Many business owners are busy juggling the day-to-day demands of running a business. These same business owners often face legal challenges that require strategic thinking and take their focus away from running the business. While some larger corporations have the luxury of an in-house legal team to handle all of their legal issues, many businesses, […]
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Validity of a Springing Power of Attorney in Florida
A Springing Power of Attorney is a specific type of power of attorney that is activated only upon the incapacity of the principal party. Upon the principal party’s determination of incapacity by a physician or a Court Order, the agent designated in the Springing Power of Attorney is then able to secure and manage the […]
Florida is the Top Place for Military Retirees
Wallethub recently performed an analysis based upon several criteria and determined that Florida is the top place for military retirees. This may shock some (ok, probably not), but for those who are the born and raised type of Floridian, this really isn’t a surprise. How could it be? Beaches, warm weather, no state income tax, […]
5 Reasons Why You Should Have a Tax Attorney Review Your IRS Notices
Receiving a notice from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) can be a source of stress and confusion for individuals and businesses. These notices, often filled with complex language and intricate legal details, can have significant implications for your financial well-being. That’s where a tax attorney comes in. Enlisting the expertise of a tax attorney to […]
Understanding Copyright Protection: Your Guide to Safeguarding Creative Works
In today’s modern age, where creativity has no bounds, protecting your intellectual property is of paramount importance. Copyright protection grants creators exclusive rights to their original works, ensuring they can reap the rewards of their creativity, time, and effort. Whether you’re a writer, photographer, artist, musician, or any other creative professional, here’s a summarized guide […]
THE IMPORTANCE OF INCLUDING AN OPERATING AGREEMENT IN YOUR FLORIDA LLC
The world of business is complex, and when it comes to forming a Limited Liability Company (LLC) in Florida, there’s more to consider than just filing the necessary paperwork. Having an Operating Agreement in your Florida LLC is extremely important, even though Florida law does not mandate it. Here’s why it is crucial: Clarifying Organizational […]
Changes to Florida’s Defect Statute of Limitations and Statute of Repose
Earlier this year, there was a significant change to Florida’s construction laws that may have a bigger impact on property owners than initially anticipated. The statute of repose, which was previously set at 10 years, has now been reduced to 7 years with the passing of Senate Bill 360. The statute of limitations, along with […]
DON’T PANIC: DECODING THE IRS NOTICE OF DEFICIENCY
A tax deficiency, as recognized by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), is a discrepancy between the amount of taxes you have reported on your return and what the IRS calculates you owe. This discrepancy often arises when the income you reported on your tax return differs from the income reported to the IRS by your […]
Service Animals v. Emotional Support Animals – Part 1
What is a service animal? Under the ADA, a service animal is defined as a dog [or miniature horse] that has been individually trained to do work or perform tasks for an individual with a disability. The task(s) performed by the dog must be directly related to the person’s disability. Examples of tasks that service […]
Trademark Renewal Solicitation Letters – Are They Scams?
Without a doubt, I get close to two or three calls/emails a week from clients telling me that they received something in the mail telling them that they have to pay a fee in order to keep their trademark registration alive, to renew their trademark registration or, my personal favorite, to “monitor” their trademark application. […]
