I LOANED someone a lot of money over an 8 year period, he will not pay me back. We have NO written agreement only an oral one.

Be careful about suing. The statute of limitations on an oral contract is 4 years. If you file suit on any part of the money that was loaned more...

Would I "likely" prevail in small claims court?

Are you kidding? You prevented the owner of the stable from renting their stable. It takes more than a day or two 2 rent a space in a stable. You...

Is it possible to appear electronically for a mediation conference in FL?

The parties must agree to electronic mediation. The benefit of face-to-face mediation is that the parties actually look at each other and talk...

What are the proper steps for hiring independent contractors for my start-up?

Step 1: Hire an employment/business lawyer to assist and advise you. Just because you call someone an "independent contractor" does not make it...

Can I have shared guardianship of my 16 yr old Granddaughter with her Mother? the Mother is in agreement.

This situation occurs frequently. A properly prepared "Travel Consent, Educational and Health Care Surrogate Designation for Minor Child(ren)"...

Get a construction lawyer involved. Often, a letter from the lawyer will result in the contractor removing a lien. If that does not work, your...

Am I able to cancel a contract on a used car I bought on Wed, Aug 3, within 3 business days?

There is 3 day right to cancel. You may be stuck with your deal.

Is this gym contract fair?

It doesn't matter if the contract is "fair" or not. As long as the contract does not violate the law, and it contains the necessary terms, it is...

How do I legally end my contract

Pay a lawyer to review the contract and the facts, then advise you.

see, Colby Materials, Inc. v. Caldwell Constr., Inc., 926 So. 2d 1181 (Fla. 2006)