civil law

Mediation-is it a good idea?

Mediation-is it a good idea? By: Eric L. Hostetler Mediation can either be voluntary or ordered by the court, depending…

12 years ago

Permanent Alimony Ban Bill Approved by Florida Senate

Ex-spouses who depend upon alimony to live off of may be in jeopardy of losing this extra income.  This past…

12 years ago

Is the Economic Loss Rule Dead in Florida?

On March 7th 2013, the Florida Supreme Court ruled that the economic loss rule can only be used in relation…

12 years ago

Can HOA’s Fine Owners?

HOA Laws and Rights Do Homeowner Associations have the right to fine owners who do not comply with their rules? …

12 years ago

Can Passengers Sue Cruise Ships for Catching Norovirus On Board Ship?

In the past year, a mutant strand of the norovirus invaded over a dozen cruise liners around the world. The…

12 years ago

Remember This? When Common Sense Loses in a Court of Law

Are you aware that coffee is served hot? How about that if hot coffee were to accidentally spill on someone…

12 years ago

The Wedding is Called Off. Who Keeps the Engagement Ring?

We all know people who have gotten engaged only to call off their engagement a few months later.  Did you…

12 years ago

What to Do When Contract is Breached

For those who've watched the popular Home and Garden television show, Holmes Inspection, we have all seen homeowners distraught after contractors failed…

12 years ago