With easy access to water, boating is a popular activity in Florida. With the highest number of registered boats in the country, boating accidents are likely to happen. High-speed crashes on the water can result in severe injuries due to negligence of boat operators,...
Year: 2021
Is a foreclosure crisis eminent?
A really hot market with increasing home prices usually culminates in a housing bubble that eventually pops. When that happened in the past, a foreclosure crisis was quick to follow. Some people believe the market is in the right position now to bring about a crisis...
How long could I keep my home before it goes into foreclosure?
An occasional missed mortgage payment does not usually cause you to lose your home. As reported by GoBankingRates.com, lenders generally offer a grace period. Some lenders, for example, have a 15-day grace period. If you make a payment within that time, your account...
The causes of truck underride crashes
Tractor-trailers and large, single-unit trucks typically have higher ground clearance than passenger vehicles. They often pose a severe hazard when sharing Florida roads with cars, light-duty trucks and motorcycles. If you or a loved one sustained catastrophic injury...
What are common car accident injuries?
After a car accident, you may suffer various serious injuries. The National Law Review explains car accidents involve rapid force that twists and bends the body unnaturally, leading to severe injuries. There are several common injuries after a collision. Whiplash and...
Some alternatives to bankruptcy in Florida
If you can't manage your debt in Miami, Florida, you have the option of bankruptcy. Bankruptcy discharges certain unsecured debts through liquidation in Chapter 7 or a repayment plan under Chapter 13. However, since bankruptcy can lower credit scores for a few years,...
Key amendments governing Florida condos’ collection practices
State law governs how Florida condominium associations manage their operations and conduct basic units. The way that they collect unpaid dues and assessment fees is subject to several important regulations. In recent months, bills amending the Florida Condominium Act...
Utilizing the right of redemption statute during a foreclosure
Going through a foreclosure is a stressful situation for anyone. In Coral Gables, Florida, it's important to know your options for retaining your home. What is a right of redemption? The ability for a person to stop a foreclosure of their property by paying the amount...
How could you protect retirement savings in a divorce?
Saving money for retirement stands as an important goal for responsible persons. Some may plan their retirement savings decades in advance, but they never anticipated their marriage would fall apart. Protecting retirement savings becomes a top priority for many headed...
Facts to help car and truck drivers avoid motorcycle accidents
Motorcycles are a common sight on Florida roads. While drivers of cars and trucks will generally share the road with motorcyclists in a safe manner, accidents are still frequent. It is imperative for motorcyclists and drivers to be aware of the challenges they might...