The Florida House of Representatives passed S.B. 72 in a decisive 83-31 vote, a bill that would give businesses and health care providers a legal safe harbor from COVID-19 injury and wrongful death lawsuits. Governor Ron DeSantis signed the bill
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Henderson, Franklin, Starnes & Holt, P.A. is a full-service law firm based in Southwest Florida with a history dating back to 1924. The firm serves a diverse client base including individuals, small businesses, and larger corporations, providing legal counsel across a broad range of practice areas. Their expertise includes business and tax planning, litigation, real estate, family law, estate planning, health care law, and land use, among others. The firm emphasizes ethical standards and community involvement while offering personalized legal services. Their blog covers topics relevant to Florida law and local regulatory developments, such as land development codes, landlord-tenant issues, and legislative changes affecting local government planning.
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The State of Southwest Florida Real Estate – A Recap of 2021 Market Trends
Henderson Franklin was honored to sponsor 2021 Market Trends, which took place on March 9, 2021, with speakers Randy Thibaut, founder of Land Solutions, Inc., Denny Grimes, President of Denny Grimes & Team at Keller Williams Realty,…
Construction of Docks, Piers, and Other Waterfront Structures in Southwest Florida
It is hardly a secret that one of the many draws of Southwest Florida is the accessibility of owning property along the beaches, rivers, and canals that make the area paradise for residents and visitors alike. Waterfront ownership, or littoral…
Our Office Manager Received A Subpoena—What Should My Company Do Now?
Pet restrictions revisited: Community associations continue to navigate pet restrictions as new Florida law addresses fraudulent emotional support animal claims and documentation
Our team previously wrote about pet restrictions in a 2014 article located here. Nearly six years later, pet restrictions continue to be a breeding ground for confusion, particularly with respect to fair housing and discrimination laws and as those…
Can Employers Require Employees to Receive the COVID-19 Vaccine?
How Refinancing a Property Can Affect Your Estate Plan
The mortgage business is booming in many parts of the country. Historically low interest rates have created an almost frenzied environment with homeowners scrambling to refinance their home loans at these low interest rates. Even a few tenths of a…
A 360 degree look at COVID-19 in Florida — from the Legislature to the Courts
We are already in February 2021! Can you believe it? Our Tampa Bay Buccaneers were crowned Super Bowl Champs, spring is upon us, yet we are still wearing masks, vaccinations are being provided to Floridians as fast as possible, yet…
Maritime Law: Boat Show Checklist
Regional and larger boat shows are often hosted in late winter and early spring when manufacturers are ready to roll out the years newest products. Here are some quick tips to consider before visiting a boat show.
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5 tax tips for those dealing with estates
As we happily turn the calendar to January 2021, many start gathering receipts and documents to prepare for tax season. If you serve or have been recently appointed as a Personal Representative, Executor or Administrator, there are some important income…