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Truck Accident Attorney Blog

Covers Personal Injury Law and Truck Accident Law. Published By Greenberg, Stone & Urbano, P.A.

http://www.truckaccidentattorney-blog.com/

Apr 29
Tractor Trailer Strikes Overpass in Miami

Tractor Trailer Strikes Overpass in Miami

A tractor trailer hauling two heavy duty boat engines hit an overpass causing the engines to topple over onto a car that was stopped in the next lane.No Injuries According to miamiherald.com, the driver of the car, a late model silver Honda…
Jan 31
Tractor Trailer Driver Burned in Accident

Tractor Trailer Driver Burned in Accident

The driver of a tractor-trailer who seemingly fell asleep at the wheel is in critical condition after sustaining third degree burns over 60 percent of his body from the crash . According to mahwah.patch.com, 64-year-old Clarence J. Belton, of…
Dec 14
Another Deadly Truck Accident Caused By Faulty Brakes and Aggressive Truck Driver

Another Deadly Truck Accident Caused By Faulty Brakes and Aggressive Truck Driver

We recently reported on two cases where the faulty brakes of two separate South Florida tractor-trailers caused accidents in which people lost their lives. Now, the National Transportation Safety Board has released the results of its…

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West Palm Beach Personal Injury…

West Palm Beach Personal Injury Lawyer

Covers truck accidents, medical devices and dangerous products. By Searcy Denney Scarola Barnhart & Shipley, PA.

http://westpalmbeach.injuryboard.com/

Apr 29
Join Me in Controlling Something That Kills Over 30, 000 Per Year

Join Me in Controlling Something That Kills Over 30, 000 Per Year

When I was a kid, my dad was an avid hunter and we had guns, bullets, bows, and arrows in the house. At a very young age and several times after, he would take me through the same lecture about gun safety, bow safety and how dangerous they…
Apr 23
J&J New Diabetes Drug on the market -- Safer or not?

J&J New Diabetes Drug on the market -- Safer or not?

The field of diabetes drugs is a potentially lucrative one, so it is no surprise that Johnson & Johnson (J&J), through its Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc. subsidiary, has entered the market with its new once-a-day medication, Invokana…
Feb 28
The NRA has been right all along -- I give

The NRA has been right all along -- I give

To all my gun owning friends out there who keep telling me that, "the guns are not the problem, its people that are the problem. Guns don't shoot people, people shoot people". Okay, so I guess you were all correct! I give. But, I have to…

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South Florida Criminal Attorneys…

South Florida Criminal Attorneys Blog

Covers Florida criminal defense and criminal law news. By Michael B. Cohen.

http://www.southfloridacriminalattorneysblog.com/

Apr 28
Hialeah Police Officer Arrested for Drug Possession; Blames Love Affair

Hialeah Police Officer Arrested for Drug Possession; Blames Love Affair

A Police Officer that was arrested last weekend told a news reporter that he was innocent of the charges lodged against him and that the incident that led to his arrest was a set up as well as what he dubbed a case of "forbidden…
Apr 17
20 Accused of Fraud in South Florida Wet Foot, Dry Foot Immigration Case

20 Accused of Fraud in South Florida Wet Foot, Dry Foot Immigration Case

The wet foot, dry foot program was the name given to a portion of the revision of the Cuban Adjustment Act of 1966 that was amended in the late 1990's The Act states, that any person(s) who fled Cuba and made it to "dry land" in the United…
Apr 11
Miami Man and Female Accomplice Charged with Human Trafficking

Miami Man and Female Accomplice Charged with Human Trafficking

Last month, police arrested Roman Thomas III, 26, of Miami for his involvement in a human trafficking investigation. At present, Thomas was on probation after he was incarcerated for four years when he was convicted of having sex with a…

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Tampa Bankruptcy Lawyer Blog

Covers chapter 7 and chapter 13 bankruptcy, as well as foreclosure defense. By Christie D. Arkovich, P.A.

http://www.tampabankruptcylawyerblog.com/

Apr 28
Bank of America: A Case Study in Incompetence or Intentional Fraud?

Bank of America: A Case Study in Incompetence or Intentional Fraud?

Bank of America simply cannot get it right. Our Tampa, Florida law firm sees violations regularly whether it involves foreclosure or bankruptcy. Of particular note these violations are all one way and they put money in BofA's pocket. If…
Apr 6
New Streamlined Mortgage Modification Program Starting July 1, 2013

New Streamlined Mortgage Modification Program Starting July 1, 2013

Another tool to help Florida homeowners keep their home and avoid foreclosure will be available this summer. Only Fannie and Freddie owned mortgages are eligible, but starting July 1, 2013, a new streamlined program is being rolled out to…
Apr 3
Why should you short sale your Florida home?

Why should you short sale your Florida home?

Short sales are good for a number of reasons: 1) many homes are underwater 50% or more and it could be a decade or more to get in a position of having even a dollar of equity; 2) most short sales will result in a written waiver of…

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Black's Law

Roy Black blogs his thoughts, tells his stories and writes his blog to help him think and work out ideas.

http://www.royblack.com/blog/

Apr 26
5-Second Probation

5-Second Probation

We were pleased to make the Southern District of Florida Blogspot today. Check out other news articles about the Mary Estelle Curran case here.
Apr 7
Samuel Leibowitz

Samuel Leibowitz

Samuel Leibowitz August 14, 1893 – January 11, 1978 While reading an article in Thursday’s New York Times (4/4/13),I flashed back forty years deep into my public defender days. Alabama lawmakers voted to issue posthumous pardons…
Feb 26
Practice: Steve Job

Practice: Steve Job

Steve Jobs by Walter Isaacson The Presentation Secrets of Steve Jobs: How to Be Insanely Great in Front of Any Audience by Carmine Gallo The cliches roll off the tongue when someone says the word “practice”: “Practice makes…

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Psychology and Mental Health Law…

Psychology and Mental Health Law Blog

Covers health law, psychology and mental health law. By George F. Indest III, P.A.

http://mentalhealthlawblog.wordpress.com/

Apr 26
Mental Health Counselors, Psychologists, Social Workers and Family Therapists Should Be Sure They Carry Insurance to Cover Complaints Against Their License

Mental Health Counselors, Psychologists, Social Workers and Family Therapists Should Be Sure They Carry Insurance to Cover Complaints Against Their License

By George F. Indest III, J.D., M.P.A., LL.M., Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law From our experience mental health counselors, psychologists, social workers and family therapists are at a high risk of having a client or patient…
Mar 28
Central Florida Mental Health Counselor Accused of Heading Up $3 Million Medicaid Fraud Scheme

Central Florida Mental Health Counselor Accused of Heading Up $3 Million Medicaid Fraud Scheme

