Red-light cameras have been the talk of Sarasota for months, with many citizens and officials staunchly for or against them. SmithLaw found a little bit more about the subject for its blog readers. Red-light cameras are a response to the many accidents caused by running red lights. The Florida Highway Administration’s site reports that [...]
13. February 2012
The Fair Debt Collection Practices Act or FDCPA was created to help protect consumers from unfair debt collecting practices. It is a federal law and applies in every state, often in conjunction with state laws. Florida’s state law is called the Florida Consumer Collection Practices Act or FCCPA. SmithLaw’s blog post detailing that can be [...]
9. February 2012
Florida’s gun laws are fairly lenient. However, there are some rules every licensed gun dealer must follow. All purchasers must be over the age of 18 or have verified permission of their parents. The state of Florida also requires a background check of the purchaser, but does not require permits or registrations. Florida’s background check [...]
9. February 2012
We are all saving our pennies these days. So, do not let that hard work be for nothing–make sure you save your money wisely! One of the best ways to do this is through financial planning. Financial planners help you create an investment blueprint, with both long- and short-term goals. SmithLaw has seen how a [...]
2. February 2012
It has gotten a little trickier, hasn’t it? Here is the lowdown on those parking meters: Right now (as of February 2012), a metered spot will cost you $1 an hour if you are parking Monday through Saturday from 9am until 8pm (except on city holidays, when it is not enforced). But, you can also [...]
2. February 2012
The Florida Consumer Collection Practices Act or FCCPA can help. This act is only for the state of Florida and was meant to create good debt collecting behavior and protect Florida’s citizens from debt harrassment. It defines who is a debtor, who is a creditor, who is a debt collector, and more. It provides rules [...]
27. January 2012
1. How long does the Chapter 7 Bankruptcy process take in Florida? Typically, a Florida bankruptcy case can take four to six months. However, no case is the same and timelines vary depending on the specific circumstances of the case. Your attorney’s schedule, the trustee’s schedule, and the timing of when you take your educational [...]
27. January 2012
These days, everyone can use a little advice on managing his or her money. We have compiled some links below to help you with budgeting, reducing debt, and more. http://www.bankrate.com/calculators.aspx Bankrate.com offers many calculators to help you figure out your home equity, time it will take to pay off credit cards, what a mortgage [...]
27. January 2012
An attorney is not required for individuals when filing bankruptcy in the state of Florida. Individuals may file pro se, representing themselves. (Businesses must use an attorney.) However, the courts strongly suggest that you hire an attorney to represent you during your case. Let us examine why. The appointed trustee and other court personnel cannot [...]
13. February 2012
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