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  • Resolving Problems Between Tenants and Landlords in Florida

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    – Tenants in Florida have the right to sign a written rental agreement to ensure transparency and clear terms for both parties. – If the landlord breaches the lease agreement, the tenant may initiate legal action. – Landlords in Florida may not violate codes and statutes, such as discriminatorily increasing rent or decreasing services to…

  • Maximize Your Car Accident Settlement: 9 Tips to Get More Money

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    1. Document the accident scene by taking photos and videos of the damage to both vehicles, weather conditions, and injuries sustained. 2. Gather contact information from any witnesses who may have seen the accident. 3. Seek immediate medical treatment to have the injuries evaluated by a medical professional. 4. Do not speak with the other…

  • How to Win a Noncompete Case: Move Quickly to Secure Victory

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    – The Tampa federal court denied a preliminary injunction to a transportation management company seeking to enforce non-compete agreements against four former employees due to delay in filing the lawsuit and lack of urgency. – The court emphasized the need for speed and urgency in proving imminent and irreparable harm when seeking a preliminary injunction.…

  • “After a Slip and Fall in Florida: 5 Steps to Take”

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    – Seek medical treatment to properly document injuries. – Report the accident to a manager, owner, or landlord and request a written report. – Document names, addresses, and contact information of potential witnesses. – Take pictures of the accident location and any contributing conditions. – Record details of the accident and store clothing and shoes…

  • Auto Insurance Fraud: Famous Cases

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    The truck driver and the driver of the Firebird survived a collision on a Los Angeles freeway in 1992. One of the Firebird’s passengers was killed. Authorities determined that the incident involving the teacher and her students setting her car on fire was a case of insurance fraud. The teacher had approached failing students and…

  • Understanding Real Estate Law for High School Students

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    1. The data shows that there is a strong correlation between smoking and lung cancer. 2. The research indicates that exercise can improve mental health and reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression. 3. The survey results reveal that a majority of respondents prefer products with environmentally friendly packaging. 4. The analysis suggests that there is…

  • What to Do if You’re Hurt at an Amusement Park

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    – Theme park injuries are rare, but there are over 30,000 reported annually worldwide – In 2019, there were 1,299 reported injuries from amusement park accidents in the United States – Florida and Texas are home to many major theme parks and attractions that draw millions of visitors each year – RTRLAW has been serving…

  • Average Slip-and-Fall Settlement Amounts in Florida

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    – Slip-and-fall settlement amounts in Florida vary for each case and are influenced by unique factors. – Common injuries from slip-and-fall accidents include broken bones, sprains, traumatic brain injuries, and spinal cord injuries. – Rainstorms in Florida often lead to slip-and-fall accidents on wet entryway floors due to insufficient warning signs or cleaning. – Uneven…

  • Answering Your Car Accident Questions

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    1. In Florida, even if the car accident is your fault, you will still have insurance coverage through personal injury protection (PIP). However, the other driver can still sue you if their injuries are severe. 2. Information about your car accident in Florida becomes public record 60 days after the collision. Until then, only select…

  • “Can You Sue a Hotel or Rental Property for Bed Bugs? Know Your Rights”

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    – At least 80% of hotels in the United States had to treat their properties for bed bug infestations in 2015. – Bed bugs can easily spread from room to room and even to guests’ homes. – Legal grounds for suing a hotel for bed bug bites include breach of warranty, evidence collection, potential damages,…

  • Is a Car Accident a Crime? – Understanding Your Legal Rights in a Car Accident

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    1. A car accident is usually considered a civil incident, but can become a criminal case if it involves driving under the influence, hit-and-run, or reckless driving. 2. Driving under the influence can result in serious penalties, including jail time and fines, especially if someone is injured or killed. 3. Hit-and-run occurs when a driver…

  • Enforcing Non-Compete Agreements: What You Need to Know Before Signing a Contract

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    1. Former employees are reminded of their post-employment obligations through a letter after their separation, whether stand-alone or part of a more comprehensive separation letter. 2. Look for “smoking gun” evidence of potential breach, such as analyzing former employee’s work email and computer for any signs of taking confidential information. – No new company was…