By George F. Indest III, J.D., M.P.A., LL.M., Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law, and Michael L. Smith, J.D., R.R.T., Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law A registered mental-health counselor is accused of running…
Jan 18
Finding a Healthcare Providers Service Organization (HPSO) Insurance Defense Lawyer

Finding a Healthcare Providers Service Organization (HPSO) Insurance Defense Lawyer

By George F. Indest III, J.D., M.P.A., LL.M., Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law We are sometimes told by the health professionals we represent especially pharmacists, licensed mental health counselors (LMHCs), advanced…

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Fort Lauderdale Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers Florida personal injury and wrongful death law in automobile and motorcycle accidents. By The Ben Law Firm.

http://www.fort-lauderdale-injury-lawyer-blog.com/

Apr 25
Florida's Legislature --Texting while Driving--A Profile in Cowardice

Florida's Legislature --Texting while Driving--A Profile in Cowardice

Again, because of public outcry, our political "leaders" in Tallahassee were forced to consider a bill to ban texting while driving ("TWD"), but this time they finally did something, albeit reluctantly. After years of lip service about…
Mar 11
Debris on roadway kills Florida man on motorcycle

Debris on roadway kills Florida man on motorcycle

Lake County authorities are investigating the death of a 67-year-old man who was killed when the wind blew a large sign onto the road which came into contact with the windshield of his motorcycle in Eustis, Florida. Eustis is located in…
Feb 21
Miami drunk driver guilty in killing man on bicycle

Miami drunk driver guilty in killing man on bicycle

Carlos Bertonatti, 32, from Miami, Florida man pled guilty to a drunk driving hit-and-run crash that killed a man on his bicycle in January 2010. He will be sentenced May 2 and is facing between 11 and 35 years. Bertonatti's blood-alcohol…

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Tampa Criminal Defense Attorney

Covers expungements, drug offenses, domestic violence and other criminal offenses in Florida. By the Sammis Law Firm.

http://criminal-defense-attorney-tampa.blogspot.com/

Apr 25
Should Marijuana Distribution Crimes be Considered an Aggravated Felony for Immigration Law Purposes?

Should Marijuana Distribution Crimes be Considered an Aggravated Felony for Immigration Law Purposes?

In Moncrieffe v. Holder, No. 11-702, the United States Supreme Court held that if a non-citizen has a conviction for a marijuana distribution crime is not automatically an "aggravated felony" for immigration law purposes. Instead, a marijuana…
Apr 4
“The Cathy Jordan Medical Cannabis Act” - Legalizing Medical Marijuana in Florida

“The Cathy Jordan Medical Cannabis Act” - Legalizing Medical Marijuana in Florida

Although it is currently stalled in committee, Florida State Senate Bill 1250 was introduced by Florida State Senator Jeff Clemens of Lake Worth. The bill is called the “The Cathy Jordan Medical Cannabis Act.” It would allow…
Mar 25
2014: Year of Florida's Constitutional Amendment to Legalize Weed? Ask John Morgan

2014: Year of Florida's Constitutional Amendment to Legalize Weed? Ask John Morgan

Constitutional Amendment to Legalize Marijuana in in 2014Say what you want about John Morgan, he is willing to step up to the plate for legalizing medical marijuana in Florida in 2014. That's right, the big time personal injury attorney in …

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Florida Bankruptcy Lawyer Blog

Covers bankruptcy and foreclosure law. By Parker DuFresne.

http://www.florida-bankruptcylawyerblog.com/

Apr 24
Substitution of Collateral in a Florida Bankruptcy: Is it Possible?

Substitution of Collateral in a Florida Bankruptcy: Is it Possible?

Often times, Debtors are involved in accidents where personal property is totaled or unsalvageable. Many times these accidents occur while a bankruptcy is pending and the Debtor still owes a secured lender for the property. I must note the…
Apr 19
Florida Appears to be Facing a Housing Shortage--Possibly Evan a Bubble.

Florida Appears to be Facing a Housing Shortage--Possibly Evan a Bubble.

The buzz in Florida is that there is a shortage of homes available for sale, which is driving up the price of homes. CNBC reports that the National Association of Realtors notes an "acute lack of supply" in some popular markets. Despite…
Feb 18
Proposed Foreclosure Law Designed to Accelerate the Foreclosure Proce

Proposed Foreclosure Law Designed to Accelerate the Foreclosure Proce

Earlier this month, the House Civil Justice Subcommittee approved a bill designed to accelerate the foreclosure process in Florida. Republican, Kathleen Passidomo, sponsor of HB 87, frames the bill as a way to speed up the foreclosure…

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International Business Law Advisor

Covers international litigation and transactions. By Cueto Law Group P.L.

http://www.internationalbusinesslawadvisor.com

Apr 24
The One Thing to Remember on Your Next International Business Trip.

The One Thing to Remember on Your Next International Business Trip.

I received an email from a client several weeks ago who was getting ready to travel overseas to meet with his new business partners on a major international distribution deal. Because the client had never been to this part of the world, he…
Apr 23
Worried About Your Global Supply Chain? Then You Must Check Out Create.org.

Worried About Your Global Supply Chain? Then You Must Check Out Create.org.

For any company concerned about the integrity of their global supply network, there’s a great post over at the venerable China Law Blog by Dan Harris. The post, Improving The Global Supply Chain: Create.Org highlights…
Mar 26
Can the Location of a Computer Server Be enough to Confer Jurisdiction over International Defendants? Yes. Maybe.

Can the Location of a Computer Server Be enough to Confer Jurisdiction over International Defendants? Yes. Maybe.

In any international dispute our firm takes on, the first level of analysis will almost always center on the location of the parties and where the dispute arose. If there is no jurisdictional basis for a lawsuit in the U.S., then– if…

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Orlando Car Accident Lawyer Blog

Orlando Car Accident Lawyer Blog covers all aspects of injury law pertaining to car accidents, car insurance, and truck accidents. Published by Ward & Caggiano, PA of Orlando, Florida.

http://www.orlandocaraccidentlawyerblog.com/

Apr 24
How To Win Your Orlando Car Accident Case

How To Win Your Orlando Car Accident Case

Success in your Orlando car accident case depends on what you do NOW. Winning is largely under your control in traffic accident claims. How you conduct yourself within the first days and weeks after your injury will have a dramatic impact on…
Mar 18
Head-On Collision & Air Bag

Head-On Collision & Air Bag

Head-on collisions create a high risk of death and serious injury. As Orlando car accident attorneys, we hear horrifying stories following these crash claims. Often, these auto wrecks occur late in the evening or early morning hours when…
Mar 9
Truck, Tractor Trailer Accident & Injury Lawyer

