Governor Ron DeSantis Makes Thirty-Eight Judicial Nominating Commission Appointments. July 14, 2023. Attorney Robert Eckard, of Clearwater Beach and Managing Partner of Robert Eckard & Associates, P.A. has been appointed by the Florida Governor to the Sixth Judicial Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission.
read moreNews Release Robert Eckard & Associates, P.A. — The boutique Business Litigation and Government Investigations firm is proud to announce that two of our attorneys were selected for inclusion in the 2023 issue of Florida Super Lawyers. Each year, no more than 5% of the lawyers in each state are selected by Super Lawyers. “Rising […]
read moreImmigration laws are constantly changing, which makes it difficult to navigate the immigration process. If you need immigration services for yourself, a family member, or your business, an experienced immigration attorney at The Law Office of Robert Eckard & Associates will assess your case to decide the best course of action for your immigration needs. […]
read moreWhen you are facing any type of criminal charges, you should have an attorney working with you on your side to help you through the proceedings. While no lawyer can guarantee that you will not face consequences if you are proven guilty, working with an attorney gives you the best chance of coming through your […]
read moreBank fraud is a serious criminal charge, and it is important that you have an expert legal team on your side to fight it. If you are facing criminal charges due to bank activity, it is important that you understand how and when you can be charged with bank fraud. There are situations in which […]
read moreAccounting fraud is a very serious charge that can be levied against companies or individuals. Many businesses and accountants may not even be aware that they are acting fraudulently. Yet the government will still seek to incarcerate and fine those who are convicted of accounting fraud. Can you commit accounting fraud accidentally? And if so, […]
read moreForgery may seem like a crime that doesn’t happen too often in today’s technological world. Yet even in a digital society, forgery can still be a crime. If you are accused of forgery, it is important that you understand exactly what you are accused of so that you can defend against it. Even if you […]
read moreIf you have been accused of insider trading, you could be facing up to 20 years in prison, steep fines, and additional punishments by the Securities Exchange Commission. If the SEC suspects that you are guilty of insider trading, they will do everything they can to prove it. They will examine all of your records, […]
read moreDue to the uptake in hurricane-related claims, prosecutors have been pursuing insurance fraud more than ever before. A Florida principal was recently arrested for his attempt to create fraudulent claims of about $16,000 worth of damages to his home after Hurricane Irma. It may seem harmless to slightly exaggerate damage claims after a natural disaster, […]
read moreThe word embezzlement often brings to mind the image of a CEO or important account executive. While this may often be the case, it is important to remember that anyone who misappropriates funds can potentially get caught for embezzlement. In recent news, two nuns were caught in an embezzlement scandal after they used funds set […]
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