The Khonsari Law Firm Blog

What Are the Penalties for a Theft Charge in Florida?

After being accused of a crime, many defendants find themselves wondering “now what?” They want to know what is going to happen next, and what sentencing they might expect. There are several possible outcomes to a theft charge. What penalties, if any, you receive will all depend on what kind of theft you are being accused of, and if you have a [...]

Rohom Khonsari April 14, 2015

How an Attorney Can Help: Car Accidents

After a car accident, you are left with a lot of questions. What is going to happen to my car? How will I pay for my injuries? What will happen if I need to take off work? Who can I rely on to get me through this? It can seem overwhelming at times, especially if you try to handle your personal injury case on your own. You need someone who can help [...]

Rohom Khonsari April 13, 2015

How to Stay Out of Jail This Saint Patrick’s Day

For many, St. Patrick’s Day is a time to celebrate Irish culture, spend time with family, and maybe enjoy a few drinks with friends. However, what starts as an innocent and fun night could easily turn into a trip to jail if you are not careful. Over the years, St. Patrick’s Day has become synonymous with binge drinking and debauchery. As such, [...]

Rohom Khonsari March 13, 2015

How an Attorney Can Help: Medical Malpractice

When we have a medical procedure performed, we expect it to heal us -- not hurt us. Physicians and other medical practitioners are supposed to be people we can trust with our lives. We put our faith in them to treat us with diligence and care. Unfortunately, things do not always turn out as expected. Doctors, like all human beings, occasionally ma [...]

Rohom Khonsari March 11, 2015

3 Reasons You Should Hire a Medical Malpractice Attorney

When it comes to our well-being, we want the best possible care. Sometimes, the doctors we trust with our lives do not perform as expected. They make mistakes, and we end up paying for it. The damages you receive in a lawsuit may never be enough to make up for the physical and emotional distress a medical error has caused, but compensation can mak [...]

Rohom Khonsari March 9, 2015

Ways You May be Violating Your Probation

Every year, thousands of individuals are placed on probation either after a jail sentence, or in lieu of going to jail. The terms and conditions of an individual’s probation will vary depending on the specifics of their case, but in any situation, it is important that the terms and conditions are not violated. Violating the terms and conditions [...]

Rohom Khonsari March 7, 2015

The Fight Against Civil Forfeiture

Civil forfeiture is a process in which the police can take assets and property from a person suspected of criminal activity without actually charging them with a crime. The assets taken then go on “trial” and must be proven innocent before they are returned to their rightful owner. While most civil procedures involve one private citizen vs. ano [...]

Rohom Khonsari March 5, 2015

J&J May Pay Millions to Settle Hip Claims

Following a $2.5 billion settlement over faulty hip implants, manufacturer Johnson & Johnson may have to pay an additional $250 million or more to settle product liability lawsuits not included in the original case. The Hip Implant Recall The hip implants, manufactured by Johnson & Johnson’s DePuy unit, were recalled in August of 2010. Th [...]

Rohom Khonsari March 3, 2015

What Is Disorderly Conduct?

In most jurisdictions within the United States, disorderly conduct is a criminal charge. There are various actions that are considered disorderly conduct, including being intoxicated in public, disturbing the peace, loitering, and general acts of unruliness. Because there are many actions that can be classified as “unruly behavior,” disorderly [...]

Rohom Khonsari February 27, 2015

Common Injuries Caused By Car Accidents

A car accident is a traumatic event that leaves victims both physically and emotionally damaged. While the physiological pain can be tremendous, the impact of the crash can cause a number of very severe injuries and long lasting health problems. Learn about some of the most common physical injuries that may occur in a car accident. Traumatic Brain [...]

Rohom Khonsari February 26, 2015