Senate Bill 180 (SB 180), a comprehensive act related to emergencies, includes restrictions on county or municipal regulations after certain natural emergencies.
Florida’s CHOICE Act strengthens employer enforcement of noncompete agreements for high earners, offering safe harbor protections and clearer compliance standards.
Florida passed HB 7031, ending sales tax on commercial property rentals—capping years of rate reductions and marking a major shift for commercial leasing.
On June 20, 2025, Governor DeSantis signed the final version of SB 784 into law, which removed certain timing requirements.
SB 1730 contains amendments to the Live Local Act which will have significant effects on local government implementation of the Act.
Florida Senate Bill 606, signed into law on June 2, 2025, amends current Fl. St. 509.214 to provide several new operations fee disclosure requirements for food service establishments.
On June 23, 2025, the Governor signed CS/CS/HB 913 into law—just days after receiving it—marking a major overhaul of Florida’s condominium statutes.
On June 18, 2025, CS/CS/HB 913, a key bill on condominium governance, management, and safety, was signed by legislators and sent to the Governor for approval.
SB 784 will simplify and accelerate the approval of plats and replats throughout the state by shifting responsibility from local governing bodies to administrative staff.
There is often confusion regarding mental capacity in the legal context. This article will explain the process and provide some helpful tips for families.
A $2.75 billion NCAA settlement compensates former athletes and allows colleges to pay current athletes directly, introducing a $20.5 million salary cap and roster limits.
Senate Bill 1080 amends various statutes governing how local governments review and approve development permits and related applications.
Senate Bill 1080 sets new rules for how local governments review development permits, including review timelines, required application information, and limits on impact fee increases. If signed or left unsigned by July 1, 2025, it will take effect on October 1, 2025.
With hurricane season underway, NOAA predicts up to 10 hurricanes. Even one storm can disrupt life, making early preparation more important than ever.
A trademark scam is making the rounds targeting business owners through emails from varying businesses marketing trademark legal services.
This morning, the Florida Supreme Court heard RJ’s International v. Crown Castle, a high-stakes case poised to reshape how contractual terms in property agreements affect future landowners.
Vision 2050, a county-wide amendment to the Comprehensive Plan, was adopted on June 3 and becomes effective once deemed “in compliance” by the state.
All Florida for-profit corporations and similar entities must file their annual report by May 1 to avoid a $400 late fee. Final deadline is the third Friday in September to prevent dissolution.
Florida’s Sixth District Court of Appeal ruled that messages sent through corporate platforms like Slack can be protected by attorney-client privilege and the work-product doctrine.
The Leesburg City Commission voted on April 14, 2025, to deny the proposed annexation and residential development moratorium.
The CCCL marks storm-prone areas. Activities seaward require permits, and surveys must show the line to assess risks, construction limits, and compliance.
FinCEN’s Interim Final Rule, effective March 26, 2025, exempts domestic entities from BOI reporting under the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA).
The City of Leesburg, facing rapid growth with over 30,000 undeveloped residential lots, is proposing a moratorium to pause new developments until January 1, 2027.
In commercial real estate, location matters. Brokers help tenants find safe, accessible, cost-effective sites that match their needs, often at no extra cost.
On March 18, 2025 the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit (U.S.C.A.) issued its decision in Stephen Thaler v. Shira Perlmutter et al., confirming that U.S. law requires human authorship.
The U.S. Department of the Treasury announced it will not enforce penalties under the Corporate Transparency Act for U.S. citizens and domestic companies.
The CTA’s BOI reporting rules are back. FinCEN extended the filing deadline to March 21, 2025, after a court lifted the nationwide injunction.
Internal Revenue Code Section 6166 lays out criteria for helping to preserve wealth and dealing with estate liquidity issues when federal estate tax may be due and the decedent owned one or more closely held entities.
As part of the proposed $115.6 billion state budget for fiscal year 2025-26, Governor DeSantis has outlined a plan to eliminate Florida's longstanding commercial rent sales tax.
Some debts can’t be erased in bankruptcy under Section 523. Creditors must act quickly to understand exceptions and protect their rights to recover.
In E.M.D. Sales v. Carrera, SCOTUS ruled employers can prove FLSA exemptions using the lower “preponderance of the evidence” standard—benefiting employers.
The start of the year is a perfect time to update your estate plan, ensuring your wishes are honored and your loved ones cared for in Florida.
A recent federal court ruling that struck down expanded Title IX protections has implications that could extend well beyond educational institutions.
On Tuesday, January 14, 2025, the Volusia County Council rejected the proposed moratorium on development in the County.
Miami-Dade violated due process by citing code violations using incorrect zoning rules, the Eleventh Circuit Court ruled in two recent appellate decisions.
The Volusia County Council will convene on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, to discuss a potential development moratorium to address flooding issues in the County.
On December 26, 2024, the Fifth Circuit confirmed that the preliminary injunction blocking nationwide enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) remains active.
