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
Naples, Florida, November 14th, 2017– Local law firm, Woodward, Pires & Lombardo, P.A. announces that Sara Hanley of Hanley Law Group has joined the Firm in an of counsel relationship this month. Sara has practiced in the areas of securities and commodities arbitration and litigation for the last 10 years. Woodward, Pires & Lombardo (www.wpl-legal.com)Read more
Woodward, Pires & Lombardo, P.A. has an opening for a full-time legal assistant. The ideal candidate must have experience in family law, excellent writing skills, and be able to work in a fast-paced, team oriented environment. Full benefits include health insurance, 401(k), and a generous paid time off package. Email resumes to CHunter@wpl-legal.com.
Naples, Florida, November 8th, 2017- Woodward, Pires & Lombardo, P.A. (www.wpl-legal.com) announce that Attorney Cathrine Hunter has been elected into the Labor and Employment Law, Wage & Hour Committee of the Florida Bar for 2017-2018. The law firm has offices in Naples and Marco Island and assists residents of Southwest Florida in various areas ofRead more
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