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Employment Law

Should Employees Request and Keep a Signed Copy of Their Employment Contract?

As an employee, you should know what you are entitled to from your employer. It

Eric Gros-Dubois January 14, 2021

Business Law

Florida Shareholder Inspection Rights

It is not uncommon for corporate directors to act in their own self-interest or for

Elizabeth Fernandez January 13, 2021

Business Law

Do S-Corporation Shareholders Have to Take Equal Distributions?

S-Corporations are some of the most common corporate entities that are used in the state

Eric Gros-Dubois January 6, 2021

Tax Law

What is Deferred Compensation and How Can Your Business Benefit from it?

Many Florida companies benefit from using deferred compensation plans for a variety of reasons. Some startup companies lack the current cashflow to hire key employees; however, the company might be able to attract the right candidate by tying a portion of the employee’s compensation to future corporate earnings.

Alex Cruz December 16, 2020

COVID-19

Can a Business Owner in Florida Require Patrons to Wear a Mask?

Yes, businesses that are open to the public are responsible for complying with legitimate safety requirements. Thus, a business may enforce policies and restrictions for the safety, comfort, and peace of mind of other people.

Eric Gros-Dubois December 8, 2020

Trusts & Estates

Do Non-Married Partners Have Inheritance Rights In Florida?

Long-term relationships and domestic partnerships are becoming more common in today’s society, which brings with it a host of legal issues, especially when it comes to estate planning and death. Unlike in a traditional marital relationship, when one of the partners becomes deceased, there are no marriage laws to protect the surviving partner when claiming the assets of their now deceased partner’s estate.

Niuris Bezanilla September 24, 2020

Business Law

How Does Florida Regulate Payday Loans?

In Florida, there are various laws which prescribe limitations on payday loans. First and foremost, any company wishing to issue payday loans must be licensed. Notably, the additional restrictions under Florida law include limitations on the number of loans you can have outstanding per customer, the amount of the loan, the fees and costs that can be charged, and the collections process if a customer does not pay their loan back.

Silvino Diaz September 10, 2020

Property Law

How to Foreclose on Homestead and Non-Homestead Properties?

In Florida, the homestead exemption does not have a property value limit. Having a homestead in Florida conveys numerous tax benefits on their owners. Therefore, many move to Florida from other states in order to receive those tax benefits as well as to protect their homestead property from forced sales.

Eric Gros-Dubois August 3, 2020

Family Law

Common Law Marriage in Florida

The concept of common law marriage originated in English common law. It typically involves a cohabiting couple enjoying the same or nearly the same rights as a legally married couple. Today, only a minority of states recognize common law marriages in the United States.

Oscar Gomez July 21, 2020

Tax Law

What Is an Agricultural Tax Exemption in Florida?

The Agricultural Tax Exemption is a property tax exemption that landowners may receive, if they can show that their land is being put to agricultural use. Different states define “agricultural use” in different ways. For example, Florida requires agricultural use to be bona fide. Fl. Stat. § 193.461. “Bona fide agricultural purpose” is defined as a “good faith commercial agricultural use of the land.” Fla. Stat. § 193.461(1)(b) (2009). Some states require the agricultural use to be for commercial purposes, and for some profits to be gained from the land.

Eric Gros-Dubois June 25, 2020

COVID-19

What is Pandemic Unemployment Assistance?

What is Pandemic Unemployment Assistance? The Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (“PUA”) is a federal program, in

Oscar Gomez June 15, 2020

Uncategorized

What Kind of Licenses do you need to Sell Jewelry in Miami?

Do you have to have a license to sell jewelry in Florida? To sell jewelry

Eric Gros-Dubois June 8, 2020

COVID-19

Is there a Grace Period for Rental Payments during the COVID-19 Pandemic?

A grace period is a predetermined period of time immediately following a payment due date

Eric Gros-Dubois March 30, 2020

Business Law

CARES ACT §1102 Paycheck Protection Program §1106 Loan Forgiveness

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY: The CARES ACT passed by the U.S. Congress on Friday, March 27, 2020

Eric Gros-Dubois March 30, 2020

Tax Law

Taxes Upon Conversion

Corporations are often today converted into “disregarded entities” for tax purposes, such as avoiding “double taxation”. A disregarded entity is a business that is not separated from the owner for tax purposes.

Eric Gros-Dubois February 6, 2020

Tax Law

What is a Tax Clearance Letter & what is the Purpose?

A potential buyer should obtain a businesses’ tax clearance letter. If a buyer fails to conduct its due diligence on the tax side of the business, he or she could be on the hook for any taxes owed by the seller.

Eric Gros-Dubois January 3, 2020

Business Law

Is My Cryptocurrency Protected?

There’s a number of ways an individual can protect their cryptocurrency, however, that doesn’t necessarily mean it will always be safe. The arising issue with digital exchange is the fact that it can be a popular target for hackers.

Eric Gros-Dubois November 25, 2019

Civil Litigation

What is Defamation?

Defamation is a false statement about a person, portrayed as a fact, that is intended to harm the person’s reputation. All the elements of defamation must be present, meaning that mere gossip may not always be considered defamation.

Eric Gros-Dubois November 21, 2019

Uncategorized

What you Should Know About CBD Infused Products

In Florida, Governor Ron De Santis signed legislation that legalizes state-licensed hemp farming and sales in Florida. On the other hand, the federal government still considers CBD to be in the same class as marijuana.

Eric Gros-Dubois November 14, 2019