Truck, Tractor Trailer Accident & Injury Lawyer

Commercial motor vehicles are regulated by state and federal laws. The reason: the public needs and deserves to be protected from the serious harm that large trucks, semi-tractor trailers and vehicles carrying hazardous products can cause. As…

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Lawyers to the Rescue Blog

Covers community service and philanthropy. By Lawyers to the Rescue.

http://www.lawyerstotherescueblog.com/

Apr 22
Lawyers to the Rescue HEART (Homeless Education Advocacy Resource Training)

Lawyers to the Rescue HEART (Homeless Education Advocacy Resource Training)

On Thursday evening, April 18, 2013, Lawyers to the Rescue hosted its second HEART (Homeless Education Advocacy Resource Training) seminar at Camillus House, featuring topics in Family Law. Every other month, Lawyers to the Rescue features…
Jan 22
January 19, 2013 Legal Clinic by Bryan Ramo

January 19, 2013 Legal Clinic by Bryan Ramo

Last week I was speaking with a family friend about my desire to attend law school. She mentioned to me an organization called "Lawyers to the Rescue". Interested, I did a quick Google search, found the website, and called Dina Aronfeld. She…
Jan 2
EXPUNGING & SEALING YOUR RECORD, by Ivan Cassuto

EXPUNGING & SEALING YOUR RECORD, by Ivan Cassuto

It is no surprise that it has increasingly become more difficult to get a job. Whether you have impressive credentials or if you are the average Joe trying to make ends meet. Yet, what happens to those people who are of the less fortunate…

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Hill & Ponton Blog

Covers social security and veterans disability law.

http://www.hillandponton.com/blog/

Apr 22
Military Sexual Trauma & The VA

Military Sexual Trauma & The VA

Recently, the issue of Military Sexual Trauma (MST) has made a resurgence in our national discourse. Recent statistics from the Department of Veterans Affairs indicate that one in every five women who receive medical treatment at the VA have…
Mar 15
Am I Entitled To Back Pay For My Disability?

Am I Entitled To Back Pay For My Disability?

We often talk to veterans who have been misled about how much back pay (or retroactive benefits) they should receive once their disability has been service connected. It can be very frustrating to think that the VA will acknowledge that…
Mar 15
Am I Entitled To Back Pay For My Disability?

Am I Entitled To Back Pay For My Disability?

We often talk to veterans who have been misled about how much back pay (or retroactive benefits) they should receive once their disability has been service connected. It can be very frustrating to think that the VA will acknowledge that…

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Gufford & Brandt Blog

Covers family law and criminal law.

http://guffordandbrandt.wordpress.com/

Apr 20
Joe Guford Attorney Receives 19th Circuit Pro Bono Award

Joe Guford Attorney Receives 19th Circuit Pro Bono Award

Joe Gufford, a Family Law Attorney in Martin Couny, received the 19th Judicial Circuit Pro Bono Service Award. Pictured are Joe Gufford and Chief Circuit Judge Steven J. Levin
Oct 23
What steps should I take next after being arrested for a petty theft misdemeanor?

What steps should I take next after being arrested for a petty theft misdemeanor?

I always give the same basic advice when clients ask me about police encounters. DO NOT talk to the police without first consulting an attorney.
Oct 23
WHAT TO DO WHEN A SUMMONS COMES BACK UNEXECUTED IN A DIVORCE PETITION IN FLORIDA?

WHAT TO DO WHEN A SUMMONS COMES BACK UNEXECUTED IN A DIVORCE PETITION IN FLORIDA?

estion: I filed for divorce; my wife and I have 2 minor children. She does not want to grant me the divorce. I filed all the required paperwork with the courts. Paid the Palm Beach County Sheriff to serve her but the summons came back…

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Pharmacy Law Blog

Covers health law and pharmacy law. By George F. Indest III, P.A.

http://pharmacylawblog.wordpress.com/

Apr 19
Nation Rx Drug Abuse Summit Held in Central Florida-Leaders Share Struggles and Triumphs in “War Against Prescription Drugs”

Nation Rx Drug Abuse Summit Held in Central Florida-Leaders Share Struggles and Triumphs in “War Against Prescription Drugs”

By George F. Indest III, J.D., M.P.A., LL.M., Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law From April 2 through April 4, 2013, the country’s leading experts on the prescription drug epidemic met in Central Florida for the National…
Apr 3
United Parcel Service (UPS) Agrees to Pay Settlement for Online Pharmacy Shipping

United Parcel Service (UPS) Agrees to Pay Settlement for Online Pharmacy Shipping

By George F. Indest III, J.D., M.P.A., LL.M., Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law United Parcel Service, Inc. (UPS) will pay $40 million to the Department of Justice (DOJ) to settle a probe related to its shipments ……
Mar 29
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Recalls Products from Two Different Compounding Pharmacie

Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Recalls Products from Two Different Compounding Pharmacie

By Carole C. Schriefer, R.N., J.D., The Health Law Firm and George F. Indest III, J.D., M.P.A., LL.M., Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law Two different compounding pharmacies have recently recalled products due to concerns from…

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Jacksonville Injury Attorney Blog

Covers auto accidents, medical malpractice and workers compensation. By Lawrence Law Group.

http://www.jacksonvilleinjuryattorneyblog.com/

Apr 19
More than Half of Nursing Homes in Clay County Receive Low Rating

More than Half of Nursing Homes in Clay County Receive Low Rating

Five of the nine nursing homes in Clay County, Florida, received one- or two-star ratings, the two lowest grades possible issued by The Agency for Health Care Administration’s Nursing Home Guide. Two Clay County nursing homess received…
Apr 10
Jacksonville’s Nursing Homes Report Part II: Four Local Facilities Earn Second-to-Lowest Possible Score

Jacksonville’s Nursing Homes Report Part II: Four Local Facilities Earn Second-to-Lowest Possible Score

Our previous blog reported that nine nursing homes in Jacksonville earned one-star ratings, the lowest grade possible in a recent report issued by Florida’s Agency for Health Care Administration. The same report gives similarly low…
Apr 3
Many Jacksonville Nursing Homes Given Lowest Rating by Florida's Agency for Health Care Administration

Many Jacksonville Nursing Homes Given Lowest Rating by Florida's Agency for Health Care Administration

Nine nursing homes in Jacksonville received a one-star inspection rating -- the lowest possible rating on a scale of one to five issued by Florida’s Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA). This represents nearly one-third of all…

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South Florida Criminal Defense…

South Florida Criminal Defense Lawyer Blog

Covers Florida criminal law news concerning domestic violence, gun offenses, sex offenses and immigration status. By Ralph Behr.

http://www.southfloridacriminaldefenselawyerblog.com/

Apr 19
South Florida and the death penalty – 32 years on the death row

South Florida and the death penalty – 32 years on the death row

Florida has 406 inmates currently on death row, of which 28 have been there longer than Larry Mann. Larry Mann was sentenced to death for the kidnapping and murder of a 10-year-old girl who was riding her bike to school. The crime occurred on…
Apr 15
In South Florida and all of its…

