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Is Your CBD Business at Risk? What Florida’s New Enforcement Trends Mean
Executive Summary: Florida and the federal government are increasing enforcement in the cannabis and CBD space, particularly after 2025 updates to controlled substance schedules. Products containing substances like 7-hydroxy are now prohibited, and businesses pushing formulation or marketing boundaries are being targeted. While CBD and…
Can Border Agents Search Your Phone After a Cruise or International Flight? What Travelers Need to Know
Executive Summary: Border agents have broad authority to search travelers at cruise ports and airports, including electronic devices in many cases. While basic phone searches may not require a warrant, the law is still evolving on password access and forensic searches. Enforcement is increasing, particularly…
What Should You Do If Your Employee Embezzles Money? A Legal Perspective for Business Owners
Executive Summary: If your business discovers embezzlement, reporting it to the police may not always be the most effective first step. Many local agencies lack the resources to handle complex financial crimes. Hiring an attorney who can bring in a forensic accountant and deliver a…
What Happens If Your Spouse Recants? Why Domestic Violence Cases Can Still Move Forward
Executive Summary: Even if your spouse recants after a domestic violence accusation, the case can still move forward. Prosecutors may rely on photos, police testimony, or other evidence. Your spouse can be subpoenaed, and failing to appear could result in contempt. Trying to settle the…
Winning in Court Doesn’t Mean It’s Over: Reinstating Your Professional License After a Criminal Case
Executive Summary: Winning a criminal case doesn't end the consequences for licensed professionals. In Florida, you must report findings of guilt to your licensing board within strict deadlines. Even without a conviction, arrests and complaints can trigger disciplinary actions. Reinstating a suspended license may require…
What You Need to Know About the Big Changes to Federal Sentencing That Just Went Into Effect
Executive Summary: Significant changes to the federal sentencing guidelines took effect on November 1, 2025. Key updates include clarification of enhancements for physical restraint and firearms, new leniency for low-level drug offenders, harsher penalties for machinegun conversion devices, and a lower mental state requirement for…
What Is the DOJ Focusing on Now? 7 White Collar Offenses You Can’t Afford to Ignore
Executive Summary: The DOJ is increasing criminal enforcement in 7 key areas: healthcare fraud (including private insurance), COVID-19 relief fraud, crypto fraud, corporate compliance failures, antitrust violations, securities fraud, and public corruption. Meanwhile, the underfunding of court-appointed defense is creating systemic issues in federal courts.…
What You Need to Know About EKRA and Private Insurance Fraud Charges
If you work in healthcare, especially in addiction treatment, labs, or recovery homes, you’ve likely heard about EKRA. But many people don’t realize how serious it is until they’re already under investigation. EKRA, short for the Eliminating Kickbacks in Recovery Act, is a federal law…
How Whistleblower Claims Can Lead to Criminal Charges in Healthcare Fraud Cases
It often starts with a billing review. A former employee, contractor, or even a competitor reports your practice or company to the government. Maybe they claim overbilling, improper coding, or kickbacks. What many providers don’t realize is this: whistleblower complaints under the False Claims Act…
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