Over the years, I have reviewed many estimates and contracts from various types of contractors and homeowners. In most cases, I have found that the contractor did not include several items required by Florida law to be in their estimates or contracts. These are:
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No Bad Days Foundation 4th Annual Kickin’ It For Hope on February 18th
The No Bad Days Foundation supports children in Brevard County who have medical disabilities, but are unable to acquire life enhancing medical devices and other necessities. The No Bad Days Foundation is holding its 4th annual Kickin’ It For Hope kickball tournament on February 18th in order to raise money to purchase these medical devices. Kickin’ […]
Negotiating the Distribution of Patented Products: Points to Consider
Every week, it seems, another news story appears about an innovative startup preparing to launch its new take on a product to a waiting market. While consumers and companies alike often eagerly anticipate these launches, they also pose potential risks to the company and its ownership of its intellectual property. Today’s marketplace is more competitive […]
SCWID Anniversary Celebration at Larsen Motorsports
Space Coast Women in Defense (SCWID) held their 4th Anniversary Celebration at Larsen Motorsports on Saturday night, January 28th. Over 130 people attended and had a great time meeting IHRA Jet Dragster World Champion Driver, Elaine Larsen and her husband Chris, as well as looking at the dragsters and racing equipment throughout their facility. Both […]
NAWIC Block Kids Held on Saturday, January 28th
The Space Coast National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) Chapter held their Block Kids Building Competition at Hans Christian Andersen in Rockledge on Saturday, January 28th. Ed Kinberg judged for the competition along with other members of the construction industry. Widerman Malek sponsored the breakfast for the judges and provided a great breakfast that […]
Girl Scouts Launch Intellectual Property Patch
The Girl Scouts, in conjunction with the United States Patent and Trademark Office, have announced an Intellectual Property (“IP”) patch. Information about the patch can be found here. The Girl Scouts already offer an Innovation Badge, and the IP patch is meant to compliment the Innovation Badge. According to the USPTO website the “IP patch […]
Free Speech Reborn – The Untold Truth Regarding Online Reviews
Valentine’s Day is coming up and millions of consumers are thinking of the perfect gifts for their loved ones; whether it’s a romantic night out or a special purchase off the internet. Certainly when looking to the internet for that purchase the online reviews help direct the buying power. This creative use of technology is […]
I Want to Make a Prototype. How do I Protect my Idea?
You have a great idea and you are ready to take the next step and have a prototype built. This may require the expertise of a draftsman, engineer, or manufacturing house, maybe even an investor. While the best way to protect any invention is often a patent, there may be considerations that prevent filing for […]
Widerman Malek Christmas Party 2016
Merry Christmas! On December 16th, the families and friends of Widerman Malek gathered together to enjoy another one of Widerman Malek’s annual Christmas parties. The party was held in a beautiful venue furnished with a sparkling Christmas tree. You can view the images from the event below and see the festivities for yourself. Photographs courtesy […]
Widerman Malek Children’s Holiday Party 2016
On December 18th, A holiday party was held for the children and grand-children of the Widerman Malek staff at the firm’s Melbourne, FL office. The children and families had a great time making ornaments, holiday decorations, and sugar cookies to eat. Continuing the festivities, a reading of A Visit from St. Nicholas, also known as The […]