In South Florida and all of its jurisdictions such as Miami, West Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, Pompano Beach, Aventura, Boca Raton and Coral Springs, many pretrial motions can be filed by the defense. A few of them are Motion to…
Apr 15
Defendants taking pleas in absentia

Defendants taking pleas in absentia

What happens if a defendant lives outside of the State or even the country, and would like to enter or accept a plea offer? A defendant can, if he or she wishes, enter what is called a plea in absentia. A plea in absentia is done in the form…

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Jacksonville Divorce Lawyer Blog

Covers Florida family law. By A. James Mullaney.

http://familylawjax.blogspot.com/

Apr 18
Dating After Divorce: 5 Need-to-Know Tips for Reentering the Dating World

Dating After Divorce: 5 Need-to-Know Tips for Reentering the Dating World

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Apr 17
Should You Announce Your Divorce On Social Media?

Should You Announce Your Divorce On Social Media?

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Apr 16
1 in 4 Australian parents behind in child support

1 in 4 Australian parents behind in child support

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Tampa DUI Attorney Blog

Covers drunk driving defense. By Sammis Law Firm.

http://tampaduiattorney.wordpress.com

Apr 17
The DUI Officer Can’t Hold You Down While They Jab a Needle Into Your Arm (at least not without a warrant)

The DUI Officer Can’t Hold You Down While They Jab a Needle Into Your Arm (at least not without a warrant)

Missouri v. McNeely has been decided. We can all breath a sigh of relief that the United States Supreme Court has affirmed the judgment of the Missouri Supreme Court. The case holds that in a DUI investigation, “the natural dissipation…
Mar 8
The DUI Checkpoint “Fails to Meet Constitutional Muster”

The DUI Checkpoint “Fails to Meet Constitutional Muster”

Part III – The Prosecutor’s Internal Memo Explaining Why the DUI Checkpoint “Fails to Meet Constitutional Muster.” Through a public records request we obtained an internal memo from Assistant State Attorney, Vin Petty,…
Feb 23
The DMV’s Policy at DUI Formal Review Hearings – No Call, No Show, No Problem

The DMV’s Policy at DUI Formal Review Hearings – No Call, No Show, No Problem

This article discusses the absurdity of filing a “Motion to Enforce a Subpoena” under Florida Statute § 322.2615(6)(c) after a witness fails to appear for a formal review hearing to contest the administrative suspension.…

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Florida Association Law Blog

Covers condo and HOA law. By Daniel Wasserstein.

http://floridaassociationlawblog.com/

Apr 17
Association Assessments: Caveat Emptor? Not Anymore!

Association Assessments: Caveat Emptor? Not Anymore!

One of the longest standing duties of Florida condominium and homeowners associations has been pursuance of delinquent assessments through the lien and foreclosure process. With the downturn in the economy, the remedy of foreclosure has…
Feb 11
Going Green to Save Some Green – Installing Solar Panels to Reduce Energy Cost

Going Green to Save Some Green – Installing Solar Panels to Reduce Energy Cost

When it comes to aesthetics, associations in Florida generally try to maintain the uniformity of the community by making sure owners are staying consistent with the original design. Minor alterations, modifications or additions…
Nov 26
Pipe Burst – Who’s Responsible?

Pipe Burst – Who’s Responsible?

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Florida Family Law Blawg

Covers Florida family law cases and news. By Christopher Chopin.

http://flafamlaw.blogspot.com/

Apr 17
Fourth DCA Permits Domestic Violence Filing by Temporary Resident

Fourth DCA Permits Domestic Violence Filing by Temporary Resident

The Fourth District Court of Appeal ruled today in Rudel v. Rudel, a case involving two German residents. While the Wife and daughter of the parties had temporarily moved to Florida for the minor child to attend school, the Wife filed a…
Apr 17
Restriction on Toy Guns Reversed by Fourth DCA

Restriction on Toy Guns Reversed by Fourth DCA

The Fourth District Court of Appeal ruled today in Ingram v. Ingram, reversing as to a single issue raised. Referencing an “unfortunate experience” with a BB gun while on a visit with his father, the Fourth District upheld a…
Apr 5
New Alimony Law Passes Senate

New Alimony Law Passes Senate

After a third reading in the Florida Senate yesterday, CS/CS/SB 718, innocuously titled “Family Law”, was approved by that body with a vote of 29 yeas to 11 nays, and is now on its way to the House Clerk for a first reading and…

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Florida Appellate Review

Features news and analysis of Florida Supreme Court, 11th Circuit Court of Appeals, and U.S. Supreme Court decisions and developments. By Dan Bushell.

http://www.floridaappellatereview.com/

Apr 16
Legal Writing in the Age of iPad

Legal Writing in the Age of iPad

In the past few years, the strangest things have started appearing in appellate decisions: images. That has been seen as so revolutionary that it has been widely covered in the legal press, with 7th Circuit opinions authored by Judge Richard…
Nov 7
Congratulations to Florida's Retained Supreme Court Justices and Appellate Judge

Congratulations to Florida's Retained Supreme Court Justices and Appellate Judge

The Florida Supreme Court justices and District Court of Appeal judges who were up for retention votes this year had a great day yesterday. Congratulations go out to all of the retained justices and appellate judges: Florida Supreme…
Nov 7
Congratulations to Florida's Retained Supreme Court Justices and Appellate Judge

Congratulations to Florida's Retained Supreme Court Justices and Appellate Judge

The Florida Supreme Court justices and District Court of Appeal judges who were up for retention votes this year had a great day yesterday. Congratulations go out to all of the retained justices and appellate judges: Florida Supreme…

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Dentistry Law Blog

By George F. Indest III.

http://dentistrylawblog.wordpress.com/

Apr 16
More Than 7,000 Patients of Oklahoma Dentist Are Being Asked to Get Tested for HIV and Hepatiti

More Than 7,000 Patients of Oklahoma Dentist Are Being Asked to Get Tested for HIV and Hepatiti

By George F. Indest III, J.D., M.P.A., LL.M., Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law The unsanitary practices of an Oklahoma dentist may have exposed more than 7,000 patients to HIV and hepatitis, according to a number of ……
Jan 23
Locating a Healthcare Providers Service Organization (HPSO) Insurance Defense Attorney in Florida Company Case

Locating a Healthcare Providers Service Organization (HPSO) Insurance Defense Attorney in Florida Company Case

By George F. Indest III, J.D., M.P.A., LL.M., Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law We are sometimes told by the health professionals we represent especially pharmacists, licensed mental health counselors (LMHCs), advanced…
Jan 17
Dentists Must Be Certain to Maintain Continuing Education Requirement

