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By: Melissa Groisman, Esq. As of October 1, 2024, Florida has implemented stricter flood disclosure requirements for residential real estate transactions. This means that sellers are now required to disclose a property’s flood risk to potential buyers prior to executing a purchase and sale agreement. What Does This Mean for Sellers and Buyers? Sellers: To comply with the new law, sellers must disclose any previous flood damage claims and federal assistance received due to flooding. This information can be crucial for buyers when making a decision. Sellers may also need to provide documentation to support their disclosures...

By: Matthew Ginder, Esq. As the general election approaches in November, Florida voters will have the opportunity to decide on the state’s adult-use marijuana initiative identified on the ballot as Amendment 3. In the most expensive state marijuana legalization effort to date, there have been various narratives about Amendment 3. This blog is intended to clarify important aspects of Amendment 3. What is Amendment 3? Amendment 3 is a ballot initiative that, if approved by voters, modifies Florida’s medical marijuana constitutional amendment (Article X, Section 29) to include the non-medical use of marijuana...

Miami – November 4, 2024 – Greenspoon Marder is pleased to announce the promotion of Joshua J. Remedios to partner. Mr. Remedios, formerly senior counsel in the firm’s Hospitality, Alcohol and Leisure Industry Group, focuses his practice on the laws governing alcohol beverages, hospitality, and zoning. He works with clients across all three tiers of the alcohol industry, providing comprehensive legal counsel. Recognized as an “Up & Comer” in the Nationwide: Food & Beverage category of Chambers & Partners, Mr...

Fort Lauderdale, Fla. – October 30, 2024 – Greenspoon Marder is pleased to announce that partner Elizabeth Somerstein has successfully secured approval for the Saddlebridge Downtown Davie project, a 286-unit multi-family development in the Town of Davie. This project, developed by White Oak Development, will allocate 20% of its units as affordable housing, addressing the community’s need for diverse housing options. “We are excited about the approval of the Saddlebridge Downtown Davie project, which reflects a commitment to providing affordable housing in a vibrant community,” said Ms. Somerstein...