- Child Custody and VisitationA domestic violence conviction could impact your ability to do things that many of us take for granted, such as maintaining child custody and visitation rights, and owning a firearm, to say nothing of the jail term and substantial fines you would face. If your citizenship status is in question, a conviction could result in your deportation. You must act now to see to it that your interests are safeguarded by top criminal defense lawyers who care about what happens to you.
- Child Abuse
- Criminal DefenseMany Tampa Bay residents look to the Law Offices of Dominic O. Fariello, P.A., for excellent criminal defense representation. We are here to serve you and your family.
- DUI/DWIEveryone knows it is stupid and illegal to drink and drive, yet drunk driving continues to be a serious problem – and a leading cause of death when it comes to automobile accidents in Florida. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 30 people die each day in the United States in motor vehicle crashes involving an alcohol-impaired driver.
- Wrongful DeathLosing a family member can bring hardships and difficulties – emotional, financial and otherwise – that call for the protection of your legal rights. If you need legal counsel regarding a wrongful death claim, our firm can help you. You may be able to obtain compensation for pain and suffering, lost income that your loved one could have earned, loss of companionship and other damages.
- Traffic ViolationsTampa’s "malfunction junction" is the source of much frustration for drivers. At some point, congestion on Interstates 4, 75 and 275 may be alleviated through construction. For now, many rear-end accidents occur in relation to this construction, and many accidents occur because of distracted driving, speeding and other problems related to the negligence of motorists.
- Sex Crimes
- Fraud
- Robbery
- BurglaryOur skilled defense lawyers Dominic O. Fariello respond to your theft, burglary or larceny charges with in-depth investigation, careful examination of any evidence that police may have overstepped their bounds in arresting you, skillful negotiation with prosecutors on your behalf and, if necessary, persuasive presentations in court that "connect" with judge and jury.
- White Collar Crimes
- Theft
- MisdemeanorsPrescription drugs are powerful. Some opiate pharmaceuticals are highly addictive. Some painkillers, muscle relaxers and other medications are overprescribed by some physicians. Other controlled substances are bought and sold by college students, teens and older adults who can be charged with misdemeanor or felony drug possession.
- Embezzlement
- Drug CrimesAny drug charges should be taken with the utmost seriousness. If you or a loved one has been charged, our firm can help you protect your rights and reach the best possible outcome under the circumstances.
- AssaultDominic O. Fariello investigate in-depth to get to the facts behind cases of "he said, she said." They know that when police are called in domestic assault and abuse complaint situations, someone goes to jail. If that someone was you, you need our law firm’s aggressive brand of advocacy in your corner right away.
- Identity Theft
- ShopliftingMany shoplifting and other theft charges are often based on video surveillance at stores and in homes. Attorney Fariello counter with defense strategies of his own that refute baseless claims, expose the weaknesses in prosecution arguments and generally increase your chances of a successful outcome, in and out of court.
- Restraining Order
- Forgery
- Kidnapping
- ManslaughterThree convictions for offenses such as drunk driving, involuntary or voluntary manslaughter, or driving a motor vehicle while a license is suspended or revoked within five years will be subject to HTO status. Also, anyone who receives 15 convictions for certain moving violations within a five-year period can be considered an HTO.
- Extortion
- Hit and RunIf you are facing charges of a serious driving offense such as hit-and-run, drunk driving, an arrest for driving with license suspended or revoked, or an HTO (Habitual Traffic Offender) charge, the skilled Florida lawyers who protect your rights can be found at the
- Premises LiabilityContact the Law Offices of Dominic O. Fariello for a free case evaluation of your slip-and-fall accident. We can come to your home or hospital room if you are too injured to travel. Call or email our Tampa premises liability attorneys today.
- Property DamageIf you or a loved one was injured by a motorist who was texting while driving – or occupied with the Internet, food, makeup, maps or something else behind the wheel – you should talk to a lawyer. You may be able to obtain compensation for your property damage, pain and suffering, lost wages and/or other damages.
- Citizenship and Naturalization
- Personal InjuryMany people ask, "Do I have a personal injury case?" The answer is that it depends on your circumstances. In particular, it comes down to being able to prove the damages – the harm you or a loved one suffered – and the negligence of the party that caused the injury.
- Medical MalpracticeWrongful death tragedies occur in a multitude of situations: traffic accidents, medical malpractice, slip-and-falls, and from use of defective products. If you suspect that a loved one’s death is the result of another party’s negligence or reckless behavior, contact the Law Offices of Dominic O. Fariello. We aggressively protect your rights and interests, in and out of court, while remaining sensitive to your fragile emotions at this difficult time in your life.
- Auto Accidents
- Slip and Fall Injury
- Bankruptcy