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Construction Contracts: Key Clauses you Need to Know

Are you a Florida Contractor? It is important to know that a construction contract is one of the most critical parts. A construction contract ensures that you and your clients create terms and conditions that both parties are satisfied with and that will be followed. These contracts are meant to protect both you and your clients. Florida Statute 489.101-489.147 covers construction contracting. A well-drafted contract establishes the key terms and expectations to be followed by both parties. It also provides

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Business Impact of the FTC Non-Compete Ruling

Are you a Florida business owner? Are you protecting your business by ensuring your employees sign a noncompete agreement? If so, a new ruling by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) will affect all noncompete agreements nationwide. What is a non-compete agreement? A non-compete agreement is a legal contract between an employer and employee that limits the employee from engaging in conduct that would increase competition for the employer or other party for a specific amount of time. In Florida noncompete

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Common Signs of Roof Damage

Your roof needs to be regularly inspected; if not, it can lead to property damage issues in the future. A roof’s lifespan can vary depending on the circumstances; several contributing factors can cause significant property damage and material loss for your roof. What Is Roof Damage? Roof damage occurs when external forces lead to wear over time on your roof. When it comes to harsh weather conditions like rain, hail, high winds, and hurricanes, these elements can often be unpredictable

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Tips for Your Roofing Claim

Property loss can be a devastating experience. If your home has been damaged by a storm, and your roof has suffered most of the damage, you may be wondering what to do next. Filing a claim can seem daunting, and the process of filing a claim and getting your roof repaired can be complicated. If you have ever had to file a claim for room damage, you know how frustrating the process can be. You have to deal with insurance

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Florida Senate Bill 2-D and 4-D: What You Should Know

If you’re a Florida homeowner, contractor, public adjuster, or lawyer, then it’s important to know about Senate Bill 2-D and 4-D. These two bills make widespread changes to the laws that govern Florida property insurance, and they were passed as part of a special legislative session on May 25, 2022. Governor Ron DeSantis approved both bills by signing SJ39 on May 26, 2022. In this blog post, we’ll review some of the changes that are likely to be positive for

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Can I Handle Contract Disputes On My Own?

When you have a contract dispute, it can be stressful and confusing. You may feel like you need to hire a lawyer right away to protect your interests. But what if you don’t want to spend the money on legal fees? Or maybe you don’t want to deal with hiring a lawyer at all, if possible? Consulting a Lawyer Before You Sign a Contract Is Your Best Defense Before signing a contract, it’s always a good idea to consult with

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Can You Collect Attorney’s Fees for Post-Judgment Collections?

Good news! Even if the basis for your underlying case (a contract, statute or other writing) does not include an attorney’s fee provision, you may still have options for the recovery of your post-judgment collection attorney’s fees and costs. What Does It Mean for Your Case to Be “Post-Judgment?” Post-judgment collections refers to the process of enforcing a final judgment after it has been issued in a case to collect the amounts due to a judgment creditor. When a monetary judgment

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Violation of Non-competition and Non-disclosure Agreements

Are you a Florida business owner? Are you protecting your business by ensuring your employees sign a noncompete and nondisclosure agreement? Do you suspect they are in violation of said agreements? Our experienced lawyers can help you by either drafting said agreements or determining if an employee is in violation of same. What Is a Noncompete Agreement? A legal contract between an employer and an employee that restricts the employee’s ability to compete with the employer’s business got a specified

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Copyright or Trademark Infringement

Are you a Florida business owner? Do you have proper protections in place to protect your business’ brand and works? Our experienced lawyers can help you by determining business protection needs and drafting necessary documents. What Is Copyright or Copyrighted Material? Original works that are protected by copyright laws. According to the Florida Bar Association, Copyright law protects original works of authorship such as books, music artwork, photographs, webpages and software. Sometimes even one work of authorship may require more

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