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If someone has sued you, your defense attorney is responsible for protecting your rights throughout the proceedings. Part of that duty includes identifying whether you have any valid counterclaims against the party suing you. If your attorney overlooked a counterclaim...
Entering into a business agreement requires careful planning to ensure your legal rights and financial investments are protected. When you hire an attorney to draft a contract, you rely on their knowledge and skill to protect your interests in the event that contract...
Among a lawyer’s most crucial responsibilities when filing a lawsuit is to ensure that all potential defendants are named and served with official notice. Missing a potential defendant could leave that defendant out of the lawsuit entirely – leaving no chance to hold...
When a commercial lender or a community bank extends credit to a business, the transaction is built upon a foundation of risk management. Securing the loan with collateral – such as real property, inventory, or equipment – is a fundamental way to mitigate that risk....
When you engage an attorney to facilitate a real estate transaction, you are seeking more than just a signature on a deed. You are relying on their professional expertise to ensure that the title you are receiving is "clear" – meaning it is free from hidden legal...
When you are injured in an accident that was someone else’s fault, the legal system provides a pathway to seek compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. However, this pathway is not open indefinitely. In Florida, as in all states, there...
Most people create a will or trust because they want clarity. They want their assets to go where they intend with as little cost and stress as possible for the loved ones they leave behind. An estate plan only works, however, if it is legally effective. If a document...
When you hire a lawyer for a business or real estate matter, you typically do so to help you navigate legal rules you may not deal with every day. Many of those rules are not optional. They are set by statutes or regulations and can carry fees, fines, interest or...
Navigating the legal landscape requires a lawyer's keen attention to detail, especially when it comes to adhering to court protocols. This duty extends beyond mere representation; it encompasses meticulous compliance with procedural rules that govern civil litigation....
When you hire an attorney to review, negotiate or advise you about a contract, you reasonably expect a careful, accurate analysis. You don’t merely expect it; you rely on it. Contracts often turn on precise language. Single words, exact punctuation and...