Those who live in Florida or visit here on vacation have no doubt been to one or more of the state’s beautiful beaches. There are more than 600 miles of sandy beaches in the Sunshine State. Some stretches of sand have sparked real estate disputes in the past when...
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Immigration center denies entrance to investigators
In Florida and throughout the country, many individuals have filed complaints regarding mistreatment in detention centers. Such complaints often cite issues like inhumane living conditions, denied medical care, neglected hygiene needs and substandard food quality....
Preparing to develop through condominium bylaws
The condominium lifestyle may be an appealing concept for many, and the need for similar living arrangements may be a constant demand in various areas of Florida. While there may be a variety of benefits involved with pursuing similar real estate endeavors, you might...
Florida developer enmeshed in real estate dispute
Within the last year, Florida passed a new law that enables building developers to bypass certain zoning codes. To do so, they must provide affordable housing structures, otherwise known as “workforce housing.” A real estate dispute is now simmering between a luxury...
When real estate law and criminal law intersect
A woman’s son recently told Florida investigators about an incident that took place between his mother and her neighbor. It was reportedly not the first time the two women had argued. Real estate law, and more specifically, the property line between the two women’s...
Property owner facing criminal charges after HOA dispute
A man who lives in another state maintains a backyard apiary (beehives) as a hobby. This man believes he has a right to do so. Several others disagree, however, including members of the HOA that governs community property where the man lives. An HOA dispute has led to...
What might affect the validity of a construction contract?
Creating a thorough contract can be one of the most integral aspects of preparing to initiate operations on any type of construction project. This agreement can include terms that govern many aspects of the project, and these terms may also act to protect the...
Immigration at a detention facility speak out
In Florida and surrounding states, thousands of people have been detained as they await adjudication of their cases. These detainees have all emigrated from other countries of origin. A group being housed in a bordering state has rallied their voices together to...
Understanding Florida escrow laws can avoid real estate disputes
The term “immediately” means “within three business days” regarding the depositing of escrow funds in Florida. A broker must deposit escrow funds into an insured escrow or trust account at a bank, savings and loan association, trust company, credit union or title...
Florida condo residents claim association mismanagement
A group of Florida residents who live in the same building have been hit with a repair bill totaling more than $30 million. One woman who spoke with reporters said that her assigned portion of the bill is $145,000. The woman, who works as a nurse and lives with her...