Primer on Government in the State of Florida
Tue, Dec 29, 2015
Primer on Government: Florida has several layers of government. Below is the basic make up. Federal Government: Florida has two United States Senators of the 100 total, Bill Nelson (D) and Marco Rubio (R). Florida has 27 United States Congressmen of ... Read More
Does Adultery Affect a Divorce in Florida
Wed, Oct 28, 2015
As a divorce attorney with over 30 years of experience, I can tell you first hand that marital infidelity is the number one cause for the breakup of marriages. While a researcher might say my evidence is anecdotal, client after client appears for the... Read More
Labor Department Announces Changes to FLSA White Collar Overtime Exemption Rules
Tue, Oct 27, 2015
On June 30, 2015 the Department of Labor “DOL” released their long awaited proposed rule changes to the Fair Labor Standards Act or “FLSA” white collar overtime exemptions. The FLSA requires most employers to pay their employees at least minimum wage... Read More
An Important Condominium Issue To Be Aware Of - Florida Statute 718.110(13)
Wed, Oct 14, 2015
For some people the purchase of a condominium unit signifies a change in lifestyle. They are moving from their detached home with its lawn and frequent maintenance to a relatively care free unit often overlooking the ocean, a river, or a golf course... Read More
Florida Supreme Court Upholds Validity of Prenuptial Agreement
Fri, Sep 11, 2015
In an opinion released on September 10, 2015, the Florida Supreme Court ruled that the provisions of a prenuptial agreement were broad enough to waive a wife’s claim to any assets owned by husband at the time of the agreement or acquired in his name ... Read More
Employee Handbook
Fri, Aug 07, 2015
An employee handbook is an important communication tool between an employer and their employees. Every employer, no matter the size, should consider implementing an employee handbook. A thorough and well written handbook sets forth the employer’s exp... Read More
Let's Talk About That Mortgage!
Mon, Jul 06, 2015
Equitable distribution is a mouthful that describes the division of the parties' marital assets and liabilities during a divorce. We divorce lawyers aim to protect our clients' assets. We also help divide up what has been accumulated during the marri... Read More
Tenants in Foreclosure
Thu, Jul 02, 2015
It is the nightmare of every tenant. You pay rent, don’t cause any trouble, and suddenly you learn that the property you live in is going through a foreclosure. Worse yet, some tenants do not become aware of the foreclosure until after it is complet... Read More
Does the Homeowners Association Have Teeth?
Mon, May 04, 2015
A Homeowners Association, also known as an “HOA,” is an interesting creature of statute. When an individual buys a property governed by an HOA they automatically become a member of the association and their property is subject to the restrictions set... Read More
Parental Responsibility
Mon, Apr 27, 2015
Under the dissolution of marriage statute in the state of Florida, when the parties have minor children, one of the first matters that must be decided and made part of what is called the Parenting Plan, is parental responsibility for their children. Read More
