The situation is all too familiar: a busy real estate broker has failed to monitor one of their sales associates properly. The sales associate has taken money from a client and accidentally placed it in their own bank account. They either do not know or forgot the full requirements to […]
The Florida Homeowners’ Construction Recovery Fund is a powerful tool for homeowners who have been wronged by a licensed contractor. The “Recovery Fund” or “the Fund,” as it’s often known, helps homeowners who have been harmed by a licensed contractor. Created under section 489.140 of the Florida Statutes, the Fund […]
The Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) is the state’s primary regulatory agency for professional licenses. It oversees more than thirty industries and professions that form the foundation of Florida’s economy. From contractors who build homes and commercial structures, to real estate agents who facilitate property transactions, to […]
The Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) serves as the primary regulatory agency for professional licenses in Florida. The licensing system is designed to establish minimum standards that protect consumers when they engage in business with regulated professionals. DBPR oversees more than 30 professions and industries, and for […]
Running a business in Florida often means juggling a maze of rules and requirements from multiple regulatory agencies. Even careful business owners can find themselves accused of breaking a rule they never knew existed. The good news is that Florida law recognizes that not every misstep should carry harsh penalties. […]
A Course Correction in Noncompete Policy In April 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) made national headlines when it voted to adopt a rule banning most noncompete agreements nationwide. The move sought to reshape employer-employee relationships in a way that would expand worker mobility and challenge traditional business protections. By […]
Florida regulates alcoholic beverages under a framework that dates back to the Prohibition Era. The system is built on a three-tier model where manufacturers can only sell to distributors, distributors serve as middlemen to retailers, and retailers may only purchase from distributors. While this system was designed to limit access […]
When you receive notice that an administrative complaint, notice to show cause, or other charging document has been filed against your license, your first instinct may not be to reach out to your customers. After all, telling your customers that your livelihood is at risk can feel counterintuitive. But in […]