On July 1, a new Florida statute went into effect that aims to change how physicians’ non-compete agreements have historically been enforced. Florida Statutes Chapter 542 has now been updated to disallow health care organizations from suing doctors practicing in certain fields or rural areas for violating their non-compete agreements. Up until the signing of […]
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Death is the ultimate mystery, and philosophers have spent thousands of years ruminating on where the experience may take us. But there are several questions that have to be answered about death in our world that take more practical forms. One of the questions that interests the others around us is how we leave our […]
It is easier than ever before to create a will. At least, that is what some businesses want you to think. Numerous online services have popped up in recent years that allow people to create digital wills. It seems like a great service, but anyone in need of a will needs to dig deeper. A person […]
Before any service is provided in return for payment, a contract should be put into place. Contracts are made for the benefit of all parties involved. The goal of a contract is to formalize all communication in a way that is clear and legally binding. This enables all parties to have a safety net to […]
When it is time for you to purchase real estate, your top priority is to make sure that you are doing what is in your best interest. One thing that might make this a bit more comfortable is to hire an attorney to assist you through the process. This helps you find out if there […]
Land disputes are one of many types of real estate matters that often lead to individuals having to resolve their differences in court. Riparian (water) use and ownership, easements and land boundary and title issues are some of the more common concerns that give way to lawsuits. A riparian zone is one that is located […]
A former Florida real estate broker has been sentenced to nearly six years in federal prison for his involvement in defrauding an investor of more than $500,000. The 38-year-old man, who worked in real estate in Cape Coral, also must pay restitution of $562,407. He was found guilty in June of wire fraud, money laundering […]
People have the ability and right to designate the distribution of their assets. However, sometimes, outside forces influence those decisions. In such cases, it may be possible to contest a will. There are a few key facts to know about contesting a will in Florida. Possible contesters Not everyone can successfully file a contest to a will. For […]
Trusts are a great way to avoid a lot of trouble with bequests while giving the highest possible value to children, relatives and charitable organizations. Smart people often use the estate planning process to move past simple wills and put assets and properties in trust. Still, you need to remember that trusts are complicated financial […]
Commercial real estate is a very common choice for investors. Many people get a buzz from finding a property that has huge potential to increase in value in a relatively short period of time. If you want to invest in a property that can be used commercially and to gain a rental income, you should […]
