I need help getting my puppy back. I let someone take the puppy under the agreement that they would keep her, allow me to visit, and contribute to her veterinary care. I found out through text messages, shortly after giving them the puppy, that they gave or sold her to someone else. They even used... View More

Charles M. Baron
answered on May 13, 2025

Contact a general practice or civil litigation lawyer in your area. Your agreement may or may not be enforceable in Court, depending on the details of the arrangement and what transpired after the conveyance. Ideally, you should have drawn up a written, signed agreement that included the... View More

I signed all the papers at a dealership for a car in Florida but never took delivery because the air conditioning didn't work. The dealership agreed to loan me another car until mine was fixed. I paid a $2,500 down payment with a credit card. This occurred on a Friday, and as of Monday, the... View More

Erik A. Perez
answered on May 12, 2025

It depends on the terms of the contract. I would recommend you reach out to me so I can review your contract and provide you with a better legal analysis. Generally, if you are seeking recission (or termination) of the contract you will need to verify that is a form of relief available under the... View More

I recently lost my job in Florida, where I have worked for over two years. We were informed we would earn two weeks of vacation after a full year. While I received my two weeks last year, I'm unsure if I'm entitled to payment for accumulated vacation time now. I contacted my local manager... View More

I work in Florida, and my employer has deducted money from my paycheck claiming they overpaid me on March 14th. However, they haven't shown any proof of this overpayment. The deduction was taken from my paycheck in the pay period of May 6th. I've checked, and I don't believe... View More

I signed a pool construction contract in June 2024, and despite making payments totaling nearly $100,000 and having written records, the pool is still not completed. The contract specified a completion timeline of 16-18 weeks, but it has been nearly a year. The contractor does not respond to my... View More

Tim Akpinar
answered on May 12, 2025

A Florida attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. You ask about what type of attorney - your starting point could be to reach out to civil litigation attorneys with experience in contract disputes/construction contract disputes (depending on the technical complexity... View More

I need help dealing with my ex-boyfriend, who is wealthy and controlling. He gifted me a house, where I'm legally the sole owner, and some accusations against me have recently emerged. He claims I’ve stolen the house and committed fraud related to checks. We have proof via texts that he... View More

I am a married woman living in a condo in Daytona, FL, which my husband bought before our 1.33-year marriage; he is the sole owner on the deed. We have no prenups or postnups, and the condo is homesteaded with no liens. He wants to sell it to me, and I've been contributing to expenses.... View More

Rand Scott Lieber
answered on May 6, 2025

To properly protect yourself you would also want a postnuptial agreement making it clear that the property moving forward would be your non-marital asset. Otherwise, if the two of you continue to live in the property together as time passes he may acquire an interest in the equity by virtue of the... View More

I am the owner of a single-member LLC in California performing IT work as a subcontractor for LLC "B" in Florida. I did work directly for company "C" in Virginia through company "B," but I haven't been paid for my February and March invoices, which were due on a... View More

I am a property manager in Florida and recently faced a situation regarding a security deposit. I received a security deposit in March from a prospective tenant to secure an apartment that I was preparing. After turning over the apartment, it was ready by April 16th. The prospective tenant delayed... View More

Barbara Billiot Stage
answered on May 6, 2025

You have to have the landlord consult with a lawyer to figure it out. You cannot provide legal advice to the landlord and you should not be making legal decisions for the landlord.

I am the property owner and planning to use the [Release of Lien form](https://law.justia.com/codes/florida/title-xl/chapter-713/part-i/section-713-20/) as specified in FL Statutes 713.20. I want to ensure that this form will protect me from future claims by both the general contractor and any... View More

I made a purchase through my business for goods and received them. I had a verbal agreement for a 20% discount on the payment, which I made and have a record of the attempted payment. The company never processed the payment and did not contact me for 18 months. Now, they are asking for payment at a... View More

I'm involved in an auto accident case with a law firm and have been visiting the doctors they recommended. Despite these visits, I haven't found relief for my pain. I wish to see a doctor of my choice, but the law firm is not allowing me to do so. In one instance, I paid for medical... View More

Terrence H Thorgaard
answered on Apr 26, 2025

The law firm may believe that for you to see the doctor they recommend may somehow increase the chances of a larger settlement or court judgment. But you can still see the doctor you want.

