The most important thing to remember about Florida eviction laws is that it is a legal process. This must be followed at all times. Landlords cannot use “self-help” measures to evict tenants on their own. Otherwise, tenants can sue the landlord for an illegal eviction. First, the landlord must give the tenant notice of the […]
Teen drivers present obvious risks to both themselves and other drivers on the road. Even though many individual teens are responsible and careful, the overall class of drivers has a much greater statistical chance of being in an accident. Here are three reasons why: Inexperience Accident avoidance often comes with experience. It takes time to […]
The word “probate” instills fear in a lot of people, and rightfully so. This can be a time-consuming process with more than its share of pitfalls. For some estates, it will be well worth the investment to find a way to protect your assets and avoid probate. A living trust will keep your estate out […]
This is often the first question that we are asked in the initial consultation with a potential client. The answer that we usually give is that it depends on your own particular situation, but we will know how to value your case when we learn more. The rule that applies is that the person responsible […]
When many people think of estate planning, they think of wills, trusts, and other legal tools that help them plan for after they pass away. However, estate planning has another important purpose – to plan to protect your interests should you become incapacitated by illness or injury. Should this happen, you want to make sure […]
Many divorcing spouses have a difficult time getting along, which might be a major reason they have decided to end their marriages. However, refusing to compromise and agree during the divorce process will lead to a contested divorce, which means that one or more issues are not settled between the spouses before they file. In […]
Trademarks protect the different aspects of your brand, which is critical to prevent losses or consumer confusion due to misappropriation by other parties. However, there are times in which you might want to specifically allow another party to use your trademark. Once your trademark is properly registered with the United States Patent and Trademark Office […]
Car accidents are one of the most common causes of accidental injury in the United States. Under Florida law, if you are injured in an accident caused by another person, you are entitled to compensation for your accident-related damages. Unfortunately, most victims are unaware of their legal rights, and insurance companies are in the business […]
Too many people assume that once they have an estate plan, their work is done, and they do not have to worry about the issue again. However, we all know that circumstances change, and many changes warrant updating various aspects of your estate plan. You should take time to contact an estate planning lawyer in […]
Many businesses struggled to survive in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic and related financial crisis, and many owners had to close their doors. However, many people are also finding opportunities to start new ventures, especially online. The online market means you do not need employees or customers together in a physical environment, and it […]
