Court Rejects Future Rent Damages for Landlord

Court Rejects Future Rent Damages for Landlord

In Hourglass Entertainment, LLC v. NRG Investments, Inc., the Florida Second District Court of Appeal ruled on July 16, 2025, that a commercial landlord was not entitled to recover future, unaccrued rent under a lease that lacked a rent acceleration clause. This case...
Hosting Tenant and Public Events and Landlord Liability

Hosting Tenant and Public Events and Landlord Liability

Tenant appreciation events, community socials, and holiday gatherings are popular ways for landlords and property managers to foster goodwill. A well-run event can strengthen relationships, improve retention, and create a sense of community. But these gatherings also...
When Criminal Conduct Returns to the Rental Property

When Criminal Conduct Returns to the Rental Property

In September 2025, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals decided United States v. Simpson (No. 24-50284), a case that began with an eviction and ended in federal criminal charges. The story is unsettling, but it offers powerful lessons for landlords on how to handle...
HOA Enforcement and Risks to Landlords in Florida

HOA Enforcement and Risks to Landlords in Florida

When a landlord owns rental property within a homeowner association (HOA), the landlord must navigate not only Florida’s landlord-tenant laws but also the HOA’s restrictive covenants, rules, and enforcement actions. A recent case from Florida’s Fourth District Court...