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Dealing with Insurance Companies After a Car Accident
A car accident can be an incredibly disorienting experience. You might be dealing with physical injuries in addition to a lot of trauma, anxiety, and stress. When you start getting calls from an insurance adjuster, that can make everything feel even more overwhelming. When dealing with insurance companies after a
Florida Makes Waves with New Flood Disclosure Law
Florida’s coastal and riverfront communities, including those in Indian River County, face significant flood risks. To protect purchasers of real property, Florida lawmakers have implemented new disclosure requirements aimed at transparency in real estate transactions. Effective October 1, 2024, Florida Statute § 689.302 mandates that sellers of residential real property
Florida Repeals Sales Tax on Commercial Rent
Florida has repealed the sales tax on commercial real property rentals under Florida Statute Section 212.031. For rental or occupancy periods beginning on or after October 1, 2025, no state sales tax or county discretionary surtax applies to commercial rent or to license fees for the right to occupy commercial
Partner Sandra Rennick Named to Florida Trend Legal Elite Notable – Real Estate Attorneys
Gould Cooksey Fennell is proud to announce that partner Sandra G. Rennick has been selected to the Florida Trend Legal Elite NOTABLE – Real Estate / Land Use Attorneys list, an honor that highlights attorneys who demonstrate outstanding skill, client commitment, and professional integrity within Florida’s real estate law sector.
Time Limits for Accident Claims in Florida
If you are hurt in an accident, the last thing that you likely want to think about is legal rules and deadlines. Unfortunately, it is necessary to pay some attention to these laws. Under Florida’s statute of limitations, if you don’t file a lawsuit within a certain period of time,
Executive Order Ends Paper Checks for Foreign Sellers
On March 25, 2025, President Trump issued Executive Order 14247 (EO 14247), which mandates significant changes to how federal disbursements and payments are processed. Starting September 30, 2025, the US Department of Treasury and the IRS will cease issuing paper checks for all federal disbursements, including benefits payments, vendor payments,
Gould Cooksey Fennell Attorneys Named to The Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® (2026 Edition)
We’re proud to announce that eight attorneys from Gould Cooksey Fennell have been recognized in the 2026 editions of The Best Lawyers in America® and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America®. This recognition reflects the professional excellence, integrity, and peer respect our attorneys have earned in key practice areas
Who Can Sue for Medical Malpractice in Florida?
When you go to the doctor or visit a hospital, you expect to receive a certain level of care. Unfortunately, medical professionals and facilities sometimes fail to meet that standard. This can lead to serious injury, illness, and even death. In Florida, patients can sue if they are harmed by
New Dangerous Breed Liability Laws in Florida
At some point, most people have had an experience with an aggressive dog. Whether a dog lunges at you as it walks by on a leash or snarls from behind a fence, you might have been rightfully scared. While not every dog who barks or growls is actually dangerous, there
Dangerous Dog Breed Attack Lawsuits and Settlements
Dogs are truly man’s best friend. They are often faithful companions, standing by their owners’ sides through good times and bad. Yet dogs can also be vicious, causing serious injury or even death in attacks. Under Florida’s new “dangerous dog” law, people who own dogs that have been deemed dangerous
Can You Fire Your Florida Injury Attorney?
If you are hurt in an accident, you may be able to file a personal injury lawsuit against the at-fault party. Typically, injury victims hire personal injury attorneys to handle their claims. But what happens if they are unhappy with their legal representation? As a client, you can fire your
Exemption Amount Made Permanent Under New Law
Under the newly enacted One Big Beautiful Bill Act, the federal estate, gift, and generation-skipping transfer (GST) tax exemptions will increase to $15 million per individual (or $30 million for a married couple) beginning January 1, 2026. Previously, the exemption amounts established under the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act
Anthony P. Guettler Named to Florida Trend’s Legal Elite NOTABLE – Managing Partner List
We are pleased to announce that Anthony P. Guettler, Managing Partner at Gould Cooksey Fennell, has been recognized among Florida Trend’s Legal Elite NOTABLE – Managing Partners for 2025. This prestigious recognition honors accomplished attorneys across the state who not only excel in their legal practice but also demonstrate exceptional
Gould Cooksey Fennell Celebrates 11 Attorneys Named to 2025 Super Lawyers
For the 19th consecutive year, 11 exceptional attorneys from Gould Cooksey Fennell have been recognized by Super Lawyers. This marks another milestone in our firm’s long-standing tradition of excellence and client service. Each of these attorneys has demonstrated a high level of professional achievement, ethical integrity, and peer respect, earning
Can You Sue a Doctor for a Misdiagnosis in Florida?
When you go to the hospital or to a doctor’s appointment, you likely have a lot of trust in your treating physician. After all, they are the experts – they have the education and training necessary to diagnose and treat whatever is going on with you. Unfortunately, this isn’t always
Can Physical Therapy Increase Your Settlement?
If you are hurt in a car accident or another type of accident, you can file a lawsuit against the responsible party for your losses. But what happens if someone you loved was killed in an accident or through medical malpractice? In this situation, you may be able to
Who Can File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Florida?
If you are hurt in a car accident or another type of accident, you can file a lawsuit against the responsible party for your losses. But what happens if someone you loved was killed in an accident or through medical malpractice? In this situation, you may be able to
Who Pays Medical Bills After an Accident in Florida?
Motor vehicle accidents are a leading cause of injury and death in the United States. Depending on the severity of your accident, you might be diagnosed with whiplash, broken bones, internal organ damage, traumatic brain injury, and even paralysis. All of these injuries will require medical treatment, which can be
