MISSING EVIDENCE? YOU MAY BE TO BLAME IF YOU DESTROYED OR EVEN IF MERELY LOST!             When a lawsuit is filed, evidence to prove a point is frequently sought.  What happens when a party to the lawsuit destroyed or lost the evidence?  If the evidence is critical for the other side proving its case, then…

Leaking roof? A common occurrence in Florida where we endure heavy rains during the year, compounded by a season of five months for potential hurricanes. A product of our weather is roof leaks. What happens when a newly installed roof leaks? If the new roof leaks how long can you wait, including negotiations, before filing…

It is not uncommon for Florida homeowners to maintain several homes. An owner may travel “up north” for the summer. An association may be aware of an owner renting out their property, even when there are leasing prohibitions. What happens when an association files a lawsuit against an owner and then does not exhaust all…