Probate is the legal process by which you distribute assets and pay any debts a deceased person (“decedent”) owed in life. This process is rarely at the top of anyone’s mind after losing a loved one, so many wonder, How long does probate take in Florida? The duration of the process can vary significantly depending on several factors, particularly...
Probate is the legal process of administering a deceased person’s estate. It involves settling debts and distributing assets according to the deceased person’s will or Florida law. If the deceased person (decedent) left behind large or complex assets, especially business interests, probate can quickly become complicated. BrewerLong has extensive experience guiding individuals, families, and businesses through complex legal matters,...
Protecting business assets is crucial for the business’s long-term success. Many people and companies tout their asset protection strategies. It is crucial to take advice only from those who truly understand the legal and financial framework businesses operate under. Some of the best asset protection strategies, like selecting the proper business structure and ensuring compliance with financial regulations, require...
Please note this blog post is written for employers, although we understand it may be of interest to employees as well. At this time, our firm represents business owners and employers. If you need assistance with a legal matter as an employee, please consult a firm that represents employees. A question that many people have is, “Can you sue...
Most NDAs last as long as the agreement says they last. Many business NDAs use a fixed period, often one to five years, but the right duration depends on the type of information, the business relationship, and how long the information stays valuable. Trade secrets may need stronger protection because they can remain protected only while they stay secret....
Specific performance requires a party to fulfill contractual obligations as promised, rather than paying damages. When you ask for specific performance, you are asking that the court order the parties to proceed as planned under the contract. Courts order specific performance in select circumstances—for instance, where the goods are irreplaceable or truly unique. To help you understand the ins...
Generally, probate litigation involves challenging the administration of the estate of a deceased individual (i.e., decedent). Florida law attempts to ensure estates are closed as soon as possible to avoid a decedent holding title to any property for an extended period. As a result, the statute of limitations on probate litigation is relatively short. With few exceptions, you must...
Please note this blog post is written for employers, although we understand it may be of interest to employees as well. At this time, our firm only represents business owners and employers. If you need assistance with a legal matter as an employee, please consult a firm that represents employees. Florida Firing Laws Employers Need to know Employees and...
A licensing agreement lets one business use another party’s intellectual property, brand, content, technology, software, trade secrets, or other protected asset under specific conditions. For Florida business owners, the right license depends on what is being licensed, who owns it, how it will be used, where it can be used, whether the license is exclusive, how royalties are paid,...
A common way to protect your personal assets is to transfer your property to a limited liability company (LLC). The process is deceptively simple—you have to: In practice, transferring a property title to a Florida LLC is often much more complicated. Missteps or errors can lead to unintended consequences. You may end up with a much larger bill than...