Bernhardt Riley Legal Blog

Federal & State Civil Asset Forfeiture & Seizure

"Asset Forfeiture” refers to The Florida Contraband Forfeiture Act which allows state and federal law enforcement agents to seize certain assets...

Other Driving/Boating Offenses

In addition to Driving While License Suspended or Revoked, there are many other driving and boating offenses that are common in the Tampa Bay area.

Driving While License Suspended/Revoked

Once your license is suspended, it can be very difficult to resolve.

What to do if charged with Resisting Arrest

Resisting an officer – with or without violence – is a common arrest, especially to those not originally the subject of the original investigation.

Assault and Battery

When it comes to an assault or a battery case, there is usually a lot more to the story than what is included in the police report.

Theft

There are multiple legal defenses that commonly arise in theft-related charges.

Drug Possession

Possession charges can be defended in many ways.

DUI Defense

A DUI conviction in Florida comes with serious penalties compared to other states.

Crime Scene Consultation

Every case is filled with unique details that cannot always be fully explained through office visits or phone calls.

Protecting Your Rights

Your rights deserve to be protected and your side of the story deserves to be heard.

Debt Collection Harassment

Collection companies are governed by strict rules and regulations.

Car Loan Debt

Auto deficiency lawsuits can be very difficult for the company suing you to prove.

Credit Card or Financed Purchase

Credit Card or Financed Purchase

Winning a Debt Defense Case

Winning a Debt Defense Case

Estate Planning

Planning and preparation are important elements of ensuring a successful financial future for your family.

Bed Bug Infestation

Bed bug attacks have resulted in physical and psychological injuries...

Toxic Mold & Water Intrusions

Let the real estate attorneys at Bernhardt Riley take care of your toxic mold issues and water intrusion issues.

Mechanic’s Liens

The Florida legislature enacted the Florida Construction Lien Law in order to protect the rights of all parties to the construction process...

Florida Condominium Law

Whether you are an HOA or condominium owner, you may be faced with issues...

Landlord/Tenant Issues

Florida law requires very specific timelines and procedures that a landlord or property manager must comply with in attempting to evict a tenant and in order to avoid a dismissal of their case.

Failure To Disclose

Seller’s Duty to disclose under Johnson v. Davis, Broker Liability, Buyers duties to investigate under Gilchrist Timber Co. v. ITT Rayonier, lnc.

Tax Certificates & Tax Deeds

Certificates & Deeds, Tax Deeds as Transfers, The Necessity of a Quiet Title Action

Land Disputes

Boundary Disputes, Encroachments, Easements, Injunctions, Covenants, Partitions

Understanding Florida Deceptive Unfair Trade Practices Act (FDUTPA)

FDUTPA was designed to encompass a broad spectrum of deceptive and unfair conduct...

Choosing a Commercial Litigation Law Firms

Find out what you should look for when considering commercial litigation firms in Tampa.

Premises Liability

Personal Injuries sustained due to the negligence of a business or property owner happen to unsuspecting people everyday.

Auto Accidents

Unfortunately, most of us will be involved in an automobile accident during our lives.