Dentists Must Be Certain to Maintain Continuing Education Requirement

By George F. Indest III, J.D., M.P.A., LL.M., Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law Those who are licensed by the Department of Health (DOH) must be sure they are maintaining their continuing education requirements by taking the…

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Florida Divorce and Custody Forum

Features Q&As on Florida divorce, custody, alimony, and child support law. By Howard Iken.

http://www.18884mydivorce.com/forums

Apr 16
Restraining Order question

Restraining Order question

My ex was arrested/jailed thanks to his estranged wife who he is now reconciling with. When they were separated I told my kids they would never have to see her again. They were relieved as the wife is caustic and verbally abusive. She has…
Apr 13
Florida statute 61.13001

Florida statute 61.13001

My X wife moved our children 40 miles farther away without requesting permission from me or the court. How do I go about having her charged with violating this statute? Can she face criminal charges?
Mar 29
Necesito informacion

Necesito informacion

Buenas tardes, soy colombiana y vivo en colombia pero estoy casada con un residente permanente de Usa desde hace 3 años y el viene cada 3 meses aproximadamente. El no ha hecho solicitud para llevarme a Usa y en este momento atravesamos…

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Product Liability Attorneys Blog

Covers defective prescription drugs, medical tests and medical devices. Ferraro Law Firm.

http://www.productliabilityattorneysblog.com/

Apr 13
FDA: Recalled Knee Replacement Devices Cause Serious Health Problem

FDA: Recalled Knee Replacement Devices Cause Serious Health Problem

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has determined that a previously-recalled device used for surgical knee replacement is likely to cause serious health problems. Our product liability lawyers understand that the manufacturer, Stryker…
Feb 7
NHTSA: Defective Vehicles Affect Millions Annually

NHTSA: Defective Vehicles Affect Millions Annually

Toyota, the top-selling vehicle manufacturer in the United States, issued yet another recall late last month - somewhat unsurprising given the fact that the company recalled more vehicles than any other last year, according to a recent report…
Jan 17
Inquiry Launched Into Elderly Bed Rail Death

Inquiry Launched Into Elderly Bed Rail Death

After hundreds of deaths and tens of thousands of injuries over the course of more than a decade, the federal government is finally launching a formal investigation into the safety of bed rails used by nursing homes and home health care…

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Maritime Law Blog

Covers boating safety and laws. By Dwayne Clark and Kristen Watson.

http://lawboat.blogspot.com/

Apr 13
Damaged Carnival Ship Triumph Breaks Away From Alabama Dock

Damaged Carnival Ship Triumph Breaks Away From Alabama Dock

Update: The Coast Guard suspended its search for a missing shipyard employee after a cruise ship broke loose from a pier on the Mobile River, Wednesday. Coast Guard and Mobile Police and Sheriff's Office search-and-rescue crews searched for…
Feb 12
Carnival Cruise Ship Stranded Gulf of Mexico

Carnival Cruise Ship Stranded Gulf of Mexico

Passengers aboard a cruise vessel stranded in the Gulf of Mexico after a weekend engine fire have limited access to bathrooms, food and hot coffee, but also a new destination: Mobile, Ala. Carnival Cruise Lines President and CEO Gerry Cahill…
Jan 3
Three rescued from boat in St. Johns County

Three rescued from boat in St. Johns County

ST. JOHNS COUNTY. Fla. -- St. Johns County Fire Rescue saved three people after a boating accident Tuesday afternoon. Fire officials say the accident happened around 3:30 p.m. on the shoals just north of the Matanzas inlet. St. Johns County…

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South Florida Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers personal injury, car accident and slip and fall cases. By The Goldstar Firm P.L.

http://www.southfloridainjurylawyer-blog.com/

Apr 12
Herniated Disc Injuries due to Car Accidents in South Florida

Herniated Disc Injuries due to Car Accidents in South Florida

As South Florida car accident attorneys we know that herniated discs are a common injury resulting from vehicular collisions. Spinal discs act like pillows or cushions between the vertebrae of the spinal column. The spinal column is made up…
Apr 8
How Florida Homeowner's, Public Adjusters, and Water Restoration/Mitigation Companies May be Affected by HB 909

How Florida Homeowner's, Public Adjusters, and Water Restoration/Mitigation Companies May be Affected by HB 909

We have written previously about House Bill 909 and how it will limit the ability of Florida Homeowner's to mitigate damages and assign contractual rights. There has been little if no media coverage on this matter and we felt compelled to…
Mar 26
How Florida House Bill 909 May Affect Your Homeowner's Insurance Rights and Restoration/Remediation Companie

How Florida House Bill 909 May Affect Your Homeowner's Insurance Rights and Restoration/Remediation Companie

As South Florida homeowner's insurance attorneys we understand the importance of keeping a close watch over actions taken by our State legislature. It is goes without saying that a particular emphasis should be had when dealing with bills…

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Stock Attorneys Blog

Covers FINRA arbitration, securities litigation, and stockbroker misconduct. By Blum Law Group.

http://www.stockattorneysblog.com/

Apr 11
UBS facing Millions of Dollars in Claim

UBS facing Millions of Dollars in Claim

Blum Law Group has commenced an investigation into the activities of UBS Financial with relation to its clients who purchased stocks or bonds over the past 24 months. Investors who sustained losses at UBS or in their investment accounts…
Oct 25
Blum Law Group Investigates David Lerner Associates, Inc.

Blum Law Group Investigates David Lerner Associates, Inc.

Blum Law Group has commenced an investigation into the activities of David Lerner and David Lerner Associates, Inc., based in Syosset, New York with relation to its clients who purchased Apple REITs. David Lerner was recently banned from the…
Oct 18
Blum Law Group Investigates JW Korth & Company

Blum Law Group Investigates JW Korth & Company

Blum Law Group has commenced an investigation into the activities of JW Korth & Company, based in Miami, Florida, with relation to its clients who purchased Banco Cruzeiro do Sul SA bonds. James W. Korth is their Managing Partner. Investors…

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The Florida Legal Blog

Focuses Florida appellate and the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals decisions. By Jeffrey Kuntz.

http://www.floridalegalblog.org/

Apr 11
Court Cannot Read More Into Statute Than Plain Language Dictates (In This Case Verification Requirements)

Court Cannot Read More Into Statute Than Plain Language Dictates (In This Case Verification Requirements)

In U.S. Bank v. Wanio-Moore (5D12-1746), the Fifth District reversed a trial court's order dismissing a complaint. The trial court dismissed the foreclosure complaint because the verification on the complaint did not provide the position of…
Apr 11
Florida Supreme Court Clarifies You Do Not Get Five Extra Days When Responding To A Proposal For Settlement

