When is a Business Entitled to Collect Sales Taxes on Gratuities?
In Florida, businesses are generally not required to collect sales tax on gratuities or tips given to service employees. Gratuities are considered voluntary payments made…
The Partition Action: Resolving Disputes Between Property Co-Owners
In Florida, a partition action is a legal proceeding that allows a property's co-owners to divide the property among themselves, or sell it and divide…
What’s Substitute Service & When Can it Be Used to Notify Your Business of a Lawsuit?
In the United States, a lawsuit doesn't begin until the defendant has been “served with process.” Usually called “service of process,” “service,” “process,” or “personal…
Ayala Files a Breach of Warranty Lawsuit Against World Renowned Lab Instrument Manufacturer Tecan
Ayala filed a lawsuit on behalf of its client against Tecan US, Inc. Tecan is a distinguished manufacturer of scientific devices including the DreamPrep. This…
Is a Website a Place of Public Accommodation that Falls Under the Americans with Disabilities Act?
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal law that prohibits discrimination against those with disabilities. This act prohibits discrimination in various areas, including…
Does My Mobile Home Qualify for Homestead Exemption Under Florida Law?
The Florida Homestead Exemption is a tax benefit provided to eligible homeowners. It reduces the assessed value of their primary residence for tax property. This…
Can a Condo Association be a Contractor for a Subcontractor’s Employees?
In Florida, a “statutory employer” is a legal term used in workers’ compensation law. It refers to a situation where an employer (the contractor) hires…
Understanding the Merger Doctrine in Real Estate Transactions
The merger doctrine is a doctrine in real estate law. In essence, it states that the real estate property's transfer contract merges into the transaction's…
Ayala Proud to Provide Towing Law Expertise to Transportation Titan Knight-Swift
The Ayala Law PA team is proud to announce that we've been chosen to represent transportation giant Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings Inc. (Knight-Swift). Knight-Swift is a…
Ayala Wins $100,000 Settlement Against High-End Miami Beach Condominium
Our team is proud to announce that we have obtained another $100,000 settlement! In this case, our client alleged that the condominium association's negligence caused…
