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, […]
Florida divorces will now look quite different due to the passage of Senate Bill 1416. With the passage of SB1416, certain forms of alimony are eliminated and the threshold for alternating alimony awards has changed. As alimony is often one of the most hotly contested issues in a divorce, understanding […]
Business Interruption Insurance Owning a business has many perks but can also be very unpredictable. A common trait many successful business owners share is the ability to plan for the future. Business interruption insurance is one tool in the tool chest that can help business owners protect themselves from unforeseen […]
Purchasing a home is one of the most important—and stressful—purchases a consumer makes. Oftentimes, the process is long, tedious, and nerve-racking. For first-time homebuyers, there are a lot of unknowns, and for sellers, there is much to consider to protect oneself and get the best money for your investment. Unfortunately, […]
Getting Started with a Franchise There are many advantages to buying into an established franchise. Oftentimes, they are an established company with a well-known name and brand, and they have established best practices and a network of consistent business with a steady customer base. In other words, much of the […]
While not all incidents of theft are prosecuted in the criminal system, Florida’s civil system has two causes of action that allow a person or entity to pursue the theft of either money or personal property. These two causes of action are Conversion and Civil Theft, and while they are […]
Solar power is gaining traction as a common source of meeting Floridians’ electricity needs. In most cases, homeowners capture solar energy through the installation of roof mounted solar panels. Though readily accessible to most, solar panels are often unsightly and are a topic of concern and debate in community associations. […]
Getting Your Deposition Taken The thought of sitting for a deposition, whether you’re a litigant or a third-party witness, can be quite daunting, especially if you’ve never been through the process before. Keep in mind, however, that a deposition is simply part of the fact-finding process. The purpose of a […]
Post-pandemic commercial leases require updated force majeure clauses, termination rights for affected tenants, and rent relief provisions for flexibility and fairness. Protecting both parties, these clauses adapt to a changing business landscape.