Domestic Violence Arrest: Know Your Rights

Domestic Violence Arrest

After a domestic violence arrest in Florida, it’s natural to feel anxious and unsure about what comes next. At the Rivas Law Firm, we believe that knowledge is power. Understanding your rights after a domestic violence arrest can be the first step toward building a strong defense. If you’re facing domestic violence charges in Florida, […]

The Impact of Domestic Violence Charges on Child Custody in Florida

Domestic Violence Charges on Child Custody

Domestic violence charges can have a huge impact on child custody decisions when a marriage is breaking up. There are times when a vengeful spouse will make unfounded accusations to get leverage in custody negotiations. When you’re in a child custody battle and domestic violence charges come up, it’s important to have a skilled and […]

Improved Time to Serve an Injunction

serve an injunction

It now takes less time to serve an injunction in Florida because a new law requires court clerks to email protective orders to sheriff’s departments instead of sending them by mail. The measure is being hailed as good news for victims of intimate partner violence.  Anyone who has been the victim of domestic violence (including […]

Police Report Privilege

What You Tell Police for a Car Accident Report  According to the Police Report Privilege law, any information you give police for a car crash report can’t be used against you, but when there is the possibility of criminal charges, you need to watch what you say.  Anyone involved in a traffic accident has a […]

Fighting Federal Search Warrants

Search Warrants

Florida Search and Seizure Laws The federal search warrant at the center of the controversy over the FBI’s recent surprise visit to former president Trump’s Mar-a-Lago home involves one of America’s bedrock principles. The Fourth Amendment to the United States Constitution established “the right of the people to be secure in their persons, houses, papers, […]

Strong Orlando CDL DUI Defense

Florida DUI Defense Laws for Commercial Drivers A DUI defense in Florida is important for anyone, especially if, like most people, you need to drive to get to your job. But the prospect of losing your license is even worse when driving is your job. When you have a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), you must […]

Florida Defense: Sexual Battery Charges

Sexual Battery Charges

Talk to a Sexual Battery Charges Defense Attorney as Soon as Possible The best advantage you could give your defense attorney if you’re facing sexual battery charges is to call your lawyer at the first sign of legal trouble. The sooner your lawyer gets to work on your side of the story, the better he […]

Fight Back with a Credit Card Debt Lawyer

If you need a Credit Card Debt Lawyer contact us today. The business model for credit card companies is to keep borrowers living as close to the edge as possible, maxed out at interest rates that used to be illegal. When a customer hits a rough patch and falls behind on payments, the lenders work […]