Florida Supreme Court Clarifies You Do Not Get Five Extra Days When Responding To A Proposal For Settlement

The Florida Supreme Court issued THIS opinion today and amended the Florida Rules of Civil Procedure to clarify that the additional five days allowed to respond to a filing/pleading served by email or mail does not apply when the…
Apr 11
Florida Supreme Court Reverses Decision That Found Class Action Waivers Unconscionable

Florida Supreme Court Reverses Decision That Found Class Action Waivers Unconscionable

In McKenzie Check Advance of Florida, LLC v. Betts (SC11-514), the Florida Supreme Court reversed a decision of the Fourth District Court of Appeal that determined a class action waiver provision violated Florida public policy. After…

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False Claims Act & Qui Tam Law

Covers the False Claims Act, Qui Tams, whistleblowers, and other related collateral proceedings, with special emphasis on health care fraud. By A. Brian Albritton.

http://falseclaimsactlaw.blogspot.com/

Apr 9
The Sixth Circuit Limits FCA Liability Arising Under Express and Implied Certifications: US ex rel Hobbs v. Medquest Associate

The Sixth Circuit Limits FCA Liability Arising Under Express and Implied Certifications: US ex rel Hobbs v. Medquest Associate

In United States ex rel Hobbs v. Medquest Associates, Inc., 2013 WL 1285590 (6th Cir. April 1, 2013), the Sixth Circuit reversed an $11 million False Claims Act judgment and rejected the Government's attempt to turn a health care provider's…
Apr 1
Contract Damages in False Claims Act Cases: the 7th Circuit Adopts a Net Trebling Approach to Calculating Damage

Contract Damages in False Claims Act Cases: the 7th Circuit Adopts a Net Trebling Approach to Calculating Damage

The Seventh Circuit recently adopted a common sense "contract damages" approach in assessing damages in False Claims Act cases: United States v. Anchor Mortgage Corporation, 2013 WL 1150213 (7th Cir. March 21, 2013). Essentially, the Court…
Mar 11
Eighth Circuit Finds that Relators Are Entitled to Share of FCA Settlement Obtained by Government Because Their Suit Resulted in Defendant Making a Voluntary Disclosure on a Different Claim

Eighth Circuit Finds that Relators Are Entitled to Share of FCA Settlement Obtained by Government Because Their Suit Resulted in Defendant Making a Voluntary Disclosure on a Different Claim

In a rather remarkable case, the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals in a split decision affirmed an estimated $6.9 million qui tam award to two relators who, the Government argued, did not actually allege a claim against the defendant,…

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The Tax Lawyer's Blog

Covers tax news, laws and cases. By Peter Pappas.

http://blog.pappastax.com

Apr 9
Income Inequality

Income Inequality

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CBPP/Moody’s Say Democrat’s Proposals are Good for Economy, Republican’s, Not so Much

CBPP/Moody’s Say Democrat’s Proposals are Good for Economy, Republican’s, Not so Much

The Center on Budget Policies and Priorities is promoting a study by Moody’s of the recent bi-partisan tax bill which concludes that the Democratic parts of the bill are better for the economy than the Republican…
Apr 9
Florida Teachers Don’t Want to Be Judged on Student Performance

Florida Teachers Don’t Want to Be Judged on Student Performance

The Florida legislature passed a bill recently that would tie teacher’s pay to student performance, but, The Miami Herald reports, teachers hate the idea: In the most dramatic show of opposition in the state, more than 6,300 of…

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Florida's Marital & Family Law…

Florida's Marital & Family Law Blog

By Scott P. Davis.

http://www.davislawtampa.com/blog/

Apr 8
Three Rules Following Divorce

Three Rules Following Divorce

Divorce will undoubtedly introduce many challenges for you. What are the most important considerations following your recent divorce? Following a few simple rules can potentially spare you increased difficulty in making such a drastic…
Mar 28
Fathers Less Likely to Receive Child Custody

Fathers Less Likely to Receive Child Custody

It’s hard to believe but many fathers will never experience an equal opportunity to gain child custody throughout legal proceedings. Modern statistics indicate that anywhere between 70 – 90 percent of divorces where child custody…
Mar 21
Helping Infants Cope Through Divorce

Helping Infants Cope Through Divorce

It’s common knowledge one of the most challenging aspects of divorce concerns the way it will ultimately affect your children. There’s perhaps never been much thought however to the way divorce settlements affect infants. Infants…

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the intangible

Covers developments in intellectual property. By Tamaroff & Tamarosff, P.A.

http://theintangible.com/

Apr 8
IP Roundup: Legal News From Around the Web

IP Roundup: Legal News From Around the Web

Welcome back to the latest installment in IP news—this week, with international flair. Spain is the latest nation to make a big splash in the news over its IP laws. Last year, the country created a commission to help protect content…
Apr 1
IP Roundup: Legal News From Around the Web

IP Roundup: Legal News From Around the Web

There’s something for everyone in this installment of the IP Roundup – including a brand new, hot-off-the-presses Supreme Court ruling. The NFL has agreed to a $42 million settlement with a group of former football players who…
Mar 26
IP Roundup: Legal News From Around the Web

IP Roundup: Legal News From Around the Web

Apple and Superman… you’ve seen these stories before. But that’s the nature of the law—cases take a long time, and appeals can take even longer. IP law is no exception. You know that if Apple isn’t in…

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Central Florida DUI Attorney

By Kevin J. Pitts.

http://myduiflorida.blogspot.com/

Apr 6
Sanford And Seminole County Bail Bond Website With Useful Information

Sanford And Seminole County Bail Bond Website With Useful Information

The part of the criminal justice process that I was the least familiar with was the bail bond process. I decided to do a little research to get more information about the process in Seminole County. I came across a Seminole County Bail…
Mar 8
Should You Take A Central Florida DUI Breath Test

Should You Take A Central Florida DUI Breath Test

When a driver is accused of driving under the influence, a breath test is almost always requested. Consent to a breath test is implied but it is not mandatory in Florida. If a driver elects not to take a breath test they will face additional…
Feb 28
Daytona Beach DUI Attorney Seminole County Criminal Defense Lawyer - Daytona Beach DUI Attorney Seminole County Criminal Defense Lawyer

Daytona Beach DUI Attorney Seminole County Criminal Defense Lawyer - Daytona Beach DUI Attorney Seminole County Criminal Defense Lawyer

Article about Daytona Beach Bike Week from a Daytona Beach defense attorney's perspective.Daytona Beach DUI Attorney Seminole County Criminal Defense Lawyer - Daytona Beach DUI Attorney Seminole County Criminal Defense Lawyer

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The Legal Rap

Covers Florida criminal law and criminal record expungements. By Eric Dirga.

http://ejdirga.wordpress.com

Apr 2
Has The Bureaucracy Killed Justice?

