by RJ Ferraro | Apr 2, 2014 | Criminal Defense, Legal Principles
Some things always seem to go together. Batman and Robin, salt and pepper, peanut butter and jelly, and assault and battery, right? Except just like soap and water are two different things; assault and battery are two components of a common crime often lumped...
by James Ferraro | Apr 1, 2014 | Divorce, Equitable Distribution, Legal Principles
Divorce cases are made up of many complex issues, can be volatile, and take a financial as well as emotional toll on the parties. For some couples, the decision to submit their case to mediation is the right choice. The Ferraro Law Group participates in litigation of...
by RJ Ferraro | Apr 1, 2014 | Criminal Defense, News
In the world of criminal law, any good news for an accused is always welcome. So knowing that following the rules of probation may give you good cause to seek a shortened probationary term is important to know. It is also important to know not every request may be...
by James Ferraro | Mar 31, 2014 | Divorce, Florida Family Law, QDROs
At the conclusion of your divorce, if you expect to receive distributions from your ex-spouse’s retirement plan, you need more than just the divorce decree. You will also need a separate document called a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO). If your divorce did...
by RJ Ferraro | Mar 21, 2014 | Criminal Defense, Legal Principles
After a criminal case is over, many people want to take steps to clean their record. A clean record helps when looking for a job, seeking to reinstate driving privileges or when filling out applications for certain types of professional licenses. The way to clear your...
by RJ Ferraro | Mar 20, 2014 | Criminal Defense, News
Gun ownership and control is a hot topic. The right to own and bear arms is not only newsworthy, but carries with it complex legal rights, responsibilities and prohibitions. The sheer volume of gun and weapons related laws makes it difficult to fully understand these...
by James Ferraro | Mar 20, 2014 | Divorce, Florida Family Law
When a Name Change is Allowed Not so many years ago you would be hard pressed to hear the question “are you taking his name” posed to a bride entering marriage. Recently though, the decision to keep a maiden name, or to hyphenate is all the buzz. While initially...
by RJ Ferraro | Mar 19, 2014 | Criminal Defense
The difference between a misdemeanor and a felony may not cross your mind, until you have been arrested. For people facing criminal charges, the distinction between the two types of cases means significant differences in possible jail time and amount of fines due to...
by James Ferraro | Mar 19, 2014 | Divorce, Florida Family Law
Payment of alimony in Florida can have an element of permanency. Advocates on both sides of the financial equation are keeping their eye on possible reform to this structure. The issue is critical for both sides because for those that are making alimony payments,...
by RJ Ferraro | Mar 18, 2014 | Criminal Defense, DUI Defense
The percentage of alcohol in your blood is referred to as the BAC (blood alcohol content). DUI charges rely on the BAC at time of arrest, which is measured by the arresting officer by methods such as a breath test. When you blow a BAC above the legal limit, the...
