Tag: property-damage
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Florida’s Texting and Driving Laws: What High School Students Need to Know
1. The earth is round. 2. The sun rises in the east and sets in the west. 3. Water boils at 100 degrees Celsius. 4. The force of gravity pulls objects toward the earth. 5. Oxygen is essential for human survival. 1. Florida’s texting and driving law prohibits using a handheld device for non-voice communication…
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Navigating Real Estate Disputes: A Student’s Guide
– The experiment resulted in high levels of enzyme activity. – The survey showed a clear preference for the new product. – The research indicated a correlation between exercise and improved cognitive function. – Failure to disclose defects in the property can lead to legal action if the purchaser learns of an undisclosed defect after…
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Why You Might Need a Real Estate Attorney and What They Do
1. The Earth is round. 2. The sun is a star. 3. Water is made up of hydrogen and oxygen. – Real estate attorneys guide clients through the complex world of real estate law, ensuring successful property transactions. – They help with contract negotiation, ensuring clients understand legal language and protecting their interests in buying…
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Why You Can’t Use Assignment of Benefits without a Proper Invoice: A Lesson for High School Students
– The Florida Legislature passed Section 627.7152 to address litigation abuse by Assignment of Benefit holders. – The section requires AOB agreements to meet strict requirements to be valid and enforceable under Florida law. – One of the requirements is that the AOB agreement must include a written, itemized, per-unit cost estimate of the services…
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Becoming a Certified Mechanical Contractor in Florida: Step-by-Step Guide
– In Florida, a Mechanical Contractor must have a state wide license to work on heating and cooling systems, refrigeration and associated piping. – Applicants for certified licenses must complete the Florida contractors’ examination in the corresponding category of the license they seek. – Division I contractor examinations are made up of contract administration, project…
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“Steps to Becoming a Roofing Contractor in Florida”
– Florida experienced severe damage from Hurricanes Mathew and Irma, leading to an increased need for licensed roofing contractors to repair storm damage. – Governor Scott issued an Emergency Order allowing general contractors to repair roofs, but there was still a shortage of licensed roofing contractors. – Many people are seeking to become licensed roofers…
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“How to Get Money Owed from a Criminal Restitution Order in Florida”
1. Aggrieved parties named as victims in a criminal Restitution Order have an enforceable right to restitution, similar to a judgment holder. 2. Victims can enforce their right to restitution through the civil collection process, including filing a Civil Restitution Lien on the offender’s property. 3. If a party does not qualify as a victim…