Understanding Service of Process

Understanding Service of Process

After a party files a lawsuit against another individual or company, Florida law requires that the filing party formally notify that individual of the lawsuit. This formal notice is called “service of process.” This requirement is in place to make sure defendants are...
Reasonably Ascertainable Creditors – What Does It Mean?

Reasonably Ascertainable Creditors – What Does It Mean?

Are you a creditor of an Estate (i.e. do you have a claim against an individual who has passed away)? You may wonder: is there a time limit for you to file a claim against the Estate? Alternatively, if you have been appointed as a Personal Representative of an Estate,...
Business Litigation on a Hybrid or Contingent Fee?

Business Litigation on a Hybrid or Contingent Fee?

Business litigation on the traditional hourly fee model is oftentimes expensive and downright cost-prohibitive for many individuals and small businesses.  Mindful of the costs, risks, and potential rewards of business litigation, our firm offers three different fee...
How it Works –  Florida Sentencing Law

How it Works – Florida Sentencing Law

The law regarding sentencing for a criminal conviction will likely (hopefully) remain nothing more than a curiosity for most of us. Nevertheless, it does no harm to understand the workings of a scheme that so profoundly affects the lives of many Floridians. Until...