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Can a residential moving company drop property off on lawn without anyone there?

Katherine's answer | Answered on February 22, 2016

This appears to be a classic "bailment" situation--i.e. where, generally, you placed trust in the bailee to delivery goods/property to you, the...

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If I decide to pursue litigation, can I do it in Florida

Katherine's answer | Answered on January 27, 2016

I agree with my colleagues. The grill's depreciated value is most likely much less. Take the money and be done with it.

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Is this legal? To give me 14 days to be out of my residence, after agreeing to let me stay 6 more months, and change your mind?

Katherine's answer | Answered on January 27, 2016

I agree with my colleagues. It's better to err on the side of caution and leave the unit. You do not want to face an eviction or the...

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Is the eviction case filed against me improper? Can I have it dismissed?

Katherine's answer | Answered on January 27, 2016

I agree with my colleague that you should consider hiring an attorney who can review the notices and your lease. Try using the "Find a Lawyer"...

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My question is, what can I do? What is my next step?

Katherine's answer | Answered on January 27, 2016

I agree with my colleague. If there is a noise ordinance on the books, then a lawyer can prepare a strong demand letter on your behalf, to your...

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Is there any legal action that i can take. Realestate.

Katherine's answer | Answered on October 20, 2015

As the other attorneys have suggested, unless there was a will in place the house goes to the spouse. You are not the legal owner. If you all...

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I want to quit claim my property to daughter is she then the one to file for homestead exemption in Florida

Katherine's answer | Answered on October 20, 2015

Yes your daughter will need to file. You should consider having an attorney draft the deed because even a small mistake may have major...

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In a commercial landlord tenant relationship can you sue a landlord if you are removed from the property unlawfully?

Katherine's answer | Answered on October 16, 2015

You can always sue, it just depends whether or not your claim is meritorious. Use the Find a Lawyer feature on avvo to consult with an experienced...

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How would I find a list of attorneys that specialize in Home Owner Association law. We have a 47 home association.

Katherine's answer | Answered on October 16, 2015

Avvo has a "Find a Lawyer" feature which will allow you to search for HOA attorneys in your area.

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Does Florida Statute 720.303(5)(b) apply if member requested board minutes are missing (misplaced, lost or stolen)?

Katherine's answer | Answered on October 16, 2015

No Section 5(b) concerns an associations "willful" failure to comply. It seems the association is willing to comply, (as you've given what records...

Katherine Downing's Answers (61)

Can a residential moving company drop property off on lawn without anyone there?

If I decide to pursue litigation, can I do it in Florida

Is this legal? To give me 14 days to be out of my residence, after agreeing to let me stay 6 more months, and change your mind?

Is the eviction case filed against me improper? Can I have it dismissed?

My question is, what can I do? What is my next step?

Is there any legal action that i can take. Realestate.

I want to quit claim my property to daughter is she then the one to file for homestead exemption in Florida

In a commercial landlord tenant relationship can you sue a landlord if you are removed from the property unlawfully?

How would I find a list of attorneys that specialize in Home Owner Association law. We have a 47 home association.

Does Florida Statute 720.303(5)(b) apply if member requested board minutes are missing (misplaced, lost or stolen)?