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As a business operating in Florida that installs residential closets, do I need to obtain a specific type of license, and are there any local regulations or permits required for these installations?
I am based in Orlando, Florida, and have been targeted by a business operating out of Toronto, Canada, owned by an individual with South Korean or dual Canadian-South Korean citizenship. The business doxxed me by posting photos from my private Instagram account on Twitter and requested their... View More 
I am an Australian citizen currently on a pending marriage-based adjustment of status in the United States, having entered the country on an ESTA. I married my U.S. citizen husband towards the end of my ESTA validity, leading to a brief overstay while we waited for essential documents. Our marriage... View More
Do I need a real estate attorney to create a valid lease agreement for my rental property in Florida? We haven't had any issues with our current tenant, but I want to ensure we are legally protected. I would like the lease to include specific qualifiers such as no pets, no changes to the... View More
answered on Apr 16, 2025
It is not absolutely necessary, but I would highly recommend having a seasoned Landlord/ Tenant Lawyer review the agreement to avoid any potential issues and include the provisions you referenced. I have drafted and reviewed thousands of them and would be happy to help.
While my car broke down on a two-lane road with no shoulders, I moved it to a "no parking" area to avoid blocking traffic and left a note stating I would return with jumper cables. Upon returning, my car was towed away. I discovered, through video and witnesses, that two police officers... View More
Last Thursday, I discovered a cockroach baked into one of my Kirkwood frozen nuggets purchased from Aldi. Aldi provided a $10 gift card as compensation, but I expressed that it wasn't sufficient. The customer service representative mentioned contacting the manufacturer, but I have not received... View More
I did not file my late husband's non-probate will in Florida because I wasn't aware I needed to. It's been 2 ½ years since his passing. The will primarily involves a car and a house that were in both our names. Our bank accounts were transferred to my name only during a Qualified... View More
answered on Apr 16, 2025
Yes, it is an affirmative duty to submit the Will to the clerk of the court in the county where your husband resided and yes, a law office can help you with this if you are out of state or otherwise need help. In accordance with Florida Law, the person in possession of the Will (custodian of a... View More
My boyfriend was arrested due to false allegations made by a neighbor with whom we've had ongoing problems. The neighbor claimed my boyfriend broke into his one-bedroom apartment. According to the arrest affidavit, the investigator observed that the window blinds, not the screen, were pushed... View More
I would like to form an LLC in Florida under the name "Visionaire Enterprise." However, this name is too similar to an existing business, "Visionaire Enterprises," in the state. I am considering using the name "Visionaire Legacy" for my LLC and filing a DBA as... View More
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answered on Apr 15, 2025
Under Florida law, here’s how your situation would play out and what you need to know and do:
1. LLC Naming Rules
Florida requires that the name of your LLC be distinguishable from any other entity registered with the Florida Division of Corporations. So, if "Visionaire... View More
I was recently arrested for grand theft in Florida, even though I didn't leave the store with items valued at $1,063. I'm currently out on bond, and this is my first offense with no prior criminal record. What steps should I take in my situation?
My mom passed away in Florida, and her estate is held in trust. I am the trustee and sole beneficiary of this trust. She has an unpaid bill from 2023 for $2,500 related to a stay at a rehab facility, and the facility continues to send this bill monthly. There are sufficient funds in the trust to... View More
I left a one-star review on my sister's Google business without any comment. She texted me, threatening to sue me for defamation and slander. She hasn't taken any legal action yet. Her business has only two reviews: a five-star from another person and my one-star. Can she legally sue me... View More
answered on Apr 15, 2025
Can she run to the courthouse and file any lawsuit complaint she feels like? Yes. Would it fly? It should not, and it should be tossed out upon an appropriate motion to dismiss. A pure opinion without any false statement is not actionable.
I'm concerned about the legality of scanning and emailing a doctor's excusal note written on prescription pad paper to the Human Resources department at my job. The note is intended to excuse me from certain activities, not for any prescription drug. Is this a legal way to submit such documentation?
I have been in a dispute with Aspen Dental for over two years due to their repeated submission of incorrect insurance information, preventing my insurance from paying for services. Despite their assurances of submitting corrected information, the issue persists. Recently, in a three-way call with... View More
As a convicted felon in the state of Florida, is it legal for me to own a modern black powder handgun? I'm not under any probation or parole conditions, and I'm not aware of any specific circumstances related to my conviction that might affect my firearm rights.
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answered on Apr 15, 2025
In Florida, even though black powder firearms are often considered antique and are not regulated the same way as modern guns under federal law, state law is stricter for felons. Florida law generally prohibits a convicted felon from owning or possessing any firearm, including black powder guns that... View More
I was injured as an Uber passenger 56 days ago, and while Uber initially accepted responsibility and filed a claim with their insurance on my behalf, they stopped communicating after I provided my medical records. My current attorney has submitted a demand request, but they mentioned I cannot begin... View More
answered on Apr 15, 2025
Yes. You are in the driver seat and call all the shots. You can terminate your representation at any time, but the attorney may have a charging Lien if there has already been a settlement offer that he has procured for you from the insurance company. This is known as a quantum meruit lien. However,... View More
I obtained a Florida marriage license at the Clerk's Office on 09/21/22, which both my partner and I signed. We had a symbolic wedding abroad, but the marriage license was not notarized or signed by the wedding officiant and was never sent back to the court to be recorded. We have a joint... View More
answered on Apr 15, 2025
Obtaining a license by itself does not mean that you are married. Florida, like most states, does not recognize common law marriage so how you have lived and the joint bank account are not important. You could do an online search of the clerk who issued the marriage license to see if there is a... View More
Do I have any recourse to recover a portion of the property value or monies spent after a split with my girlfriend of seven years? We had a verbal agreement when acquiring a house in Key West seven years ago. She paid for the house in cash ($580k), and I was responsible for rebuilding it. I... View More
answered on Apr 14, 2025
Yes, you can claim unjust enrichment, constructive trust, resulting trust, promissory estoppel, and partnership, among others. If you have emails or text messages, those constitute a written agreement that can be the basis of a claim in contract as well. We have had success litigating this issue... View More
My child's father is court-ordered to pay child support and cover our child for medical expenses. I am responsible for the co-payment and must send the bills to him for reimbursement according to the court-ordered percentage. My child, who is 9, has recently started attending counseling, which... View More
answered on Apr 14, 2025
Send the bills. First, it is your responsibility through shared parental responsibility to keep the other parent informed about medical issues (which includes therapy). The law is that you do not need the other parent's permission to send the child to therapy so he cannot block it. Worst case,... View More
I am concerned about a situation involving a friend, John, who has dual citizenship with the USA and another country. John discussed plans to kill someone in the other country (who is not a US citizen) with his friend Chris, who resides there. Chris has been blackmailing John for money, claiming he... View More
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answered on Apr 13, 2025
Under 18 USC 956, which addresses the offense of conspiring to kill someone in a foreign country, John could face legal consequences if it is found that he made plans or attempts to carry out such an act. Even though the victim is not a U.S. citizen, the law covers U.S. citizens who plan or... View More
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