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Business Succession Planning: How a Business Lawyer Can Help

By Woodward Pires & Lombardo | Blog | Comments are Closed | 29 January, 2018 | 0

When you’re a business owner, you have many responsibilities. While many business owners are too busy running their business on a daily basis to think about succession planning, the importance increases with each passing day. What will happen to your business and employees when you’re no longer here? Having a well-drafted business succession plan isRead more

Beyond Divorce…Other Reasons You Need a Local Family Law Attorney

By Woodward Pires & Lombardo | Blog | Comments are Closed | 15 January, 2018 | 0

Family law……an unwelcoming area of law that many hope they may never have to approach.  When the initial thought of a family law attorney comes to mind, many may conjure up images of aggressive attorneys attempting to dismantle the lives of innocent spouses.  They see unwarranted attempts to have hard earned assets taken from oneRead more

Information Sharing in the Midst of an Opioid Crisis

By Woodward Pires & Lombardo | Blog | Comments are Closed | 14 December, 2017 | 0

Attorney Cathrine Hunter was recently featured in The Florida Bar Health Law Section Newsletter. Read on to learn how the opioid crisis affects information sharing. President Donald Trump issued a declaration on October 26, 2017, stating that the opioid crisis is now a national public health emergency. The HHS Office for Civil Rights subsequently releasedRead more

How Can an Elder Law Attorney Help You?

By Woodward Pires & Lombardo | Blog | Comments are Closed | 29 November, 2017 | 0

Elder law attorneys handle a wide variety of legal issues that relate to older or disabled adults. They act as advocates for the elderly and their loved ones, handling issues related to health care, long-term care planning, retirement, guardianship and many other important matters. Contrary to popular belief, elder law attorneys not only handle financialRead more

What Legal Issues Accompany Hurricanes and Other Natural Disasters?

By Woodward Pires & Lombardo | Blog | Comments are Closed | 31 October, 2017 | 0

Disasters, such as the recent storms that ravaged Southwest Florida and other parts of our country, can cause a chain of legal issues that will arise days, weeks and even months afterwards. As victims of natural disasters start working on rebuilding their lives, they may have to deal with different legal issues either at homeRead more

Top 5 Legal Issues Real Estate Brokers Need to Know

By Woodward Pires & Lombardo | Blog | Comments are Closed | 26 September, 2017 | 0

As a real estate broker, your first priority is marketing yourself and your skills to both the seller and the buyer; however, each and every transaction presents potential pitfalls. Buyers and sellers alike may bring suits against you based on common law and statutory law for a number of reasons. You should be mindful of legal issuesRead more

Craig Woodward Named to the Naples Daily News 2017 Class of 25 over 50

By Woodward Pires & Lombardo | Blog | Comments are Closed | 5 September, 2017 | 0

We are pleased to announce that Craig Woodward has been named to the Naples Daily News 2017 Class of 25 over 50, and is being recognized for making a significant contribution to our community. Please look for the official release, following the special reception in October. We are so proud to be in the presence ofRead more

How to Avoid the Pitfalls of Disgruntled Employees in Your Business

By Woodward Pires & Lombardo | Blog | Comments are Closed | 24 August, 2017 | 0

Disgruntled employees offer the ultimate challenge to management as some of their actions can harm the company and lawsuits can ensue. Employees are likened to the beating heart of any organization. They have the power to build or break any brand, and employees who are unsatisfied with their jobs can quickly become disgruntled, leading toRead more

Community Association: Does My HOA Need an Attorney?

By Woodward Pires & Lombardo | Blog | Comments are Closed | 21 July, 2017 | 0

Although Homeowners Associations (H.O.A.s) are entered into voluntarily by residents when they purchase a home within a community, there may be an instance that a dispute or disagreement will arise between your Homeowners Association and an individual homeowner. How Can an Attorney Help a Homeowners Association?   Since the majority of an HOA’s governing boardRead more

Your Guide to the Division of Marital Property

By Woodward Pires & Lombardo | Blog | Comments are Closed | 23 June, 2017 | 1

Sometimes “happily ever after” doesn’t last forever; and in this unfortunate instance, one of the most intimidating and confusing aspects of the divorce proceedings can be the division of your marital property. As most married couples usually intermingle their assets and make purchases together, the lines of true ownership become complicated. Since all property purchasedRead more

COMPLIMENTARY HIPAA COMPLIANCE CONSULTATION

By Cathrine Hunter | Blog, News | Comments are Closed | 10 May, 2017 | 0

  Complimentary HIPAA compliance consultations now available HIPAA applies to all: Doctors Clinics Psychologists Dentists Chiropractors Pharmacies Out Patient Facilities Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs) Assisted Living Facilities (ALFs) Nursing Homes Health Insurance Companies Health Maintenance Organizations (HMOs) Company Health Plans HIPAA compliance includes the following four areas: Privacy Rules Security Rules Compliance and EnforcementRead more

New Business Formation: What Legal Issues to Consider

By Woodward Pires & Lombardo | Blog | Comments are Closed | 17 April, 2017 | 0

Are you ready to take the plunge? If you’ve been preparing to start your own business, there are a plethora of legal issues you will need to carefully consider first. The formation of a successful business requires tedious research and prudent planning. As a business-owner, you will inevitably have to deal with various legal considerationsRead more

Reasons Why Prenuptial Agreements in Florida are Important

By Woodward Pires & Lombardo | Blog | Comments are Closed | 24 March, 2017 | 0

While it is not one of the most romantic topics to discuss with your life partner, having a prenuptial agreement in Florida is becoming as important as your wedding vows. They are no longer reserved for the rich and influential, but instead can benefit the financial well-being of an individual as well as that ofRead more

Do I Need a Lawyer to Deal with the IRS During Tax Time?

By Woodward Pires & Lombardo | Blog | Comments are Closed | 20 February, 2017 | 0

It can be stressful when you have to face the IRS for an audit or negotiations. However, you can rest easy as there are different options when it comes to approaching your situation. Although everyone’s situation is unique, it’s important to weigh your options when it comes to making a decision to either represent yourselfRead more

HIPAA & CLOUD COMPUTING: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

By Cathrine Hunter | Blog | Comments are Closed | 16 January, 2017 | 0

As you may be aware, the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services developed and implemented the HIPAA (Health Information Portability and Accountability Act) to establish protections regarding protected health information (PHI).  The HIPAA Rules (which include Privacy, Security, and Breach Notification Rules) have been updated to include the use of cloud computing through cloudRead more

A Complete Introduction to Florida Wills and Trusts

By Woodward Pires & Lombardo | Blog | Comments are Closed | 15 December, 2016 | 0

Creating a Will or a Trust is an important part of estate planning. Because people generally only deal with their own or a loved one’s Florida Will and Trust once or twice in their lifetime, many people do not review their estate documents to effectively plan their estate. Here is an introduction to Wills andRead more

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