Miami is the backdrop for many luxury homes, some worth millions of dollars. As in all states, when a broker or agent sells a home, the seller is typically obligated to pay a commission. This issue is the central focus of a real estate dispute that is brewing in...
Florida has an Office of the Condominium Ombudsman that handles homeowner complaints against HOAs. It is not uncommon for such issues to arise, especially regarding “fine print” matters that might be overlooked if written policies are not carefully reviewed. An...
Florida is home to many people who have emigrated from other countries. Some have already obtained green cards or initiated the naturalization process. Others, however, may be facing legal problems as they navigate the U.S. immigration system and asylum process. There...
The Florida Attorney General recently sued MV Realty company. The Attorneys General of two other states also sued. All three states have accused the company of predatory lending. The real estate dispute concerns supposed “services” that the company has provided under...
Many Florida communities have rules and regulations regarding issues such as parking, guest parking, monthly dues, maintenance and more. When homeowners or their guests encounter legal issues with a Homeowners Association, litigation may be necessary to help resolve...
The planning stages of a new construction project can be a stressful time, as there could be a multitude of essential factors to address prior to initiating operations. Defining the scope of a project is just one type of step that could be vital to protecting your...
Florida has a diverse population, including tourists, retirees and many immigrants. If you’re part of the latter category, you may understand how stressful and sometimes frightening it can be to worry about your legal status or to encounter challenges regarding a...
Having to appear in a Florida court can be a worrisome and stressful experience. For someone at risk for removal, that stress is intensified. If an immigration hearing does not go well, a person might be expelled from the United States and, in some cases, prohibited...
Many people are getting ready to move to Florida or relocate within the state. There are numerous housing options to choose from, some of which include communities that have a lot of amenities to offer their members. When considering joining a community that is run by...
A federal judge sitting in Miami has handed down a ruling that has made a particular entrepreneur happy while producing a less positive outcome for the man’s former business partner who filed a claim against him. The plaintiff had claimed that the defendant...
