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Suing a Moving Company for Damage to Property in Florida

By Sean Lopez / June 11, 2020 /

Moving to a new home should be an exciting time, but it can quickly become stressful if your belongings are damaged. If you’ve experienced property damage at the hands of a moving company in Florida, you may be wondering what steps to take next. This guide will walk you through the process of seeking compensation…

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How To Select the Right Title Company for Your Real Estate Purchase

By Sean Lopez / June 5, 2020 /

When purchasing real estate, it is imperative that you select the right title company. A title company performs many essential functions when purchasing a piece of property, and if you choose the wrong title company you could be in for a huge headache. So, what exactly does a title company do and how do you…

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Being Evicted in Florida: What You Need To Know!

By Sean Lopez / May 21, 2020 /

If you rent an apartment in Florida, you know that you have certain obligations and duties to your landlord. One of the most obvious, is to pay rent on time. There are others, such as agreeing not to allow illegal activities to take place on the property and not staying beyond your lease period. In…

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What is the difference between being furloughed and laid off in Florida?

By Sean Lopez / May 6, 2020 /

With the current state of the job situation in the United States due to the coronavirus, many people are no longer working. There are thousands of Americans who are now hearing terms like fired, furloughed and laid off for the first time. What exactly do these terms mean and what rights come along with each…

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What debts can be levied against your property in Florida?

By Sean Lopez / May 6, 2020 /

In Florida, the debt collection laws allow certain creditors to collect money from individuals if the creditor is awarded a judgment in court. If the court finds that you owe someone money, you will have a judgment entered against you and the creditor will be able to pursue you for that judgment, typically with interest.…

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Business Interruption Insurance: What is it and does it cover the coronavirus?

By Sean Lopez / April 9, 2020 /

Business interruption insurance is insurance coverage which is purchased by a company in case of a disaster which prevents that business from operating as it usually would, under ideal conditions. If a company is forced to shut down because of certain perils, this insurance will kick in and cover that company so that they are…

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Everything You Need To Know About Emotional Support Animals

By Sean Lopez / March 26, 2020 /

It is becoming more and more common in today’s society to see people using animals for emotional support in a formalist, legal manner. It’s honestly a necessary evolution of the law due to the fact that landlords, homeowner’s associations and condominiums become stricter and stricter about the pets that they will allow their tenants –…

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Vicarious Liability in Florida – Employer Liability For Employee Torts

By Sean Lopez / March 26, 2020 /

If you are a business owner, or an employee of a business, these issues could impact you very differently. Most of us are either on one side of this equation or the other. Regardless of which side you’re on, the concept of vicarious liability is worth understanding. What is Vicarious Liability? Florida law dictates that…

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Starting Your Own Business in Florida

By Sean Lopez / March 26, 2020 /

Considering starting a business in Florida? If you’re thinking about starting your own business in Florida, it is worth considering your options regarding the legal nature of your business. For instance, if you create your business by yourself, you could have the option to file with the Florida Division of Corporations as a sole proprietorship…

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Buying a Home After Bankruptcy in Florida

By Sean Lopez / April 6, 2019 /

Buying a home is an important rite of passage for many, recently declaring bankruptcy does not automatically disqualify an individual from this opportunity. Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 are the most common types of bankruptcy filed. Both leave the debtor with the possibility of obtaining a mortgage after the bankruptcy is compete or while it…

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