On May 26, 2022, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed the Building Safety Act for Condominium and Cooperative Associations (“Building Safety Act”) into law. The Building Safety Act brings sweeping changes to Florida’s condominium and cooperative association laws, particularly regarding building inspections and reserves. This article will provide an overview of […]
Any employer, large or small, may run the risk of dealing with disgruntled ex-employees. One common problem employers face is negative and false reviews about their businesses left by former employees on Glassdoor or similar platforms. The biggest problem for most employers is that these false reviews tend to be […]
A trustee of a trust in Florida has numerous duties to which they must adhere to in the administration of the trust. A trustee’s failure to do so may constitute a breach of trust and give rise to legal claims by trust beneficiaries. The Florida Trust Code provides an overview […]
Is your association breaking the law? 50/50 raffles are fundraisers commonly hosted by community associations. These raffles are often very successful and generate significant engagement as half the proceeds go to the raffle winner. However, if your association is hosting a 50/50 raffle, the association is most likely breaking the […]
Featured in the May 2022 Issue Partner’s Perspective: Drive On Jimerson Birr recognized as top litigation firm for accessibility, results, and reputation Theresa C. Pontieri, Esq. joins Jimerson Birr Blog Highlights Curiosities, Ruminations and Various Eccentricities of Firm Biz READ NEWSLETTER
Featured in the April 2022 Issue Jimerson Birr Managing Partner Charles B. Jimerson interviewed by the Columbus Dispatch Two Jimerson Birr team members pass the Florida Bar Exam Jimerson Birr recognized as top litigation firm for accessibility, results, and reputation Blog Highlights Curiosities, Ruminations and Various Eccentricities of Firm Biz […]
On Monday, April 11, 2022, the Columbus Dispatch published an article in its crime section about the comparative ease of removing a presiding judge over a trial in Florida as opposed to Ohio. Managing partner Charles B. Jimerson, who has written extensively on the subject, was interviewed for the story […]
Join Jimerson Birr on Saturday, May 14, 2022, for a free Community Association Board Member Certification Course. This is a DBPR-approved educational program designed for association board officers and directors. The course, led by Jimerson Birr Associate Attorney Bryan M. Davis, will help participants understand how effective associations can and […]
Jacksonville, Fla — March 10, 2022 — For the fifth year, Jimerson Birr has been recognized by the Law Firm 500, which celebrates the fastest-growing law firms in the United States. The firm placed 101 out of 500, climbing 50 spots since its previous listing. The Law Firm 500 measures […]
Consequential damages for breach of a construction contract are a significant risk that contractors need to understand and be aware of in connection with construction projects. This blog explains the difference between consequential damages and direct damages for breach of contract, and provides recommended ways for construction contractors to mitigate […]