“I am here for a purpose and that purpose is to grow into a mountain, not to shrink to a grain of sand. Henceforth will I apply ALL my efforts to become the highest mountain of all and I will strain my potential until it cries for mercy.”This line from Og Mandino’s “The Greatest Salesman of the World” emphasizes that life is but a business arena. Y…

Let’s be honest, if you are looking for a lawyer, chances are things aren’t going your way at the moment. However, your problem may worsen if you do not pick the right lawyer. Fear not, choosing a lawyer does not have to be added stress. Here are some tips that should take the stress out of finding the right lawyer to fit you.1. WHAT IS IT THAT YOU…

My tip of the day is simple:Love. Your. Lawyer.What do I mean by that?Lawyers are people. I am a person, just like anybody else you have in your life. Lawyers have feelings and emotions just like anybody else you will ever deal with at any point in your life.And the fact is that everybody loves to be loved.So, you need to understand that your lawye…

There’s an old joke:“Why are divorces so expensive? Because they are worth it.”But humor can only offer so little comfort to the reality of life after divorce. Sure, you are bound to somebody through the mere fact that you woke up next to a body for an elongated duration of time. But the truth is that life after divorce may be the first time you ex…

During an off-the-cuff interview with Ridin Durty Radio I was asked two very important questions:1️⃣ Have you ever had a client where you said, “I don’t care who you are or what situation you’re in, I will never ever represent you again.”?2️⃣ How important to you, as an attorney, is it to know 100% that you’re representing a client who is telling t…

So, you have a situation where somebody owes you some amount of money.Let’s assume that the amount of money that this individual owes you is not more than $5,000.Now, you are pacing back and forth, eventually formulating the idea that you are going to sue this individual in order to collect what is owed to you. You say to yourself, “Crap! I need a …

Imagine this: you discover yourself with some piece of paper in your hand that has a substantial dollar amount and date. What can it be? This is, of course, the universally feared speeding ticket. You then examine it thoroughly, coming to the realization that there are virtually only three options for you. You are free to pay the fine, which can ma…

Today, I want to talk to you a little about resolving your disputes as opposed to litigating your disputes.What truly makes a good lawyer is knowing how to be a great negotiator, a great resolver, and knowing how to change people over to his or her way of thinking.I have plenty of clients who come in, wanting a lawyer who is going to go right into …

Gaming Law in Florida can encompass both regulated and unregulated gaming facilities.Regulated facilities include pari-mutuels (horse racing, Jai alai, and, until recently, dog racing). Pari-mutuel facilities in Miami-Dade County and Broward County can operate slot machines and card rooms, under the support of the Florida Department of Business and…