A jury found Lawrence Padgett not guilty of felony murder, rejecting prosecutors’ claims that a fatal shooting during a struggle met the legal standard for the charge. Defense attorney Scott Skier argued the evidence did not support felony murder or manslaughter.
More than 30 years after the rape and murder of a 78-year-old woman with dementia, authorities announced an arrest following renewed investigation and forensic review.
New DNA testing led to the arrest of Richard Curtis Lange Sr., 61, charged in the 1985 kidnapping, rape, and murder of 78-year-old Mildred Matheny. Lange denies the allegations and is being held without bond.
A former Uber driver was granted bond after an appeals court overturned his sexual battery conviction due to trial errors. Attorney Scott Skier argued the bond conditions were excessive given the ruling.
A jury acquitted Joseph Bruny of first-degree murder in the shooting deaths of two brothers, accepting his claim of self-defense. Defense attorney Scott Skier argued Bruny reasonably feared for his life.
A dispute over a stolen dirt bike led to a fatal daytime shooting at a Lake Park shopping plaza, resulting in murder charges against a teenager.
A judge ruled that hidden surveillance videos used in the Jupiter day spa investigation violated constitutional privacy rights and could not be used as evidence. Attorney Scott Skier called the decision a major legal victory.
A New Jersey firefighter was charged as part of a prostitution investigation tied to the same Florida day spa operation involving multiple defendants.
A Boca Raton-area man was found not guilty in a 2017 rape case after jurors determined the state failed to prove lack of consent. Defense attorney Scott Skier criticized the strength of the prosecution’s evidence.
A Jupiter woman was arrested in connection with a violent armed robbery in Palm Beach Gardens. Attorney Scott Skier argued her role was minimal compared to her codefendants.
Closing arguments wrapped up in the trial of Jefty Joseph, charged in the killing of Gustavo Cabral after an escort ad meeting. Prosecutors say Joseph kidnapped and murdered Cabral, while the defense questioned witness credibility. Jury deliberations begin Monday.
Closing arguments wrapped up in the trial of Jefty Joseph, charged in the killing of Gustavo Cabral after an escort ad meeting. Prosecutors say Joseph kidnapped and murdered Cabral, while the defense questioned witness credibility. Jury deliberations begin Monday.
Death penalty trial begins in 2013 death of man who answered escort ad on January 19, 2018
Opening arguments began in a murder trial involving the killing of a Brazilian MMA fighter lured through an online escort ad. Defense attorney Scott Skier argued prosecutors lacked direct evidence linking his client to the crime.
Jury selection began in the first-degree murder trial of Jefty Joseph, who is accused of kidnapping, robbing, and killing a man who responded to an online escort advertisement. Prosecutors are seeking the death penalty, while defense attorney Scott Skier represents Joseph.
A legal analysis discussed the challenges of proving misdemeanor battery charges against Corey Lewandowski, with attorney Scott Skier noting the case centers on intent and context.
Jean Selius, a Delta Air Lines ramp agent arrested at Palm Beach International Airport with thousands in cash, will remain in federal custody. Prosecutors cite flight-risk concerns; his attorney says he played a minor role.
The trial of John Daniel Flanagan, shot by Boynton Beach police after fleeing a 2013 DUI checkpoint, is set to begin with opening statements.
Royal Palm man accused of assaulting police represented by Attorney Scott Skier gets split verdict on April 28, 2016