On July 1, 2024, HB 59 became effective. This bill created new requirements for Homeowners’ Associations (“HOA”) to provide copies of certain records to members of the HOA, including the HOA’s declaration of covenants, amendments to the declaration of covenants, and the HOA rules. HOAs, as well as Community Association […]
Navigating corporate disputes can feel like walking through a minefield. One misstep can result in costly and time-consuming legal battles that jeopardize relationships and the business. These five tips below can help you manage corporate disputes effectively without resorting to litigation. Tip #1: Know Your Governing Documents Knowledge is power […]
Featured in the May 2024 Issue: Partner’s Perspective: The Power of Motivation in the Workplace High performance and personal satisfaction. In a utopian workplace, those factors are completely aligned—one feeding the other—as high achievers derive great satisfaction in a job well done, the fulfilled achiever continues to seek greatness for […]
The ultimate test of a binding settlement agreement is whether the parties to the agreement have a “meeting of the minds,” which is a mutual understanding of the essential terms of the agreement. At least one court in Florida has now ruled emails between attorneys can constitute an enforceable settlement […]
Featured in the April 2024 Issue: Partner’s Perspective: Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone in the Workplace “In our fast-paced world, filled with ambitious goals and grand aspirations, it is easy to overlook the significance of small victories. However, there is a profound impact that celebrating small wins can have […]
In the ever-evolving realm of construction contracts, navigating the contractual dispute resolution procedures can pose significant challenges for contractors. Since the 2007 revision to AIA contract forms, the so-called Initial Decision Maker (IDM) process has become more common and is presenting new challenges for contractors. Thus, a basic understanding of […]
Acquiring a money judgment through the litigation process in the State of Florida can be tough, arduous, and expensive. When a court enters a civil money judgment, it creates a judgment debtor and a judgment creditor. If the judgment debtor fails or refuses to pay the amount of the judgment, […]
Regulations related to pregnant workers were recently expanded by the Pregnancy Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), effective June 27, 2023. In this blog post, we will evaluate how the PWFA compares to its predecessor, the Pregnancy Discrimination Act of 1978 (PDA), to understand how regulations related to pregnant workers have changed […]
Featured in the March 2024 Issue: Partner’s Perspective: Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone in the Workplace “For many of us, ideal professional growth includes the continuous development and application of skills to make a positive impact on your current position and career pursuits. Often, folks in the workplace are […]
Having a well-drafted subcontractor agreement is crucial for identifying the responsibilities, rights, and expectations of the contractor and a subcontractor when working together to complete a project. Here are four essential tips to consider when drafting your subcontractor agreement: Tip #1: Payment Rights The subcontractor agreement should clearly outline the […]