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Word is Bond: The Legacy of a Lawyer’s Promise
Real talk – if I asked you to name two professions that share commonality, lawyers and rappers probably would not be the first two you’d shout out. But when it comes to the phrase “Word is Bond,” both professions hold this concept in high regard. In hip-hop culture, “Word is Bond” is a cornerstone principle.…
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More Than Meets the Eye: a Conversation About the Power of Legal Imagery
We’ve all seen it – the blindfolded Lady Justice holding aloft her iconic scales. But legal symbolism goes far deeper than a dusty statue in a courthouse hallway. It’s a hidden language woven into the fabric of our legal system, silently shaping our understanding of justice. Now, consider this: imagine a world devoid of legal…
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The McDonald’s Hot Coffee Case – 30 Years Later
Why You’ve Heard of It and Why What You’ve Heard is Probably Wrong. The McDonald’s “Hot Coffee” lawsuit is a legend in the world of legal cases. It has withstood the test of time, being propped up continuously as a culture symbol of frivolous lawsuits. However, the reality behind the McDonald’s Hot Coffee case is…
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Navigating the Sunshine State’s Property Taxes: Deadlines, Discounts, and Avoiding Foreclosure
Florida, with its beautiful weather and sandy beaches, attracts not only tourists but also residents seeking a permanent paradise. However, paradise comes with a price tag, and a significant portion of that tag is property taxes. As a Florida real estate attorney, I get many questions from clients about property taxes, especially regarding deadlines, discounts,…