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Does Florida Have Small Business Certifications?
Miami-Dade County Small Business Programs In addition to the Federal and Florida government certifications, small businesses in Miami-Dade County can
Eric Gros-Dubois May 8, 2020
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Real Estate Law
Should You Use a S-Corporation or a LLC for Rental Properties?
After deciding whether to invest in rental properties, it is important to make an informed decision regarding the kind of business entity your company should become.
Eric Gros-Dubois January 13, 2020
Business Litigation
How do you Serve Process on Corporations?
Service of process in Florida can be made in person as well as by mail. To serve a corporation in person, the plaintiff should coordinate with the sheriff of the county in which the person to be served on behalf of the corporation is located.
Oscar Gomez January 6, 2020
Business Law
Florida Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Act
Courts have given some guidance on what constitutes deceptive and unfair trade practices by companies in Florida. A business engages in deceptive practices if the action is likely to mislead the consumer. On the other hand, a business participates in unfair practices if it acts contrary to public policy by behaving unethically or oppressively towards consumers or other businesses.
Oscar Gomez January 3, 2020
Real Estate Law
What Can a Landlord do if a Tenant Leaves Behind Property?
One of the most tension fraught relationships is that of a landlord-tenant. Landlords are subject to a variety of laws including regulation of rent, termination, and eviction. One such law is the Disposition of Personal Property Landlord and Tenant Act, which prescribes rules by which landlords are allowed to dispose of tenant property which remains on the premises after a tenancy is terminated.
Eric Gros-Dubois January 3, 2020
Estate Planning
What are the Consequences of not Having a Will?
What happens if you do not have a will or your will is not valid? In these cases, the state declares the individual to have died “intestate,” and your property follows a chain of succession to determine the owner.
Kathrine Karimi January 3, 2020
Estate Planning
Probate Assets vs. Non-Probate Assets
Probate is the process after a person passes or becomes disabled; their assets are put on hold until the will is validated, any remaining debt is paid off, and the beneficiaries of the will are identified. Probate can be a long and stressful process, especially after such a difficult time. Non-probate assets avoid this long, costly process and pass directly to a decedent’s heirs.
Kathrine Karimi December 31, 2019
Civil Litigation
What is a Florida Construction Lien? What are the Preliminary Concerns?
Most contractors, subcontractors, laborers, material-men, or professionals hired to improve, or make improvements to, a property which cost more than $2,500 can file a construction lien.
Eric Gros-Dubois December 31, 2019
Employment Law
Can My Boss Fire Me for No Reason?
If you live in an at-will state, you can be fired for no reason at all. However, if you are wrongfully terminated, you may be able to sue.
Oscar Gomez December 23, 2019
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
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