Understanding Ancillary Probate in Florida
Benjamin Franklin is famously credited in saying that two things in life are certain: death and taxes. So, what happens to all of your stuff (assets, bank accounts, etc.) when you die? We’ve covered the importance of a Last Will and Testament in a few blog posts, but how does a Will...
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Navigating Post-Judgment Discovery in Florida
Have you secured a final judgment against a party in a Florida court? Receiving a final judgment in a Florida court is a huge victory, but to collect on this judgment, the next critical phase of the legal process is post-judgment discovery. During post-judgment discovery, the party who obtained the...
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The Difficulty of Litigating Smaller Cases
For cases with up to $8,000 in controversy, Small Claims Court provides a convenient and user-friendly option where individuals and businesses can obtain relatively quick justice, often without having to hire a lawyer. If you have such a claim, run a search online for the name of your county with...
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The Probate Administration Process
The Florida probate process is governed by the Florida Probate Code found in Chapters 731 through 735 of the Florida Statutes. These chapters lay out the framework for...
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What Does Personal Liability Look Like On The Job?
Can an employee of a company be personally liable for incidents that happen while on the job? The short answer is “Yes.”
Corporations, limited partnerships, limited liability companies and other entities formed for the purpose of shielding individuals while conducting business can lull one into a false sense of safety. It...
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Understanding Asset Purchases
In the dynamic world of business transactions, asset purchases play a crucial role in the growth and development of companies. Whether you are a business owner looking to expand or an entrepreneur seeking to acquire valuable assets, it is essential to understand...
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Understanding Collection of Attorney’s Fees Under Florida Law
Navigating through the complexities of the legal system in Florida can be daunting, especially when it comes to understanding the intricacies of recovering attorney's fees in a legal action. As a client engaged in active litigation or considering whether to initiate litigation against a party, you may be wondering whether you can...
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The New Corporate Transparency Act: What Is It and How Does It Impact My Business?
The recently enacted Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) is set to reshape the landscape of business practices. This legislative milestone signals a significant shift toward greater transparency. According to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), a bureau of the U.S. Department of Treasury, the CTA...
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What is the Value of an Injury?
Ever since Liebeck v. McDonald’s Restaurants entered the public consciousness—the hot coffee case—there has been a notion that personal injury suits are a lottery ticket. In reality, the law and a number of practical considerations combine to exert downward pressure on the compensation a Plaintiff can recover for his or her...
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If You Move to Dismiss Part of a Pleading, Do You Respond to the Rest?
Occasionally, I see good lawyers move to dismiss part of a pleading – maybe one or two counts of a five-count complaint or counterclaim – and simultaneously, needlessly, file an answer to the rest of the pleading “in an abundance of caution.” The good news is that, with just a couple of exceptions, you...
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