The original article can be found here. PEMBROKE PINES, FLA. (WSVN) – A South Florida teacher has been arrested after being accused of sexual misconduct with a minor. Philip Velez, 28, appeared before a judge on Monday. Velez was a culinary arts teacher and basketball coach at Charles W. Flanagan High School in Pembroke Pines....Read More

The original article can be found here. Fla. – A 28-year-old teacher at Charles W. Flanagan High School in Pembroke Pines was arrested Sunday on accusations that he has been in a “sexual relationship” with a 17-year-old girl at his school since December, authorities said. According to his arrest report, Philip Gerald Velez, of Hollywood,...Read More

Falsifying or altering medical records is a crime in Florida. Among other penalties, health care professionals who are convicted of altering or falsifying medical and patient records can also face license consequences. The potential consequences and penalties of a conviction for falsifying medical records make it important for anyone working within the health care field...Read More

Many people in South Florida are confused about the state’s firearms laws and whether or not they are allowed to carry concealed weapons. Since the firearms laws are confusing and somewhat contradictory, some people face firearms charges when they carry guns to protect themselves. If you are charged with a weapons offense, you should contact...Read More

In a deepening scandal over racist texts and a video shared by former Fort Lauderdale police officers, the Broward Public Defender said he would seek the dismissal of at least 56 pending criminal cases in which four officers were involved. “If the State Attorney is interested in racial harmony, he will dismiss these cases,” Howard Finkelstein...Read More