A Florida business break-up can be messy. However, it doesn’t have to be that way. Instead, owners of a business who plan ahead with consideration of potential future challenges can help ensure an amicable break-up, free of drama or difficulty. And by having an experienced contract law attorney in your […]
Florida condominium law is ever-evolving. As a result, an effective condominium law attorney can help ensure condominium associations are able to collect an overdue condominium assessment from each unit owner. In this video presentation, we explain how laws govern assessments by a condominium association in northeast Florida, as well as […]
A collateral lien may exclude some categories of collateral. This is of particular concern if a piece of property changes from one category to another. In this video presentation, Charles B. Jimerson and two additional attorneys provide a thorough explanation of purchase money security interest (also known as PMSI). Additionally, the speakers […]
The construction industry has rebounded following the recession of 2008. Therefore, there is a greater demand for builders and their work than we’ve seen in years. Having a clear, thorough, binding construction contract helps to ensure that both the contractor and the client know what to expect. It also helps […]
A real estate sales contract establishes the rights and obligations of the buyer and seller. As a result, it is important to understand what each party must do to avoid a contract breach. Otherwise, litigation may become necessary in order for you to recoup losses. In this presentation, we provide […]
Foreclosure sales can be a great find. The mortgage holder, usually a bank, doesn’t want to take the time to go through the normal property sale process. And they will commonly accepts less than the property’s face value. However, with these cost savings come potential headaches. Another lender, the original […]
Is your community association prepared to deal with the aftermath of the next hurricane? Many associations around Florida were not ready to effectively handle recovery efforts from the last major hurricane season. This lack of community association preparedness resulted in unnecessary restoration and recovery delays as well as additional expenses. […]
Each year the Florida Legislature proposes and votes on bills for amending the Florida Statutes. Bills that pass both the Florida House and Senate go before the Governor who decides which bills become law. In the 2018 legislative session, approximately 150 fewer bills were proposed, and 40 fewer bills ultimately […]
Owners of waterfront property have “riparian rights” to access the navigable water and the right to a waterfront view in addition to their rights to use their upland property. Docking rights often are an area of dispute, not only for waterfront property owners seeking dock permits from the government, but […]
Many landlords are reluctant to grant tenant option to purchase in a lease agreement. That’s because the options may disincentivize other potential buyers or cause delays in the landlord’s negotiation of a sale. Still, landlords may grant options to purchase to attract large, creditworthy tenants, particularly if they are the […]