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I've had my car with a mechanic for 36 days, even though I was initially told it would be fixed in 7 days. The mechanic mentioned personal issues as the reason for the delay and does not answer unless I reach out. I have already paid for parts but not for labor. There is no formal contract,... View More

Does a board meeting qualify as "the next regular or special meeting of the association" for purposes of Florida Statute 720.309(2)(a)? Our HOA holds member meetings only annually, but the board executed a long-term contract for bulk internet services with Comcast on April 16, to be... View More

Erik A. Perez
answered on Apr 25, 2025

No, a special meeting usually refers to a special meeting of the members, not a board meeting. This is governed by § 720.306, Fla. Stat., and it typically involves homeowners/members being called together for a specific purpose (e.g., voting on amendments, removal of directors, etc.). Special... View More

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My father passed away 6 years ago, leaving me nothing in his will, according to my cousin. She received $450,000 in property assets, while my boys received $75,000 each, which was why I didn't contest the will. Recently, $200,000 was found, and my cousin claims I will receive it. However, she... View More

Ira Markowitz
answered on Apr 24, 2025

First hire an attorney!

Don’t sign anything until then.

The probate can be reopened upon the discovery of the new funds. There are questions regarding if it’s in an account and are beneficiaries named or is the State now in possession. after surrender of the funds that are deemed unclaimed.

My wife and I are planning to divorce in Florida, but we haven't filed yet. She recently left and took the car, which I solely own, without any prior agreement regarding property division. I have not made any attempt to contact her for the car's return. What steps should I take to resolve... View More

Rand Scott Lieber
answered on Apr 23, 2025

If you want the court’s help you need to file for divorce. In the divorce you will either get the car back or else the value of the car if she keeps it. Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.

I signed a lease for an apartment on April 1, 2025, and moved some possessions in on April 5th. That evening, a fire rendered the apartment uninhabitable, which the leasing office acknowledged. I was offered to terminate the lease or wait for repairs. When I opted to wait, I was later told I needed... View More

Barry W. Kaufman
answered on Apr 23, 2025

Sounds like you owe the rent April 1 - April 5, at a minimum. If you elected to wait, your lease remained in effect. Apparently upon closer inspection, it was determined that you could not wait - the damage was too severe, and the lease terminated then. Perhaps that's 2 weeks between April 5... View More

In a mutual agreement divorce in which both parties have agreed on all terms and the only asset is a house listed for sale, can we include a clause in the divorce settlement that prevents either party from bringing a new partner to live in the house until the sale is finalized, even if the parties... View More

Rand Scott Lieber
answered on Apr 21, 2025

You can IF you both agree to this provision. In reality, you will find that a clause like this is difficult to enforce. What if someone spends the night, or two nights, is that a violation? Speak with a local family lawyer for more specific advice.

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I have been converting a house into three apartments under a verbal agreement for about a year. My rent was paid through the work I was doing on the property. The owner suddenly informed me that they sold the property and I need to leave, but I have received no formal notice. What are my legal... View More

Barbara Billiot Stage
answered on Apr 21, 2025

You would be considered a month to month tenant and subject to eviction if you do not leave once you are given proper notice. While an eviction might take a few weeks, you could be considered a holdover tenant and subjected to double rent. The judge would impose market value rent.

I offer a cleaning service and signed a one-year contract starting in 2025. The contract stated it would automatically renew with a 7% increase, but allowed Emma Holdings to terminate, adjust the scope of work, or modify terms at their discretion with written notice provided at least 48 hours... View More