Real estate partition involves the fair division of jointly owned property among co-owners or co-proprietors. Unlike other legal actions such as quiet title lawsuits, its focus lies on equitable distribution rather than establishing ownership claims. This approach can...
Year: 2024
How does a Florida construction lien work?
In Florida, contractors and subcontractors have the right to file a construction lien when they have provided labor, materials or services for the improvement of real property and have not been paid in full. The legal mechanisms involved in the process of filing a...
Business formation: 4 considerations when choosing a structure
Have you decided to form a business and become a successful entrepreneur? Congratulations, but do not let your enthusiasm distract you from the many crucial decisions awaiting your attention. One of the most vital is choosing a legal structure for your new company....
What’s the current state of non-compete clauses?
If you’re starting a new business, one of the first things you’ll need to do is bring on at least a few core people to get things up and running. That means having them sign employment agreements. These are crucial to laying out your expectations and requirements of...
Tax-exempt status for nonprofit organizations
One of the major benefits of running a non-profit is that it may qualify for tax-exempt status. Employees still have to pay taxes on their wages, but the business itself will not have to provide income tax payments for money – or other assets – that have been...