The Florida Supreme Court recently declined to adopt a change to a law that would’ve required out-of-state medical experts hold a Florida license. As a result, judges in medical negligence cases may allow out-of-state expert witnesses to testify.
Upcoming Obama immigration reforms to affect businesses and individuals
In his Nov. 20, 2014 address, President Obama announced his plan to exercise executive action to reform the nation’s immigration system.
Another win for Gunster clients!
A California appellate court recently ruled that courts can compel Google, by subpoena, to produce the emails of an account holder, where the account holder provided lawful consent to the disclosure.
Tips, tricks & regulatory shenanigans (Securities Edge October recap)
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Florida’s Amendment 1 passed: What happens next?
Many voters may assume that with Amendment 1 approved, the promised water and land conservation is a done deal. However, the passage of Amendment 1 simply starts a lengthy implementation process that begins with the Florida Legislature.
Update on water quality credit trading rulemaking
Water quality credit trading is taking shape in Florida. While previously started as a pilot program, DEP started rulemaking to bring water quality credit trading to the rest of the state. To date, DEP has held two workshops and sought public comment on its proposed rule.
FinCEN issues administrative rulings on virtual currency, payment processor exemption
Recently, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) issued two administrative rulings regarding the application of FinCEN’s regulations to entities operating in the virtual currency space.
Introducing ‘Bob’s Upticks’ blog feature by Gunster’s Bob Lamm
Bob’s Upticks will offer timely news and comments on securities and corporate governance developments. The Securities Edge will continue to include deep analysis of some of the most important issues of the day.
Department of Homeland Security announces extension of Temporary Protected Status for Nicaragua and Honduras
On October 16, 2014, the Department of Homeland Security announced that they will extend Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for eligible nationals of Nicaragua and Honduras for an additional 18 months beginning on January 6, 2015 through July 5, 2016.
Family Wealth Compass: IRA rollovers; new NY estate law; trusts | October 2014
This publication offers a timely roundup of estate and trust planning tips, information and news, courtesy of Gunster’s private wealth services attorneys; please contact any team member for more information.