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Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco Licenses – Administrative Complaint – DBPR – F.S. 561.23 and 562.06
Receiving an Administrative Complaint from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR), specifically from the Board of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco, can be unsettling. Violations related to Florida Statutes (F.S.) 561.23 (licensing requirements) and 562.06 (sale to minors...
Respiratory Therapist – Administrative Complaint – DOH – F.S. 456.072(1)(c)
Respiratory Therapists in Florida play a crucial role in patient care—administering treatments, managing ventilators, and responding to medical emergencies. These life-saving responsibilities come with careful regulatory oversight by the Florida Department of Health (DOH) and the Board of Respiratory Care...
Does Your Cyber Policy Actually Cover Social Engineering Fraud?
You’ve got a cybersecurity protocol. You’ve got a cyber insurance policy. And yet, one cleverly crafted email from a “vendor” leads to a six-figure wire transfer that vanishes into a scammer’s account. Your business did everything right—except for one thing:...
NIL Contracts And Minors: What Parents And Athletes Need To Know
The world of high school sports is changing fast, and it’s no longer just about college scholarships. Thanks to evolving Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) laws, high school athletes in many states, including Florida, can now earn money from endorsements...
What to Do If Your Airplane Insurance Claim Is Under Investigation
Filing an airplane insurance claim after a mechanical failure, runway incident, or emergency landing is stressful enough. But finding out that your claim is now under investigation? That’s when things can get serious—and expensive. Aircraft owners in Florida and across...
Nursing Home Cybersecurity: Understanding Why Senior Facilities Are Prime Targets for Cyberattacks
Senior living facilities and nursing homes increasingly rely on sophisticated digital systems to manage everything from patient medical records to facility operations. But with digital convenience comes vulnerability. Cybercriminals know that nursing homes are prime targets for cyberattacks—and when that...
What Makes an NIL Contract Enforceable? Key Legal Standards Explained
In the booming landscape of Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) rights, Elevate Legal Services, PLLC stands out as the go-to Boca Raton law firm specializing in NIL law. With valuation skyrocketing for college athletes, knowing what makes an NIL contract...
Cosmetologist – Administrative Complaint – DBPR – F.S. 477.0265(1)(g)
Florida Cosmetologists must comply with strict rules to protect public health. One serious violation under Florida law is the use or possession of a nail product containing methyl methacrylate (MMA). Facing an Administrative Complaint for Florida Statute 477.0265(1)(g) can threaten...
Why Cybersecurity Is Critical for Schools – and How It Protects Their Funding
In today’s digital age, Cybersecurity is no longer optional, especially for educational institutions. Schools are responsible for safeguarding vast quantities of sensitive data: student records, financial information, and health histories. When this data is compromised, it poses risks not only...
Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco Licenses – Administrative Complaint – DBPR – F.S. 561.20(2)(a)5
Receiving an Administrative Complaint from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (“DBPR”) or the Division of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco can be overwhelming. These proceedings can threaten your license, reputation, and bottom line. Violations under Florida Statute F.S. 561.20(2)(a)5—such...