Has The Bureaucracy Killed Justice?

I am a low life bottom sucking criminal defense lawyer. I help the bad people escape justice and put victims on trial. Or so that is how people lucky enough to never have been royally screwed by the government feel. … Continue reading…
Apr 2
Has The Bureaucracy Killed Justice?

Has The Bureaucracy Killed Justice?

I am a low life bottom sucking criminal defense lawyer. I help the bad people escape justice and put victims on trial. Or so that is how people lucky enough to never have been royally screwed by the government feel. … Continue reading…
Jan 8
How To Expunge A Criminal Record In Florida

How To Expunge A Criminal Record In Florida

Starting Your Expungement For the non-lawyer trying to save a buck or two, expunging a criminal record will initially sound easy. The first “easy” sound regarding how to expunge your record usually comes from another non-lawyer…

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Tampa Bay Employment Law

Covers labor and employment law developments in the Tampa Bay area and across the State of Florida. By Kwall, Showers & Barack, P.A.

http://tampabayemploymentlaw.com

Mar 29
Attorney Ryan Barack Interviewed in Universal Health Care Case

Attorney Ryan Barack Interviewed in Universal Health Care Case

On March 29, 2013, Fox 13 ran a story on the shutdown and how it will affect the workers. Attorney Ryan Barack was interviewed. Watch the story and read the accompanying article here.
Mar 29
WARN Act Case Filed against Universal Health Care

WARN Act Case Filed against Universal Health Care

This week, Universal Health Care in St. Petersburg, Florida laid off approximately 700 employees without notice. The Worker Adjustment and Retraining Act (WARN Act) requires that a company provide at least 60 days’ notice to…
Feb 25
Class Certified in Collective Action Seeking Pay for Student-Interns at Collier Anesthesia

Class Certified in Collective Action Seeking Pay for Student-Interns at Collier Anesthesia

On February 21, 2013, a federal court in Ft. Myers conditionally certified a class of student-interns from Wolford College in a collective action seeking pay under the Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”) for work performed at…

Rank this Week: 3219

South Florida Car Accident Lawyer…

South Florida Car Accident Lawyer Blog

Covers accidents and wrongful death. By David I. Fuchs.

http://www.southfloridacaraccidentlawyerblog.com/

Mar 28
Do You Know Your Rights Under Florida's New Personal Injury Protection Law?

Do You Know Your Rights Under Florida's New Personal Injury Protection Law?

The Florida legislature recently changed the state's Personal Injury Protection (PIP) law. The new law went into effect on January 1, 2013 and substantively alters the rights and responsibilities of drivers who are Florida residents, with…
Feb 12
Florida Supreme Court to Decide Case Affecting Procedure for Obtaining Breathalyzer Documentation

Florida Supreme Court to Decide Case Affecting Procedure for Obtaining Breathalyzer Documentation

At the beginning of this month, the Florida Supreme Court began to hear arguments in a case that could have long-lasting consequences for thousands of South Florida drivers every year. Although the case stems from a criminal proceeding, the…
Jan 24
Fatal Hit-and-Run Accident in Miramar May Lead to Wrongful Death Lawsuit

Fatal Hit-and-Run Accident in Miramar May Lead to Wrongful Death Lawsuit

Car accidents are sadly common on the busy streets of Miami and other cities in South Florida. With ever-increasing numbers of drivers distracted by food, passengers, cell phones, and other gadgets, everyone should be extra aware when in…

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Florida Criminal Law Blog

Covers criminal law issues, news, and trials in the Pensacola Florida Area. Published by Jim Jenkins.

http://www.floridacriminallawblog.com/

Mar 28
U. S. Court Rules No More Dog Sniffs at Door to Establish PC

U. S. Court Rules No More Dog Sniffs at Door to Establish PC

The United States Supreme Court issued its opinion in Florida v. Jardines on March 27, 2013, holding that a dog sniff at the front door of a house where the police suspected drugs where being grown constitutes a search for purposes of the…
Mar 6
The Search of Smart Phones, I Pads and other Electronic Device

The Search of Smart Phones, I Pads and other Electronic Device

A Florida Senate Bill passed the Florida Senate Criminal Justice Committee on Monday, March 4, 2013, that would require law enforcement to obtain a search warrant before it could search the smart phone or any cell phone of someone who has…
Feb 10
Lack of Remorse Cannot Be Used to Enhance Someone's Sentence

Lack of Remorse Cannot Be Used to Enhance Someone's Sentence

In many cases, mitigation of a case should begin at the very outset of a case by the lawyer taking a very proactive position immediately upon taking the client’s case. Often times what is done right away by taking a proactive posture…

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Maritime Law Blog

Covers cruise ship passenger and crew member injuries, boating injuries, yachting injuries and commercial fishermen claims. By Brais & Brais.

http://www.maritimelawblog.net/

Mar 27
Judge Rules Sandals Resorts & Pool Component Manufacturers Must Stand Trial in Miami, Florida for Bahamas Entrapment Drowning Death

Judge Rules Sandals Resorts & Pool Component Manufacturers Must Stand Trial in Miami, Florida for Bahamas Entrapment Drowning Death

Resort and vacation injury lawyers Keith S. Brais and Richard D. Rusak of Brais, Brais & Rusak recently won a significant victory in Miami Federal Court in a lawsuit involving the December 28, 2010 hot tub entrapment drowning death of…
Feb 21
Dangerous Steps in Chankanaab Park, Cozumel, Mexico are Trip and Fall Hazard

Dangerous Steps in Chankanaab Park, Cozumel, Mexico are Trip and Fall Hazard

Our firm represents Mrs. Tonya Manning who was a guest aboard the Carnival Valor. The cruise was arranged by the Make-A-Wish Foundation as it was her son's Tyler wish to go on a cruise and swim with the dolphins. The Mannings originally…
Feb 8
Yacht Arrested Keith Brais on How to Release Your Vessel

Yacht Arrested Keith Brais on How to Release Your Vessel

Imagine receiving a call from your captain informing you the U.S. Marshal arrested your yacht? Keith Brais, a Florida Board Certified Maritime Lawyer, has defended yacht owners for over twenty years and will walk you through the steps needed…

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Florida Commercial News

Covers Florida real estate, construction, finance and land development. By Eckstein Schechter Law.

http://www.floridacommercialnews.com/

Mar 27
Diabetes Research Institute Introduces DRI TV: Regular Updates on DRI's Progre

Diabetes Research Institute Introduces DRI TV: Regular Updates on DRI's Progre
Mar 25
MBA Releases 2012 Rankings of Commercial/Multifamily Mortgage Firms' Origination Volumes: News Release of the Week

MBA Releases 2012 Rankings of Commercial/Multifamily Mortgage Firms' Origination Volumes: News Release of the Week

