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

Orlando, Florida, October 27th, 2017– Attorney Cathrine Hunter presented at the Florida Special Districts Association Board Meeting in Orlando, Florida last week, at the request of its executive director, Fred Crawford.  Hunter’s  presentation was on how Fire and EMS districts maintain their compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA). For more information onRead more

Collier County teachers were recently surprised by Champions For Learning board members, volunteers and supporters as they received funds for their classroom grants. During the course of the day, Champions For Learning awarded 104 grant checks that totaled $49,314 to 39 schools. The checks will provide teachers with the funds needed to implement creative and innovative learningRead more

(October 3, 2017- Naples, FL) Today, Collier County teachers were surprised by Champions For Learning board members, volunteers and supporters as they received funds for their classroom grants. During the course of the day, Champions For Learning awarded 104 grant checks that totaled $49,314 to 39 schools. The checks will provide teachers with the fundsRead more

Naples, Florida, September 27th, 2017—Local law firm, Woodward, Pires & Lombardo, P.A. (www.wpl-legal.com) announce that Cathrine Hunter, an attorney with the Firm, has just been elected into the Workplace Health and Safety Committee of the Labor and Employment Law Section of the Florida Bar. The Firm has offices in Naples and Marco Island and hasRead more

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

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

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

Naples, Florida, August 9th, 2017– Local law firm, Woodward, Pires & Lombardo, P.A. announces that Zach Lombardo has joined the Firm this month. The law firm has offices in Naples and Marco Island, and has been serving the residents of Southwest Florida since 1971, making the Firm one of the oldest in the area. ZachRead more

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

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 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

Naples, Florida, April 25th, 2017—Woodward, Pires & Lombardo, P.A. (www.wpl-legal.com) announces that Cathrine A. Hunter, Esq., an Associate with the Firm, has recently been featured in The Florida Bar Health Law Section Spring 2017 Newsletter. An important part of Hunter’s practice focuses on health care law and specifically, compliance, audits, and training on the HealthRead more

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

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

Naples, Florida, March 14th, 2017—Local law firm, Woodward, Pires & Lombardo, P.A. (www.wpl-legal.com) announces that Associate, Joseph Coleman has been accepted into the Bar of the United States District Court in the Southern District of Florida earlier this year. The Firm has offices in Naples and Marco Island and is the oldest law firm inRead more