Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Coronavirus Concerns & Custody Battles in South Florida
The coronavirus has brought a whole new type of family law dispute into relevance when it comes to custody issues. A number of doctors, first responders, and other healthcare workers here in Florida have found themselves subject to emergency court orders, whereby they can very quickly lose shared custody of their children simply due… Read More »
Family Law Issues in The Time of the Coronavirus
Everyone around the world is feeling the impacts of the coronavirus, whether you are looking at business closures, working remotely from home, children’s schools closing, hospitals, or a number of other everyday regular fixtures in our lives. However, no one was really prepared for the virus to affect family law issues, such as divorce… Read More »
Florida Supreme Court Enters into Coronavirus Order That Affects Commercial Landlords, Evictions, And Foreclosures
Commercial eviction proceedings have been complicated by the coronavirus, as more and more cities and states pass emergency laws barring evictions of tenants, as well as foreclosures, in some instances, all while landlords are still expected to finance mortgages and satisfy their lenders. This includes Florida, where, in late March, the state Supreme Court… Read More »
How Florida Homeowners’ Associations Can Safely Manage Coronavirus-related Legal Concerns
Increasing issues associated with COVID-19, the coronavirus, have caused a number of issues in Florida to the point where Governor DeSantis had to declare a State of Emergency. At this point, there is not only an increased risk to the elderly and those with compromised immune systems, but to everyone, as we know so… Read More »
Needing a Divorce in the Time of the Coronavirus: How to Protect Yourself
There is no question that the coronavirus quarantine is placing a strain on a number of relationships, and has made some realize that divorce is their only option for moving forward with their life. One of the main stressors involves people losing their jobs and/or a percentage of their net worth as a result… Read More »
Businesses Gear Up for Wave of Insurance Bad Faith Litigation Over Coronavirus-Related Claims
The issue of the coronavirus potentially causing business losses and a number of U.S. companies thinking that their insurance policies cover this loss of revenue due to the outbreak will likely be a significant source of insurance bad faith litigation as we face more and more losses due to the virus. According to the… Read More »
Preparing for A Divorce Deposition
When you are in the process of going through a divorce you may receive a notice that your deposition will be taken by your spouse’s attorney. Lawyers take depositions in order to discover information, find out more about what a potential witness might say, and preserve testimony for trial. This can not only help… Read More »
Legal Battles in Florida Over Displaying Flags in Homeowners’ Associations
Battles over decorations between residents and homeowners’ associations is a common issue that both associations and property managers face on a regular basis here in Florida. This is one reason why you want to make sure that, as an association, you work with an experienced homeowners’ association attorney in creating association documents or amendments,… Read More »
Jury Awards RV Owner Almost $8.5 Million, Most of Which Is Punitive Damages, After Insurance Company Denies Claim
In February, a jury awarded one plaintiff almost $8.5 million verdict, which included eight million dollars in punitive damages, as a result of an insurance bad faith litigation claim brought against insurance company National General. The case is one that all insurance companies should be aware of in terms of what it means to… Read More »
Proposed Legislation in Florida Would Alter Requirements for Commercial Landlords When It Comes to Emotional Support Animals
Florida lawmakers are currently considering a bill that would affect a number of commercial landlord and tenant issues by addressing the ability for tenants to keep emotional support animals. Specifically, while it would prohibit landlords from charging more for emotional support animals, it would also allow them to ask for proof and hold a… Read More »
