A former executive with Coke Florida has been sued for a breach of contract by his one-time employer. The executive had originally filed his own lawsuit in Hillsboro County on March 2, claiming that Coca-Cola Beverages Florida LLC owed him $43 million. This amount is apparently a fraction of the $1.2 billion in revenue that […]
Melbourne Legal Blog
When an individual passes, as part of managing the decedent’s estate, not only do all of that person’s assets have to be gathered together, but any outstanding debts, tax filings, and distributions of money or property have to be handled as well. The individual most often called upon to handle such affairs and uphold certain […]
Trusts, especially living trusts, often include property beyond personal effects, such as real estate or investments. If the creator of the trust did not own the asset outright, a mortgage may remain in their name and the loan must be serviced by the administrator or beneficiary of the trust. Mortgaged properties in Florida may be […]
Investing can be a smart way to make money quickly and plan for your future financial security. However, depending on the kind of investment, it can be inherently risky as well. You may seek professional advice on how to invest your money. Unfortunately, not everyone is trustworthy in the business world. You have probably heard […]
People who have spent decades building up their personal wealth will sometimes put it in a trust when they pass away, opting to leave it to a charity. Why do they decide to give away what they have worked so hard for? Below are five common reasons: They trust that leaving it to charity means […]
A couple that built an idyllic life for themselves on 80 acres of land is now suing their new neighbors to try to stop a shooting range from finishing construction next door. According to the couple, they aren’t against a gun range in general — they’re only against it being so close to their farm. […]
Any major project is likely going to come with a contract. You should be able to count on each party in the project to comply with their responsibilities and duties in the project. When this doesn’t happen, the project can come to a grinding halt. We know that a stopped project or an inappropriately handled […]
The Home Owner’s Association is there to help ensure the maintenance and proper care of the common areas within the community. However, sometimes those pursuits may lead to discrepancies that result in disputes with the HOA. In order for residents to fight the HOA successfully, it is important they understand the different aspects the process entails. There are a […]
Many companies or individuals rely on contracts to hold others they decide to do business with accountable for doing what they say they’re going to do. They’re written where anyone who fails to follow through with what they say that they’re going to do, also known as breaching a contract, can be held financially liable […]
The owners of Dania Farms have just settled a legal battle with Broward County, to the tune of $42 million plus fees. The suit claimed that the Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport resulted in frequent flooding of the farm’s 38 acres. The land has been owned by the Shaw family for more than 80 years. In […]
