November 23, 2022 | Daily Business Review
Ruling Reminds Fla.'s Courts, Property Owners of Legal Precedents for Removal of Obsolete Restrictive CovenantsA 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
Potential Pitfalls to Avoid With Restrictive Clauses in Outparcel Sales, Developments for CRE OwnersThe 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
Caveat Emptor Still Dictates in Florida's Courts for Real Estate BuyersAs 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
Appellate Court Strictly Construes FAR-BAR 'As Is' Residential Sales ContractWhen 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
Best Practices for Buyouts of Unit Owners at Older CondosA 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
Best Practices for Buyouts of Unit Owners at Older CondosA 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
Appellate Ruling Protects Buyers of Homes Sold As IsA 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
If Time Is of Essence for Zoning Change, Contract Better Say SoA 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
Lawyers Call for Reviving Terrorism Risk InsuranceCongress adjourned for the year without extending a terrorism risk insurance law. A lawyer calls for speedy reauthorization.
By Oscar R. Rivera
3 minute read