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The Top Five Things Lenders Need to Know About Florida’s Construction Lien Law

Jimerson Firm

Florida’s Construction Lien Law found in Chapter 713, Florida Statutes, may seem like an area of the law that is only relevant to contractors and property owners. However, there are important aspects of the Construction Lien Law that can directly affect the rights and obligations of lenders in numerous ways. Specifically, under Fla.

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Serving a Defendant in a Residential Foreclosure Action by Publication

Jimerson Firm

If a defendant cannot be located, then service may be effected by constructive service, i.e., service by publication, which is governed by Chapter 49, Florida Statutes. Before a defendant can be served by constructive service, the plaintiff must make a diligent search and inquiry to locate the defendant. See Shepheard v. 2d 340 (Fla.

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How Aggressive Collections Attorneys Can Aid in Massachusetts Debt Recovery

Collections Law

Instead, they will help you collect on the debt by filing a lawsuit against the debtor, seeking and obtaining attachments on the debtor’s assets, and even garnishing their wages post-judgment so that you can get paid for your judgment debt. Cohen LLC focuses on debt collection in Massachusetts. The Law Offices of Alan M.

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How to Publish a Legal Notice of a Foreclosure Sale

Jimerson Firm

The notice of sale must include: (a) A description of the property to be sold; (b) The time and place of sale; (c) A statement that the sale will be made pursuant to the order or final judgment; (d) The caption of the action; (e) The name of the clerk making the sale; and. (f) A Proper Final Judgment of Foreclosure: Form 1.996(a).