  • “Why You Should Use Business Immigration Lawyers”

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    – Business immigration law is constantly evolving and covers a wide range of topics related to hiring or working with employees from other countries. – The American immigration system is complex, and business immigration attorneys stay up-to-date with the latest laws and have vast experience in the field to help clients navigate the landscape. –…

  • Enforcing Non-Compete Agreements: What You Need to Know

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    1. The data showed a significant correlation between exercise and improved mental health. 2. The survey results indicated that most participants preferred shopping online over going to physical stores. 3. The experiment demonstrated that plants grow better with regular exposure to sunlight. 4. The research findings suggested that regular meditation can reduce stress levels. 5.…

  • Legal Battles: No More Business Competition.

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    1. The sky appears blue because when the sun’s light reaches the Earth’s atmosphere, the shorter blue wavelengths are scattered more than the other colors. 2. The moon’s gravitational pull causes the ocean tides to rise and fall. 3. The Earth orbits the sun because of the gravitational force between the two bodies. 4. The…

  • Determining Fault in a Dog Bite Incident in Florida

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    – Florida law regarding dog bite cases is based on strict liability, making the owner responsible for the dog’s actions, even if the dog has never bitten anyone else. – Other legal factors come into play when determining a dog owner’s liability, such as whether the bite victim provoked the animal and where the incident…

  • Understanding Florida’s Personal Injury Protection (PIP) Coverage: What You Need to Know and How to Stay Protected

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    – Personal Injury Protection (PIP) is mandatory in Florida and is a required coverage under every car insurance policy. – PIP provides coverage for medical expenses and lost wages regardless of who was at fault for causing the accident. – It is important to seek necessary medical attention after a motor vehicle accident, especially if…

  • What is a Florida Letter of Protection?

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    – A letter of protection (LOP) is an agreement between a patient and a medical provider, where the provider agrees to treat the patient without immediate payment, in anticipation of receiving payment from a lawsuit settlement or judgment. – LOPs are commonly used in Florida due to the 80% coverage of accident-related medical bills by…

  • “Getting Clients from Your Previous Job Could Get You in Trouble.”

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    1. The court ruled that an employee can be taken to trial for violating non-disclosure and loyalty provisions, even without a non-compete or non-solicit agreement. 2. It is unlawful for an employee to take actions that harm their employer for the benefit of a competing business, even while still employed. 3. In the healthcare industry,…

  • Florida Supreme Court Explains Healthcare Industry

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    1. Referral sources can be considered a protectable business interest under Florida’s non-compete statute. 2. The Court provided guidance on which types of business assets can justify enforcing non-compete or non-solicit agreements in all industries. 3. The Florida non-compete law requires companies to show that they have one or more legitimate business interests in enforcing…

  • Changes to Florida Law for Personal Injury Cases

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    – Florida law restricts recovery of future medical expenses to those expenses “reasonably certain” to be incurred. – Evidence must be provided to support that future medical services are reasonably certain to occur. – Awarding damages for future medical expenses cannot be based on the mere possibility of obtaining certain treatment in the future. –…

  • “Questions about Severance Pay: What You Need to Know”

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    – Employers are generally not required to provide severance pay under the Fair Labor Standards Act. – Companies often ask employees and contract workers to sign severance agreements to avoid potential disputes and maintain good-will. – The amount of severance pay offered varies based on factors such as length of employment, position, company size and…

  • Understanding Non-Compete Agreements in Florida

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    1. Non-compete, non-solicitation, and other restrictive covenant agreements are valid under Florida law. 2. These agreements must be reasonable in time, area, and line of business, and must be signed by the person against whom enforcement is sought. 3. The person seeking enforcement must prove the existence of legitimate business interests justifying the restrictive covenant,…

  • Florida Passes New Laws to Limit Lawsuits and Insurance Claim Disputes

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    – Florida has replaced its system of pure comparative negligence with a modified comparative negligence regime. – The statute of limitations for general negligence actions has been shortened from four years to two years. – The standard for bad-faith insurance claims has been amended. – The bill outlines the evidence that a factfinder should consider…