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Florida Probate & Estate Litigation: Invalidating a Will Due to Lack of Capacity
August 9, 2018Capacity usually refers to a natural person’s legal ability to make binding agreements relating to their rights, duties, and obligations, such as entering into contracts, getting married, or executing wills. For example, minors lack the capacity to enter into binding contracts and to execute wills, and certain mental conditions may render a person incapable of testamentary capacity. Agreements made by persons who lacked capacity can be either void (invalid from the beginning) or voidable (capable of being invalidated). In the area of probate, trusts, and estates, testamentary capacity is an important concept to keep in mind when trying to affirm the validity of a will or to attack its legality. READ MORE
What is Commercial Law [Infographic]
July 15, 2021
What to Ask When Interviewing a Business Attorney [Infographic]
July 14, 2021
How to Find the Right Intellectual Property Litigation Attorney [Infographic]
July 13, 2021
The Role Children can Play in Divorce Decisions [Infographic]
August 7, 2020
Infographic : 4 Reasons You Need a Business Lawyer
April 24, 2019The attached infographic titled ‘Why do I Need a Business lawyer’ explains the reasons for hiring a business lawyer. A business lawyer specializes in commercial law. Hiring an attorney specializing in commercial law has many benefits, some of which are:
Understanding the law: Laws can be confusing, and a business lawyer can help you understand the complexities. As a business owner, there are rules and regulations that pertain to different business laws. Errors in understanding can have consequences. A business lawyer can help you understand those consequences and ensure that you are protected.
Dealing with litigation: A business can face litigation from many sources — employees, clients, suppliers or the general public. If your business is particularly vulnerable to litigation, hiring an experienced business litigation lawyer is unavoidable, whether the case is settled by negotiation or through the courts. A lawyer will see that any damages you face are minimized.
Dealing with legal documents: Every business must deal with legal documents. Legal counsel is especially important when drafting agreements such as client contracts, contractor contracts, and partnership agreements. A business lawyer is essential to protect your interests.
Legal protection: Not every issue a business faces results in litigation. But a lawyer’s advice is still necessary to understand the legal aspects involved and protect your interests.
Hiring a Fort Lauderdale Divorce Attorney: Tips to Simplify Your Life During a Chaotic Time (Divorce)
January 31, 2019It is a good idea to try to gain some self-awareness of your own personality and that of your soon to be ex-spouse before you interview divorce attorneys. If you want to settle your case amicably, but you hire an attorney who is known to be a “shark,” it is more likely that you will end up in a long drawn out process and incur more fees than are necessary. If your spouse is completely unreasonable and you think you have no choice but to litigate in court, and you hire a negotiator who has never tried a case, it is likely your outcome won’t be as positive. Remember that most divorce cases (approximately 95% in Florida) settle in mediation and do not go to trial. Be sure to hire an attorney who is experienced in the kind of divorce process that you want to use. READ MORE
Things You Should Know About Child Support
July 15, 2020This infographic titled “Things You Should Know About Child Support” provides an overview of the aspects of your child support about which you should be aware.
Deciding to end a marriage and going through divorce is stressful for everyone involved. When your marriage ends, the needs of your children must be met. Child support covers the financial needs of a child,including the cost of education, food, housing, childcare, etc. If you are going through a divorce, here are a few things that you should know about your child support obligation.
You need a child support lawyer
It is recommended that you work with a reputable lawyer who understands child support. You should discuss the financial needs of your children and agree on an amount with which you are comfortable. A child support attorney will represent you and will argue your case in court to increase the chances you get the desired outcome.
You must pay the agreed amount
The amount of child support is set by the court, and you must pay it. You should always keep track of your payments and keep documents to prove you have paid the agreed amount. Failure to prove you have made the required payments may result in court penalties and enforcement proceedings.
Child support can be modified
Child support payments can be modified upwardly or downward. To succeed, the parent requesting the modification will have to show a significant change in his or her financial circumstances. Any change in the payment requires the court’s approval and must be done with a court order.
Some expenses will be considered when calculating child support
Florida’s child support guidelines consider each parent’s regular “take-home” pay after deductions. Other expenses, such as health insurance and daycare, are also considered.
Florida Real Estate Litigation: Landlord Remedies in Commercial Leases
May 2, 2019When tenants breach a commercial lease agreement, Florida law provides landlords with three options:
- Consider the lease terminated and resume possession of the premises for the landlord’s own purposes (i.e., for the “landlord’s account”);
- Hold possession of the premises for the “tenant’s account” and seek general damages for any amount not recovered by re-renting the premises;
- Take no immediate action but, rather, wait to sue the tenant as future rent becomes due, or for an accelerated amount if allowed under the lease agreement.
