There was a three-car crash near the Hypoluxo and Jog Road intersection earlier this morning in suburban Boynton Beach. According to Palm Beach County Fire and Rescue, one person had to be extracted from their vehicle, two people were hospitalized, and at least one of them had serious trauma. Someone was at fault in this...Read More

The recent death of musical artist Prince has had a major impact on the entertainment industry. Shortly after his death, his sister Tyka Nelson filed documents with the Carver County probate court indicating that Prince died intestate, which means he left no will behind. This will significantly complicate the division of his estate and will...Read More

A recent accident in Boynton Beach highlights the dangers of everyday traffic for motorcyclists. The victim was riding his motorcycle on North Congress Avenue when a van turned left in front of him as the traffic light turned yellow. The motorcycle struck the passenger side of the van and was pronounced dead on the scene....Read More

A recent incident in Boynton Beach highlights the issue of product liability for consumers in our area. On Thursday, January 28, 2016, a hoverboard burst into flames while it was being charged in a home on South Palm Drive. Witnesses to the scene reported that the device first began emitting sparks that made loud popping...Read More

Boynton Beach Police Officer Accused of Battery and Sovereign Immunity The victim in a controversial local rape case is back in court seeking civil damages against the employer of her alleged attacker. The Boynton Beach police officer accused of battery, was acquitted of all charges of sexual battery on October 6, 2015. His accuser, however, has reportedly reached a...Read More

Are Online Fantasy Sports Competitions Legal? Opinions Vary in Florida and Nationwide for Online Gaming, Gambling, and Fantasy Sports Law A surprising topic was raised at the October 28, 2015, Republican candidates’ debate when Jeb Bush was asked about his views on regulating fantasy football leagues. In response, Bush likened the popular activity to unregulated...Read More

Palm Beach Family Argues Undue Influence of a Will in Probate court A death in the family can be distressing and emotionally draining for those left behind. In a recent case brought before the Westmoreland County Common Pleas Court, however, the death of a father had serious financial consequences for his daughter. Jennie Scaife of...Read More

A large tract of agricultural land recently changed hands in Palm Beach County just to the west of Boynton Beach. Lennar Corporation, a leading Fortune 500 company based in Miami, is reported to have paid $11.5 million for approximately 33 acres located at 5300 Flavor Pict Road. An application to rezone this farmland for townhomes...Read More

Civil Lawsuits Seeking Monetary Damages Filed Against Preschool in Child Molestation Cases Next month a Broward County judge is scheduled to hear a 2013 lawsuit filed by the parents of a then 4 year old girl, who reported she was sexually molested by her music teacher during nap time at her preschool day care center....Read More

Preserving Boynton Beach History Comes at a Price For more than several years now the residents of Boynton Beach and the City Commission have debated back and forth about what to do with the Old Boynton Beach High School, built in 1927 on Ocean Avenue. The building blends Mediterranean Revival and early Art Deco styles;...Read More