Oscar R Rivera

November 23, 2022 | Daily Business Review

A recent ruling by the First District Court of Appeal sent a clear reminder to Florida's property owners and circuit courts: The state has a legal procedure for making antiquated restrictive covenants that have been rendered obsolete by modern development go away, and property owners can make their case for such removals of old restrictions in court.

By Oscar R. Rivera and John Catalano

5 minute read

March 29, 2022 | Daily Business Review

The growth of online shopping and curbside pickup at major big-box retailers and grocery chains has diminished the need for vast parking fields for in-store shoppers, and property owners are trying to tap into the growing appeal of mixed-use sites that provide a live, work and play experience.

By Oscar R. Rivera

5 minute read

May 19, 2021 | Daily Business Review

As Florida's Fourth District Court of Appeal recently reaffirmed, it still holds true in the state for real estate buyers who seek to have their property acquisitions nullified by the courts due to alleged misrepresentations and hidden defects.

By Oscar R. Rivera

7 minute read

September 06, 2018 | Daily Business Review

When real estate transactions are not consummated, disputes over alleged violations of the terms of the sales contract are par for the course. However, when a Florida appellate court recently affirmed an $850,000 award for legal fees and costs in a dispute over a $2.85 million residential sale gone awry, the real estate industry takes notice.

By Oscar R. Rivera

6 minute read

December 17, 2015 | Daily Business Review

A change in state law on condo terminations has led to a spurt in developer buyouts, writes attorney Oscar R. Rivera. He suggests some best practices.

By Oscar R. Rivera

4 minute read

December 17, 2015 | Daily Business Review

A change in state law on condo terminations has led to a spurt in developer buyouts, writes attorney Oscar R. Rivera. He suggests some best practices.

By Oscar R. Rivera

4 minute read

October 01, 2015 | Daily Business Review

A state appeals court rules sellers are obligated to disclose known hidden defects even when houses are sold as it, writes attorney Oscar R. Rivera.

By Oscar R. Rivera

4 minute read

July 07, 2015 | Daily Business Review

A Third District Court of Appeal decision on a canceled commercial real estate deal shows the importance of a well-crafted contract, writes attorney Oscar R. Rivera.

By Oscar R. Rivera

4 minute read

December 24, 2014 | Daily Business Review

Congress adjourned for the year without extending a terrorism risk insurance law. A lawyer calls for speedy reauthorization.

By Oscar R. Rivera

3 minute read