The management company has no authority to make decisions on behalf of the board of directors. These issues are usually addressed by the board of directors on the advice of their attorneys. It may be a construction defect company is preparing to sue the developer for construction defects if the... View More

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answered on Jul 10, 2025

Yes, false and knowingly baseless allegations may open the door to using Florida Statute 57.105, which allows a party to seek attorney’s fees when the other side raises claims or defenses without factual or legal support. However, it’s not automatic—this statute is meant to prevent abuse of... View More

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answered on Jul 10, 2025

This situation is understandably stressful, especially with old accusations coming up again after several years. Even though the original investigation didn’t result in charges, a new complaint can still trigger legal proceedings if the police believe there’s new evidence or a different version... View More

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answered on Jul 10, 2025

It’s a frustrating spot to be in—you’ve committed to a lease, but you can’t even get the permits you need to use the space. Under most commercial leases, the landlord has an obligation to deliver you premises that are capable of lawful use. If the unit number isn’t recognized by the city... View More

If your attorney withdrew after the lawsuit was filed, they would’ve needed the judge’s permission through a formal motion to withdraw. In most cases, the judge then gives you around 30 days to find a new attorney. If you don’t, and the statute of limitations has already expired, your case... View More

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answered on Jul 10, 2025

Being held after completing probation requirements and having a criminal charge reduced to civil can raise serious due process concerns. If the only case justifying your detention has been signed over to civil court and you’ve completed all conditions of your probation—including fees and... View More

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answered on Jul 10, 2025

What you’ve described is not only deeply upsetting but may also amount to a violation of your civil rights. If a bus driver repeatedly denied you access based on false information—especially after the company confirmed you are not blacklisted—that raises serious questions. When you add the... View More

Answering your question would require a complete review of the cases, and the reasons for the dismissals. That cannot be done online; you'll need to retain an attorney to do it. Be prepared to spend money on a retainer.

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answered on Jul 5, 2025

Yes, you can file a civil complaint in Florida for non-consensual touching, assault, and negligence. Each of these may support claims for battery, assault, and negligent supervision or premises liability, depending on the facts. Since you have already filed a police report and submitted grievance... View More

You will want to consult an attorney.

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answered on Jul 4, 2025

You can pursue a toxic‐tort claim against your former employer as landlord by documenting the mold conditions, your children’s medical diagnoses, and the company’s long‐standing failure to remedy.

Begin by sending a 30‐day notice of your intent to sue under Florida’s... View More

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answered on Jul 4, 2025

Equitable estoppel can apply when you reasonably rely on the personal representatives’ clear promises to your detriment, and the estate has sat idle for years.

You would argue that (1) the original PR expressly promised the condo to you; (2) you reasonably relied on that promise by, for... View More

Your question may actually be closer to one about your rights are in dealing with affidavits about your assets, rather than wondering if you can use the absence of medical records to deflect such requests. Your job is not to verify the validity of the claim based on your seeing or not seeing... View More

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answered on Jul 4, 2025

You have clear evidence of a contractual obligation and your written chat admissions will serve as proof of breach. Gather your signed agreement, receipts for services rendered, and all chat logs acknowledging the \$1,000 debt.

Draft a formal demand letter stating the amount due, your... View More

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answered on Jul 4, 2025

The preventive notice remains binding on title until a court orders its removal, even if no one pursued it for over a decade. You must initiate a judicial proceeding—often called a petition to expunge or cancel the notice—to clear the registry entry.

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answered on Jul 5, 2025

You’ve taken the right first steps by filing both a hospital and police report. Since the assault happened at your workplace and was captured on video, the footage is key evidence. To ensure it's preserved, immediately send a written request—by email or certified mail—to your employer... View More

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answered on Jul 5, 2025

Your situation raises serious legal concerns that extend beyond medical malpractice and into possible medical battery and fraud. In Florida, performing a procedure that goes beyond what was consented to—especially involving permanent anatomical changes like bone removal—without express,... View More

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answered on Jul 5, 2025

You gave the buyer a reasonable amount of time—well beyond the three months originally agreed upon—to remove the excavator. The verbal agreement, supported by the bill of sale and the December text message, shows that the buyer knew they were responsible for pickup. After nearly ten months of... View More

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answered on Jul 5, 2025

What you’re describing sounds deeply frustrating and raises legitimate concerns about both bad faith conduct and potential violations under federal law. Under Florida law, a bad faith claim requires proof that the warranty provider failed to settle a claim when it could and should have done so,... View More

Sounds fishy to me. "Compliance office for judicial Services" sounds like someone is trying to sound important. It's just an odd choice of words. I doubt its from a reputable bona fide debt collector. Real debt collectors identify themselves.