Business Disputes And Arbitration
If you are pursuing legal action in connection with a business contract dispute, it is possible there is a provision in the contract to move toward arbitration. An alternative to…
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Protect Yourself From Timeshare Regret
Sales of timeshares are often connected to customers acting on impulse, without people doing the research they need to do to determine if the purchase is truly a good investment.…
What If I Was Injured In A Tampa Store Or A Sarasota Restaurant?
People slip and fall in public all of the time. You have likely been shopping in a mall or dining in a restaurant and seen someone take a fall. Thankfully, in most situations, the…
Some Men Receive Maintenance Payments After A Divorce
Ending a marriage is extremely stressful. While emotions can be a large part of the upset, there are also times when a pending divorce brings financial stress as well. If one…
Can I Appeal A Denied Claim?
Your need for compensation may be clear to you. After all, if you were hurt in a Florida accident, it is natural to rely on insurance coverage to help you handle medical expenses…
Is A Property Owner Liable When A Fight Breaks Out Between Guests?
Private property owners typically have a legal responsibility to keep their premises “reasonably safe” for invited guests. This means that the owner must take reasonable steps to…
When Can A Policyholder Demand An Appraisal?
In Florida insurance law, an appraisal provides a means of resolving a dispute between the insurer and the policyholder regarding the amount of a covered loss. Appraisal is not…
How “Choice Of Law” Affected A Judge’s Interpretation Of A Boating Insurance Policy
When interpreting an insurance policy, the choice of law will often determine how a court will enforce that policy’s terms. In this context, choice of law refers to…
How “Restrictive Covenants” Work In Florida
Employment is usually “at-will” in Florida. In other words, an employer is free to fire an employee, or an employee is free to quit and seek employment elsewhere. In many cases, a…
Can You Sue An Insurance Company For “Unjust Enrichment”?
Policyholders are understandably upset when an insurance company denies their claim for coverage. This can lead to litigation, typically for breach of contract. But what about…
Is A Florida Timeshare Subject To Foreclosure?
When you purchase a deeded timeshare, you are actually buying an interest in real property. As with any real estate purchase, many buyers finance their timeshares by taking out a…
Does Florida’s New “Pre-Suit” Requirement For Insurance Disputes Apply Retroactively?
Last year, the Florida legislature adopted significant changes to the state’s property insurance laws. Among these amendments are a new requirement that commercial or residential…
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