White-collar crimes encompass non-violent offenses, often characterized by deceit, fraud, or breach of trust, and involve embezzlement, insider trading, and other financial misconduct. These crimes are usually complex, requiring detailed investigations that can have serious legal consequences. Early legal intervention is crucial in white-collar crime cases to ensure a fair [...]
Effective property management is crucial in maintaining the value and profitability of commercial properties. However, property management issues can lead to disputes that escalate into commercial property litigation. Understanding the typical property management problems, their legal implications, and strategies to prevent them is essential for property owners and managers: Common [...]
A trust ensures your assets' effective distribution and management even when you're not around. Whether you are planning for the future or managing your estate, trusts offer a variety of benefits, including asset protection and avoiding probate. Here are a few critical aspects of trusts, their benefits, and the crucial [...]
In recent years, significant changes have been made to white-collar crime laws in the United States, reflecting these offenses' growing complexity and severity. These changes have broad implications for individuals, corporate entities, and the legal professionals representing them. Let’s explore these updates and provide insights into how they affect those [...]
Experiencing issues with utility service quality can be frustrating and disruptive. These problems can significantly impact daily life and businesses, from power outages to inadequate water supply. Understanding your options is crucial if you've exhausted all avenues with your utility provider and are considering legal action. Understanding Federal and State [...]
By Stephen D. Wilson | July 16, 2024 On May 3, 2024, Qatar became the fourth Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nation to join an international trademark treaty among more than 130 countries including the United States. Madrid Union On May 3, 2024, the Government of Qatar deposited its instrument of [...]
Congratulations to our Beggs & Lane attorneys selected to the 2024 Florida Super Lawyers list! This honor is received by only 5% of attorneys. Super Lawyers has recognized lawyers in each state who have attained a high degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. Five attorneys were named "Super Lawyers".
Florida imposes sales tax on commercial leases of real property, including industrial, office, and retail properties. If the real property is occupied by a for-profit business, it is generally considered commercial, subject to a few exceptions as set forth in Section 212.031, Florida Statutes. Effective June 1, 2024, the sales [...]
Beggs & Lane, R.L.L.P. is pleased to announce that Steve Griffin and Ed Holland have both been awarded top rankings in the 2024 edition of Chambers USA for their expertise in the areas of Energy and Natural Resources law. Published annually, the Chambers USA guide identifies the nation’s top law [...]
The False Claims Act (FCA) is used by the government to combat fraud claims, allowing whistleblowers to bring forth allegations of wrongdoing on behalf of the government (called “qui tam” lawsuits). The FCA provides that any person who knowingly submits, or causes to submit, false claims to the government is [...]