MBA Releases 2012 Rankings of Commercial/Multifamily Mortgage Firms’ Origination Volumes Washington, DC (March 21, 2013) – Wells Fargo was the top commercial/multifamily mortgage originator in 2012, according to a set of…
Mar 20
Home Builders Look Forward to Getting Construction Loans for New Home Projects as New Bipartisan Bill Introduced in Congre

Home Builders Look Forward to Getting Construction Loans for New Home Projects as New Bipartisan Bill Introduced in Congre

A new bill is making its way through the House of Representatives right now that may meet with success up in Congress since it's a bipartisan effort: introduced yesterday, HR 1255 just may become law this year. (An identical version of this…

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Maritime & Boating Accident Lawyer…

Maritime & Boating Accident Lawyer News

Covers boating accident and fishermen injury news. by Brais & Brais.

http://news.braislaw.com/

Mar 27
Brais, Brais & Rusak Represents Hungarian Waiter against Princess Cruise Line

Brais, Brais & Rusak Represents Hungarian Waiter against Princess Cruise Line

The cruise injury attorneys of Brais, Brais & Rusak have been retained by a Hungarian crewmember in a claim against Princess Cruise Lines. The waiter, while preforming his duties, injured his back. Evidence gathered thus far shows…
Mar 22
Keith Brais & Richard Rusak Represent Florida Woman Who Contracted Norovirus on Celebrity's Solstice

Keith Brais & Richard Rusak Represent Florida Woman Who Contracted Norovirus on Celebrity's Solstice

The cruise injury lawyers of Brais, Brais & Rusak represent a Florida woman who contracted Norovirus and became extremely ill aboard Celebrity Cruise Line's ship Solstice. The Solstice departed Ft. Lauderdale on March 16, 2012 for a 7…
Mar 21
Richard Rusak & Keith Brais Sue Carnival Cruises on Behalf of Texas Woman

Richard Rusak & Keith Brais Sue Carnival Cruises on Behalf of Texas Woman

The cruise injury lawyers of Brais, Brais & Rusak represent a Texas woman who was injured while walking up a staircase to the Serenity deck aboard the Carnival Cruise ship MAGIC. The MAGIC, a 3690 passenger cruise liner, sailed from…

Rank this Week: 1979

DIY Divorce in Florida

Offers free legal tips to people representing themselves in Florida divorces. By Pamela S. Wynn.

http://diydivorce.typepad.com/diy_divorce_in_florida/

Mar 27
Alimony Reform

Alimony Reform

PLease visit my law office blog to read about 2013 alimony reform www.pamelawynn.com/blog
Sep 19
Florida Financial Affidavit - To File or Not to File?

Florida Financial Affidavit - To File or Not to File?

Those divorcing couples who have made Scalesagreements as to the property and children often want to skip filing a Florida financial affdiavit because
Aug 16
What Does a Remand Mean in Your Divorce Case?

What Does a Remand Mean in Your Divorce Case?

If you are one of the lucky ones and succeed in your appeal, the appeallate court may "remand" your DIY divorce case to the trial...

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Health Care Fraud Blog

Covers durable medical equipment fraud, HIPAA violations, insurance fraud, medicaid fraud, and medicare fraud. By Robert David Malove.

http://www.healthcarefraudblog.com/

Mar 26
OIG Issues Special Fraud Alert - PODs "Inherently Suspect"

OIG Issues Special Fraud Alert - PODs "Inherently Suspect"

WASHINGTON (March 26) – The Office of the Inspector General of the Health and Human Services Department has issued a Special Fraud Alert that physician-owned distributorships (PODs) are “inherently suspect” under the…
Mar 13
Convicted Houston Doctor Sentenced to More than 5 Years Behind Bar

Convicted Houston Doctor Sentenced to More than 5 Years Behind Bar

HOUSTON (March 13) - A Texas doctor who was convicted of conspiracy to commit health care fraud and six counts of false statements relating to health care matters was sentenced today to serve 63 months behind bars. Ben Harris Echols, 63,…
Jan 30
Deputy AG Lanny Breuer Leaves Justice Department

Deputy AG Lanny Breuer Leaves Justice Department

Washington (Jan. 30) -- Assistant attorney general of the Criminal Division, Lanny Breuer, is leaving the Justice Department. Breuer gained notoriety for defending president Bill Clinton against impeachment and for defending four-time Cy…

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Bankruptcy Lawyer Cape Coral Blog

By Radha Rothrock.

http://bankruptcylawyercapecoralblog.wordpress.com

Mar 26
Can Bankruptcy Eliminate or Reduce IRS Debts?

Can Bankruptcy Eliminate or Reduce IRS Debts?

Bankruptcy and the IRS Radha Rothrock is a tax attorney and bankruptcy attorney in Fort Myers, Florida. Bankruptcy is one of the most useful tools to manage your IRS debt. In bankruptcy, your tax debts can be treated as…
Feb 27
HAMP Qualifications in Florida

HAMP Qualifications in Florida

HAMP: An Overview The Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP) is a government sponsored mortgage modification program that may allow homeowers to stay in their homes. HAMP allows eligible participants to lower their mortgage payment to…
Feb 26
Am I liable for a deficiency on a short sale in Florida if the lender gave me a satisfaction of mortgage?

Am I liable for a deficiency on a short sale in Florida if the lender gave me a satisfaction of mortgage?

Will I be liable to the bank for a deficiency if the bank provides me a satisfaction of mortgage in a short sale? Yes, you might be. In a short sale, a seller sells the property to a buyer for less than the amount owed to the bank. The bank,…

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GainesvilleBankruptcyLaw.com

Covers the advantages and disadvantages of filing a consumer bankruptcy case, and explains in layman's terms bankruptcy-related topics. By Law Offices of Joseph Brown, PA.

http://gainesvillebankruptcylaw.com/

Mar 25
Can I be discriminated against for filing bankruptcy?

Can I be discriminated against for filing bankruptcy?

The U.S. Bankruptcy Code protects individuals facing discrimination on the basis of bankruptcy filings. Federal, state and local governmental units may not discriminate against you solely because you filed for bankruptcy. Under 11 USC 525…
Mar 15
Why Does the Attorney Want Paid in Full Before Filing My Chapter 7?

Why Does the Attorney Want Paid in Full Before Filing My Chapter 7?

Chances are if you have spoke with a bankruptcy lawyer about potentially filing a case you were told by the bankruptcy attorney the fees and costs are due in full prior to actually getting your case filed. Here in Gainesville, I explain to…
Oct 24
Client Case Summary – Jason & Mary Ball Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

Client Case Summary – Jason & Mary Ball Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

I intend to post summaries from actual consumer bankruptcy cases I’ve handled.

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