by alwin l | Feb 9, 2026 | Real Cases
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...
by alwin l | Dec 1, 2025 | Real Cases
Landlord Liability Alert: When Violence Occurs in a Rental Unit Violent incidents between tenants and third parties can pose major legal, safety, and reputational risks to landlords. A recent case from Florida’s Fifth District Court of Appeal, Smith v. State of...
by Tim Baldwin | Nov 5, 2025 | Real Cases
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by Tim Baldwin | Nov 3, 2025 | Real Cases
Are Arbitration Clauses in Your Florida Lease Enforceable? Arbitration clauses are not uncommon in residential leases, assisted living residency agreements, and other housing-related contracts. These clauses aim to streamline dispute resolution, but their...
by Tim Baldwin | Oct 20, 2025 | Real Cases
Landlord Safety Alert: When Rent Collection Turns Violent Tenant criminal or violent activity can create severe challenges for landlords, particularly when disputes escalate into violence. The case of Ortiz v. State, 6D2023-3214 (Fla. 6th DCA Jul. 18, 2025) highlights...
by Tim Baldwin | Oct 6, 2025 | Real Cases
Florida’s Open Carry Ruling: What Landlords Must Know Now On September 10, 2025, Florida’s First District Court of Appeals entered a major ruling regarding a person’s right to open carry a firearm in Florida. What does this mean for landlords? This article will...
