Anywhere from 36% to 53% of small businesses are involved in at least one litigation each year. While this may sound like a lot and an inevitable future for your business, it doesn't have to be that way. For many of these situations, the litigations could have been completely prevented and avoided with a clear [...]
As any rental property attorney will tell you, every investment comes with a certain amount of risk. Owning rental property can generate both monthly cash flow and long term growth. One way to ensure the success of your investment is to protect it. A rental property attorney can help you understand the risks and how you [...]
A business partnership is one of the oldest forms of business. Essentially, it involves two or more people working together. One of the biggest benefits of a partnership is that it’s simple. You don’t necessarily need to pay income tax. Rather, profits made in the business are the responsibility of each owner and taxed within [...]
Whether you own a commercial or personal property in Florida, you need to know about easements. A property with an easement can affect your rights. An easement is the right to enter another person’s land, even though you don’t have an ownership interest in that property. Identifying a Property With An Easement There is no [...]
The court system is available to anyone who has a dispute. Yet, contract dispute cases can be drawn out and expensive. The good news is that there are ways to settle such disputes faster. The most popular method is mediation. First, Try Mediation Mediation involves two parties that are entwined in a contract dispute agreeing [...]
If you’re thinking of starting a nonprofit business in Florida, you need to know about both state and federal procedures. Forming a nonprofit is a time-consuming and often complicated procedure, especially when it comes to securing a tax exemption. That’s why it’s advisable to meet with an attorney with expertise in a nonprofit organization. What [...]
If you’re involved in an accident or are unable to take charge of your medical care, the right legal documents are a must. Fail to write down your wishes in terms of medical treatment and someone to oversee your care, and such matters can land up in the hands of judges or estranged family members. [...]
When you sell off an investment property and profit from its sale, the transaction is subject to capital gains tax in Florida. But with a 1031 like kind exchange, you can defer the taxes. That’s provided that you reinvest the entire sales proceeds into a like-kind investment. The IRC’s Chapter 1031 lends its name to [...]
End of life issues are complex. It’s no wonder many of us avoid making decisions about how things will be handled. It’s a difficult and uncomfortable subject. But, you do need to think about how you’d like your final days to play out – for your own comfort and your loved one’s well-being. At the [...]
If you’re thinking of starting a business in Sanford, there are a few things you need to know. Being an entrepreneur is demanding, so you’ll need to consider if you have the skills and stamina for your startup. Starting a Business in Sanford A business must be formed as a legal entity. It should be [...]
