial as foolproof. However, it can be inaccurate and lead to wrongful convictions and devastating consequences. Innocent … Read More
Attorney Andy Pozzuto Awarded as Trial Lawyer of the Year Finalist
Attorney Andrew Pozzuto received a plaque for trial lawyer of the year finalist for outstanding contribution to the public interest in the case of McArdle v. City of Ocala.
Crimes on Campus: Protecting Your College Student’s Future
Sending young adults off to college is a source of great pride and a feeling of accomplishment for parents as their children take their final steps toward adulthood. Unfortunately, when college students are arrested or … Read More
Attorney Andrew Pozzuto Upholds the Constitutional Rights of the Homeless
We are proud and honored to announce that Attorney Andrew Pozzuto has been nominated as a finalist for the 2022 Trial Lawyer of the Year Award. Public Justice, a legal advocacy organization, presents this prestigious award annually to … Read More
Second Chances for Juveniles: Expungement Legislation Signed into Law
The new law for juvenile expungement is a momentous victory for youths in Florida. Youth offenders have an opportunity to have their criminal records destroyed, giving them a second chance at a bright and … Read More
Will Florida Pass Constitutional Carry?
Gun laws across our nation are a hot topic for debate. States vary in their restrictions on carrying firearms. Federal laws ban carrying guns in specific locations, even with permits, such as government buildings … Read More
Stricter Penalties Proposed for Retail Theft Crimes
There has been a nationwide trend of smash and grab retail thefts, presenting risks to retailers, employees, and customers. In a 2021 Retail Security Survey, the National Retail Federation (NRF) reported that 69% of … Read More