A federal lawsuit was filed on behalf of a permanent resident. The lawsuit claimed that a Florida sheriff's department had illegally detained the individual. The sheriff's office also is said to have referred the immigrant to the U.S. Immigration and Customs...
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Are Florida real estate laws biased against the poor?
Some Florida renters get eviction notices from their landlords. Many of them have tried to fight an eviction, but certain laws that are on the books make it difficult. A lot of people believe that real estate laws about evictions make it highly unlikely, if not...
Factors to address before purchasing commercial property
There may be a multitude of factors that may have a significant influence over the success of your business endeavors. Choosing the right location for your business is an example of something that may prove essential to promoting continued growth, but it can also be a...
Immigrant advocates in Florida protest new bill
Last year, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis arranged to fly immigrants who had arrived in this state from other countries to locations in other states. The flights reportedly cost at least $12 million, which came out of a fund that had been set up for the purpose. On a...
Real estate lawsuit alleges property mismanagement
A developer who has a firm based in Florida has been sued by the owner of a string of apartment complexes in another state. The developer was reportedly hired by the plaintiff as a property manager. The real estate lawsuit that was filed in a circuit court seeks $2...
Do real estate agents in Florida steer buyers?
Florida is a prime location for those who want to relocate to a warm climate. Many people of various age groups buy their first homes in this state or move here in their later years for retirement. Throughout the country, many real estate agents have been accused of a...
Florida truck owner battling HOA
A Florida man who has lived in the same neighborhood for 27 years has recently encountered legal problems. The local homeowners association has notified him that he is at risk for substantial fines, as well as a possible lien against his home. The central focus of the...
Reducing the risk of project delays in the construction industry
The field of construction remains a booming industry, and new opportunities for expansion and growth may appear in this field nearly every day. Your construction company may take on numerous projects in Florida every year, and each task may come with its own set of...
Florida immigration officers accused of voyeurism
In Florida and elsewhere throughout the country, many immigrants reside in detention centers. County jails are often used for such purposes. Being a detainee in an immigration detention center does not mean that a person has no rights. Numerous women have recently...
Florida real estate laws help resolve tenant v. landlord disputes
Florida is a prime real estate location for many retirees, families and vacationers. Not everyone who moves or visits here owns their homes. Many people prefer to rent, thus creating a tenant/landlord relationship. This can become problematic if a legal dispute...