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What debts can be levied against your property in Florida?

By Sean Lopez / May 6, 2020 /

In Florida, the debt collection laws allow certain creditors to collect money from individuals if the creditor is awarded a judgment in court. If the court finds that you owe someone money, you will have a judgment entered against you and the creditor will be able to pursue you for that judgment, typically with interest.…

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Business Interruption Insurance: What is it and does it cover the coronavirus?

By Sean Lopez / April 9, 2020 /

Business interruption insurance is insurance coverage which is purchased by a company in case of a disaster which prevents that business from operating as it usually would, under ideal conditions. If a company is forced to shut down because of certain perils, this insurance will kick in and cover that company so that they are…

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Everything You Need To Know About Emotional Support Animals

By Sean Lopez / March 26, 2020 /

It is becoming more and more common in today’s society to see people using animals for emotional support in a formalist, legal manner. It’s honestly a necessary evolution of the law due to the fact that landlords, homeowner’s associations and condominiums become stricter and stricter about the pets that they will allow their tenants –…

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Vicarious Liability in Florida – Employer Liability For Employee Torts

By Sean Lopez / March 26, 2020 /

If you are a business owner, or an employee of a business, these issues could impact you very differently. Most of us are either on one side of this equation or the other. Regardless of which side you’re on, the concept of vicarious liability is worth understanding. What is Vicarious Liability? Florida law dictates that…

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Starting Your Own Business in Florida

By Sean Lopez / March 26, 2020 /

Considering starting a business in Florida? If you’re thinking about starting your own business in Florida, it is worth considering your options regarding the legal nature of your business. For instance, if you create your business by yourself, you could have the option to file with the Florida Division of Corporations as a sole proprietorship…

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Buying a Home After Bankruptcy in Florida

By Sean Lopez / April 6, 2019 /

Buying a home is an important rite of passage for many, recently declaring bankruptcy does not automatically disqualify an individual from this opportunity. Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 are the most common types of bankruptcy filed. Both leave the debtor with the possibility of obtaining a mortgage after the bankruptcy is compete or while it…

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Foreclosure VS Bankruptcy in Florida

By Sean Lopez / April 4, 2019 /

High student loans, housing costs, and medical expenses leave many struggling financially. Luckily, there are a number of options to choose from if you find yourself in this situation. Bankruptcy and foreclosure are two of the most common options. Both are fact specific, paperwork intensive, and vary from case to case. If considering relief through…

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Chapter 13 Bankruptcy: Dismissal VS Discharge

By Sean Lopez / April 4, 2019 /

Bankruptcy is a complicated and difficult decision to make. Once the decision to file for bankruptcy has been made there are a number of other choices that must also be made. What type of bankruptcy will you file for? Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 are the most popular. If Chapter 7, are you prepared to…

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