Herman Law, P.A.

08/14/2026

The Happy Hour season starts again- a great evening connecting with colleagues at last week's Jewish Lawyers Association Happy Hour. Always appreciate the opportunity to catch up, build connections, and spend time with fellow members of the legal community.

08/11/2026

Different Perspectives Build Better Strategies.

Travel has a way of reminding us that there's rarely just one way to look at a situation. Every destination offers a different perspective, a different culture, and a different way of thinking.

The same principle applies to practicing law.

No two cases are alike, and no two clients face the exact same circumstances. That's why every case deserves more than a one-size-fits-all approach. It requires taking the time to understand the facts, evaluate the evidence from every angle, and develop a strategy tailored to the individual.

At Herman Law, we believe thoughtful preparation and careful analysis are the foundation of effective representation. Looking at the bigger picture—and sometimes seeing things from a different perspective—can make all the difference.

08/07/2026

Can deleted text messages be recovered?

The short answer: Sometimes, yes.

Many people assume that deleting a text message means it's gone forever. In reality, digital evidence can be much more complicated. Depending on the device, backups, cloud storage, service providers, and the circumstances of an investigation, deleted messages may still be recoverable.

That's one reason it's important not to make assumptions about what investigators can—or can't—access.

If you're involved in a criminal investigation, the best course of action isn't trying to manage the evidence yourself. It's speaking with an experienced attorney who understands how digital evidence is obtained, analyzed, and challenged.

Every case is different, and so is the technology involved.

If you've been contacted by law enforcement or are under investigation, seek legal guidance before making any decisions.

08/05/2026

What clients can expect

No one plans to need a criminal defense attorney. But if you do, you deserve to know what to expect.

At Herman Law, P.A. you can expect honest answers, thoughtful strategy, and an attorney that takes the time to understand your situation before offering advice.

We believe informed clients make better decisions, so we prioritize communication and making the legal process easier to navigate.

07/30/2026

On paper, the evidence against the client was strong.

A client came to Ron Herman after being accused of organized scheme to defraud, bribery, and corruption.

At first glance, the allegations looked convincing. There were accusations, documents, and a story that seemed to fit together into a compelling narrative.

If the case had ended there, it may have looked no different than everyone initially assumed.

But that's not how criminal defense works.

As Ron began asking questions and digging into the facts, the case started to change. The timeline didn't add up. The evidence didn't support the allegations. And it became clear that the person making the accusations had a financial motive.

The more the defense uncovered, the more obvious it became that this wasn't a bribery case at all—it was an attempt to use false allegations for financial gain.

In the end, the client was cleared.

One of the biggest lessons Ron has learned throughout his career is that looking guilty and being guilty are two very different things. The power of the government is strong.

That's why he never judges a case by the first version of the story. He follows the facts, challenges the evidence, and makes sure every client's side is heard.

07/28/2026

You may notice a refreshed logo across our website and social media. While our look has been updated, our mission remains the same: defending professionals facing complex investigations and serious charges.

As Herman Law, P.A. prepares to enter its 20th year of serving clients, we wanted our brand to reflect both where we've been and where we're headed. The updated logo honors nearly two decades of experience focused solely on criminal defense.

Thank you for trusting Herman Law, P.A. with your referrals. We look forward to continuing to zealously defend clients facing financial crimes, patient brokering, healthcare fraud, and other white collar offenses.

07/24/2026

One piece of legal advice you may not know you need!

A phone call can change the course of an investigation.

Not long ago, Ron Herman received a call from someone who had just been contacted by federal investigators.

She was anxious, confused, and ready to call them back.

Like many people, she believed the quickest way to put the situation behind her was to explain what happened.

Ron advised her not to make that call.

Not because she had anything to hide, but because investigations aren't designed to give people the opportunity to clear things up. They're designed to gather evidence.

Too often, people believe that being honest is enough. But even truthful statements can be misunderstood, taken out of context, or fill in gaps investigators didn't have before.

Instead of responding on impulse, Ron helped her take the time to understand what was really happening, evaluate her legal options, review the evidence, and develop the right strategy before anyone said another word.

That one decision changed the course of the case.

One of the most important pieces of advice Ron gives clients is simple: don't let panic make your first move.

If you're contacted by law enforcement or federal investigators, speak with an attorney before you speak with them. It may be the most important phone call you make.

07/23/2026

Congratulations to Ron Herman on his appointment as Co-Chair of the Criminal Law CLE Committee alongside Assistant State Attorney Chrichet Mixon.

Serving the legal profession and supporting the local bar have always been central to Ron’s career. He is grateful to Jack Rice for the appointment and the opportunity to continue contributing to the legal community.

Ron looks forward to helping deliver another outstanding lineup of Criminal Law CLE programs and continuing to support the education and professional development of fellow attorneys throughout the year.

07/10/2026

A $906 million allegation makes for a compelling headline, but headlines are not evidence.

The Department of Justice has charged a Texas nurse practitioner in connection with an alleged Medicare fraud scheme involving wound grafts and has highlighted luxury assets it says were purchased with fraud proceeds. Those allegations are serious, but they remain just that - allegations until proven in court.

In white-collar cases, the government's press release often tells only one side of the story. Large dollar figures and asset seizures can create the impression that guilt has already been established, when in reality the legal process is just beginning.

Health care fraud prosecutions are rarely as straightforward as they appear. These cases often hinge on whether medical services were actually necessary, how complex billing regulations were interpreted, whether documentation supports the claims submitted, and—most importantly—whether the government can prove beyond a reasonable doubt that a defendant knowingly and intentionally participated in a criminal scheme.

REMEMBER mistakes are not crimes: civil billing disputes, regulatory violations, and poor business practices do NOT mean there was criminal fraud. Criminal intent is what separates a crime from a mistake, and proving that intent is often the most contested issue in these prosecutions.

Check our our latest blog for more information.

Florida health care fraud charges are increasing after the largest takedown in U.S. history. Learn what defendants should know about federal investigations.

07/08/2026

Thirty-six people in Florida were charged as part of the Department of Justice's nationwide health care fraud takedown.

On the surface, it looks like another major enforcement action.

What caught my attention was something else...

According to prosecutors, these investigations weren't built on one piece of evidence. They involved billing records, financial transactions, digital evidence, witness testimony, and years of investigative work before charges were announced.

By the time a federal health care fraud case makes the news, investigators have often spent years putting it together.

That's why I tell people not to judge the seriousness of an investigation by what you see publicly. Long before an indictment is announced, the government may already have spent months, or years, building its case.

Officials are calling the 2026 National Health Care Fraud Takedown the biggest in U.S. history.