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Q: How will my affidavit and PTSD history affect my husband's aggravated battery case in Florida?
On July 8, 2026, my husband, recently released from federal prison and under house arrest, removed his ankle monitor and was arrested for aggravated battery with a deadly weapon and resisting an officer without violence. He was charged following my drunken sworn statement, made during a PTSD... View More 
Andrey Mangushev
answered on Jul 21, 2026
answered on Jul 21, 2026
The situation you describe implicates several serious dimensions of Florida criminal procedure and domestic violence law. Under Fla. Stat. § 741.2901, the State of Florida has adopted a strong policy of prosecuting domestic violence cases even when the alleged victim does not wish to proceed —... View More
Q: Can I hold property management accountable for elevator issues affecting my health?
I live in an apartment building in Florida where our elevator was disabled for 10 days, recently fixed on July 20th. During this period, I had to climb up and down 60 stairs to enter and exit my apartment. I have had two back surgeries and am still undergoing treatment, and using the stairs has... View More
Andrey Mangushev
answered on Jul 21, 2026
answered on Jul 21, 2026
Your situation raises legitimate legal claims under Florida landlord-tenant law and negligence principles. Florida Statute § 83.51 requires landlords and their managing agents to maintain rental premises in a condition that complies with building, housing, and health codes, and to keep the... View More
Q: What should I do if a payment processor fails to deposit $15k in completed transactions into my business account?
I operate a business in Florida and recently encountered an issue with my payment processor, which is based in New York. The processor's system showed 27 transactions amounting to $15,000 as completed, but the funds never reached my business account. A customer confirmed that his card was not... View More
Andrey Mangushev
answered on Jul 21, 2026
answered on Jul 21, 2026
What you are describing is a serious commercial dispute that implicates both Florida contract law and potentially federal banking regulations. When a payment processor holds or fails to remit funds for completed transactions, the core legal theory is breach of contract — specifically, the... View More
Q: What should I do if a payment processor fails to deposit $15k in completed transactions into my business account?
I operate a business in Florida and recently encountered an issue with my payment processor, which is based in New York. The processor's system showed 27 transactions amounting to $15,000 as completed, but the funds never reached my business account. A customer confirmed that his card was not... View More
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answered on Jul 21, 2026
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answered on Jul 21, 2026
Bottom line: You likely have a strong breach-of-contract claim for the $15,000, but your fastest leverage right now is a proper written demand and a formal request for an accounting—not an immediate lawsuit. Two things need to be sorted first: what your processor agreement actually says, and... View More
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Q: What are my legal options for replacing a negligently installed AC in Florida?
I recently had an oversized air conditioning unit installed in Florida, which I believe was done negligently and likely did not adhere to industry standards. The installation specifics were provided by someone other than the installer, who ignored red flags during the process. I noticed problems... View More
Andrey Mangushev
answered on Jul 21, 2026
answered on Jul 21, 2026
What you are describing fits squarely within Florida's framework for contractor negligence and breach of contract. Under Fla. Stat. § 489.129, the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board has authority over licensed contractors, and installing an oversized air conditioning unit that is... View More
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