Our firm is delighted to announce that Michael A. Gottlieb, P.A., was honored with the esteemed Harry Gulkin Award in Fort Lauderdale, FL, on September 24th, 2025. This annual award from the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (FACDL) acknowledges a...
In Florida, white collar crimes like racketeering can lead to a RICO investigation and the possibility for serious consequences. RICO is the acronym for Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act. It is generally used to pursue those accused of organized...
At certain clubs or parties, you might notice people sharing a vial of small pink crystals referred to as "pink cocaine," “2C” or "tusi." Despite its name, this colorful street drug is not related to actual cocaine or 2-CB; it is an unpredictable blend of synthetic...
Drug charges can threaten to upend life as you know it. The allegations themselves can tarnish your reputation, and a conviction can lead to jail or prison time and a mark on your criminal record that can ruin your career, make it difficult to secure meaningful...
Disagreements can quickly spiral out of control, leading to allegations of physical violence. This, in turn, can result in criminal charges being filed against you for anything from domestic assault to homicide, depending on the severity of the event. A conviction on...
People under 18 are prone to making mistakes. If they have been accused of a crime in Florida, their status as juveniles often protects them from the worst possible penalties that an adult would be vulnerable to for the same crimes. Still, if the charges are related...
If you're a young driver in Florida, it's critical to understand the state's strict DUI laws. For drivers under 21, the rules are different and the consequences severe. One wrong choice can lead to immediate and long-term ramifications. Florida’s "zero tolerance"...
Imagine starting your workday by checking your incoming emails. But instead of the regular work emails, you find yourself opening a message that is scrutinizing a routine business transaction you completed or an inquiry from the government concerning your business...
Knowing your rights at a traffic stop is important. The statements you make or the actions you take at a traffic stop can make a major difference in what happens next. At a routine traffic stop, police officers generally ask your name and to see your driver’s license,...
A single text, post or GPS ping can shift the direction of a criminal case. In Fort Lauderdale, prosecutors and defense attorneys now rely on digital data almost as much as they do on witness testimony. Deleted messages, app activity and location logs often play a...
