Important Provisions of Written Agreements
Dec 19, 2021
The Internet offers an unlimited number of forms, some for free some for fee, for all purposes. Keep in mind that certain provisions should be considered for every written agreement....
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COVID Effects Upon Florida Evictions for Non-Payment of Rent.
Jun 08, 2020
Learn how executive and administrative orders and Federal law has altered the face of residential evictions in Florida due to non-payment of rent. In Ordinary Times a Landlord Must Give a 3-Day Notice...
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What happens to pleadings filed with the Clerk of the Court
Jun 26, 2016
A frequent question here on Avvo is why nothing has happened after a Motion has been filed, and why hasn't the Judge ruled on a Motion. Here is an explanation. 1) How are pleadings filed with the Cler...
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Better to Pay Off Debt Over Time, or Wait out the 7 years, or file for BKC?
Jan 23, 2016
It can be difficult when one is no-man's land--not so much debt that a bankruptcy is an obvious better course of action, but too much to get out of the way in a short period of time. Here are some co...
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Advance Notice of a Garnishment not Required in Florida
Dec 06, 2015
Chapter 77 Florida Statutes governs garnishment procedures. Notice to a judgment debtor is required but only after the Writ of Garnishment is either issued or served on the Garnishee. A judgment deb...
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Rebuilding Credit After Bankruptcy
Aug 04, 2013
Although a bankruptcy filing will be reflected on credit reports for 10 years, there are steps that can be taken to establish your credit worthiness after. Remember, you are a better credit risk after...
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Evictions: How Much Time for a Landlord to get Possession in Florida
Apr 07, 2013
Floridians are familiar with a Hurricane "Cone" projecting a path of a storm's eye. The further out in days, the wider the possible area affected. Evictions are not about space but time and typically...
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Attorneys Fees in Florida
May 30, 2011
Legal Fees Are Different from Court Costs Typically, a party winning a law suit is entitled to taxable court costs, such as filing fees, witness fees, costs to have a Summons issued, fees to serve th...
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Florida Foreclosure: How much time to stay in house
Feb 03, 2011
Homeowners, unaware of the legal process, become fearful upon being served with a 20-day Summons that the Sheriff will be coming to throw them out of the house soon after the 20-day period expires.
No...
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Time to Remain in Home in a Florida Foreclosure
Nov 27, 2010
The Complaint is just the start.... The service of a Complaint for foreclosure is just the start of the process. A homeowner will have at least 20 days to serve a response.
If the Complaint fails...
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