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Consider Setoff and Apportionment When Evaluating Partial Settlements of Construction Disputes

It is a beautiful building. State of the art in every way. LEED Platinum too! The certificate of occupancy is in hand, and operations are underway. Six months later a door-sized piece of stucco falls off the 10th floor, creating a life-safety hazard. Outside counsel is retained and everyone is put on notice.
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Walking the Tightrope With a Smile (Feigned or Otherwise)

To manage that heavy responsibility while living a complex adult life, there are several practical tips that can help lawyers positively maintain their mental health. As a senior lawyer who has practiced through family and personal health challenges, the following recommendations come from years of trial and error (mostly error).
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The Trauma of Divorce—Helping Families, Children Cope and Bounce Back Faster

Helping your children identify how they feel about their divorce gives you space to validate their emotions and helps them feel understood and not alone in their feelings. It also gives you a rare opportunity to share your shared feelings of stress and anxiety.
4 minute read

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Navigating the New EB-5 Minimum Sustainment Period: Protecting Investors From Hidden Risks

New changes to the program have introduced risks that EB-5 investors need to be aware of to safeguard their investment in the United States. Otherwise, investing in the wrong development could lead them to lose their money and the opportunity to secure a permanent green card.
5 minute read

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Understanding 'O' and 'P' Visas in Sports and Entertainment in Preparation of FIFA's Arrival to the US

With the impending arrival of major soccer events in the United States, including the World Cup, the legal landscape surrounding "O" and "P" visas is witnessing significant developments. These visa categories are critical for foreign athletes and entertainers, allowing them to showcase their talents on U.S. soil. However, their legal representatives must understand the nuances of these visas and how to choose between them.
5 minute read

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Nuisance Abatement: How a Governmental Board Can Impact Negligent Security Claims

Most people understand a "nuisance" to be an annoyance, typically minor in nature but disruptive enough to require attention. When it comes to a governmental nuisance abatement board, however, this cannot be further from the truth; these boards regulate properties due to the drug, prostitution and violent crime that occurs there.
5 minute read

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Pit Stops and Playlists: It's Time to Make Memories on National Road Trip Day

The long Memorial Day weekend offers a chance to spend some quality time away from home, school, work, and the potentially tricky family dynamics that come from your children living between two parents after a divorce.
5 minute read

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Remote Control—Best Practices for Managing Virtual Employees

Remote work, in a variety of forms, is here to stay, which, for many employers, has opened the talent pool to those beyond a commutable distance. While the benefits are clear, a well-drafted set of policies and expectations around remote work will set the stage for smooth working relations throughout your company.
5 minute read

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Fla. High Court Clears Path for Insurance Companies to Utilize Payment Methodologies Enumerated in PIP Statute

The "billed amount" issue deals with both policy language and Section 627.736(5)(a)(5) of the PIP statute. In plain language, the issue can be summarized as whether an insurer is eligible to reimburse a bill at 80% of the amount billed when that amount is less than 200% of the Medicare fee schedule rate for the corresponding year for which the service was rendered.
8 minute read

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Under Florida Guardianship Law, Documented Preference Is the Polestar

It is paramount that a person cultivates an estate plan which clearly sets out their preferences. This should often include a discussion with their trusted loved ones about how they want their interests represented if they become incapacitated.
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