I think I got ripped off by a kitchen cabinet installer.

In addition to the other advice already posted: Chapter 489 of the Florida Statutes as well as the Florida Department of Professional Regulation...

Self-help is strictly prohibited in this type of relationship. A landlord is not permitted to turn off utilities. With regard to the second...

Suing an insurance company is not for the faint of heart or for those who cannot afford lengthy litigation. Insurance companies have very deep...

I just moved to FL from out of state. The apartment I moved into contained bed bugs, do i have any recourse to break the lease?

Make certain that you follow the letter of the law in giving notice to the landlord that you are terminating the lease so that you protect...

Statute of limitations on credit card debt having moved from one state with a 3 year SOL to another with a 5 year SOL.

If you are sued, your attorney will be able to argue for the shorter statute of limitations and provide facts to substantiate the argument. The...

I just signed up for a gym membership. My consumer rights on contract are to cancel within 3 days. Are there cancellation fees?

Your contract will have those provisions disclosed within. If no fees are disclosed in the lease, then the guy likely cannot charge them. Hopefully...

Can I withhold rent for landlord not notifying of major construction and code violations that had to be completed while I'm here

The Florida Bar has a really good summary of the Florida Landlord Tenant Act which can be found here:...

Is an E-MAIL from a tenant, informing me he will vacate my rental early, valid/legal? Will I still need to send non-renewal?

Good for you for being willing to work with your tenant! You should confirm the email by sending a registered letter to your tenant - include a...

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Can the landlord/property management company terminate my lease for a simple HOA violation?

HOA laws were "made" by attorneys who advocate for the HOAs and not the people who live in the communities. Therefore, the skew of the application...

What do I do if I have a criminal case and have been appointed a divorse attorney.

Find a way to hire a defense attorney - most will allow you to create a payment plan so you do not have to pay all up front. Interview a few until...