As a real estate attorney, I am often approached with the question of whether it’s necessary to hire an attorney when purchasing a new home. After all, there is no requirement in the state of Florida that a homebuyer needs to be represented by counsel. Plus, there are several other […]
When construction contractors in Florida are hired by a tenant to work on leased property, those contractors must understand their construction lien rights. In certain circumstances, those construction lien rights may not be as robust as the contractor thinks. This blog will provide an overview of a contractor’s lien rights […]
A person is required to obtain a license to legally work as a contractor in Florida. Chapter 489 of the Florida Statutes and the Construction Industry Licensing Board sets forth the requirements for a person to obtain a contractor’s license in Florida, including the necessary application, education, experience, age, financial […]
On November 5, 2021, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (“OSHA”) published 29 C.F.R. 1910, commonly referred to as the “vaccine mandate” and referred to by OSHA as the “ETS on Vaccination and Testing,” which requires private employers with over 100 employees to either mandate employees get vaccinated or undergo […]
Featured in the November 2021 Issue Partner’s Perspective: Making Time to Keep Perspective Jimerson Birr Ranked Among Best Law Firms in the Nation Gregory J. Lesak, Jr. Joins Jimerson Birr as Special Counsel Last Chance to Vote for Jimerson Birr in the Florida Community Association Journal’s Reader’s Choice Awards Curiosities, […]
When lawsuits are filed, sometimes the prevailing party is entitled to attorney’s fees. As a general rule in Florida, those attorney’s fees may only be awarded if a statute or contract allows for them. See State Farm Fire & Cas. CO. v. Palma, 629 So.2d 830, 832 (Fla. 1993). For […]
Paying off one’s mortgage can be an exciting time for homeowners. Not only is the homeowner relieved of the burden of their monthly mortgage payments, but they are also finally able to proclaim that the property is owned free and clear. However, making the payoff alone does not automatically free […]
Jacksonville, Fla — November 5, 2021 — Jimerson Birr, a Florida-based business law firm, has been named one of the “Best Law Firms” for the third consecutive year, according to U.S. News – Best Lawyers® 2022 rankings. Firms recognized by U.S. News – Best Lawyers® go through a rigorous screening […]
Featured in the October 2021 Issue Partner’s Perspective: Strategic Planning Tips for Peak Performance: Nobody Who Ever Gave Their Best Ever Regretted It Jimerson Birr Hosts Panel on Protecting Your Business From a Ransomware Attack Cast Your Vote: Jimerson Birr Nominated for a Reader’s Choice Award from Florida Community Association Journal […]
It is a common question whether certain restrictive covenants, such as confidentiality agreements, are enforceable in Florida. A restrictive covenant is a contractual agreement or provision designed to protect a party’s business interests and restricts what a party is allowed to do after the agreement is executed. See Proudfoot Consulting […]