An Overview of U.S. Immigration at 100 Days of the Biden Presidency
Even before there was a country called the United States of America, immigration has been an issue of vital importance to policymakers and citizens alike. During this time, immigration flows and policies have varied widely to meet the needs of a growing nation and our evolving American identity.
Major Win for Bitman O’Brien & Morat in Fair Credit Reporting Act Case
Bitman O’Brien & Morat recently had a significant win in a defense case for client, Holiday Inn Club Vacations*, Inc., dismissing a claim for violations of the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Bitman O’Brien & Morat Expands Practice Adding Immigration Law With New Partner Ramin Asgard
Bitman O'Brien & Morat is pleased to announce the addition of partner Ramin Asgard to the firm. Asgard joins Bitman O'Brien & Morat after over a decade of legal work in immigration and global migration and 16 years as a U.S. Foreign Service Officer with the U.S. Department of State.
Sexual Cyberharassment
It is becoming a common practice for persons to publish sexually explicit images of another online or to disseminate through other electronic means. Under Florida statute sexual cyberharassment is the publication or dissemination of a sexually explicit photo or video, of a depicted person, without their consent.
Changes in Student-Athlete Compensation Rules
Recently, a federal bill was introduced known as the Collegiate Athlete Compensation Rights Act. If passed, athletes under amateurism rules can increase their economic rights and be paid for appearances and endorsements, including the use of their name, likeness, and image. A few states, including Florida, have already passed legislation to allow compensation for student-athletes.
Time-Sharing and Family Law
When going through a paternity action or a divorce involving children it is required by family courts to establish a legal parenting plan. This plan will set all the rules applying to the children’s daily lives including custody, overnight responsibilities, healthcare, education, parent visitation schedules and the calculation of child support.
Kristen Crescenti Promoted to Partner
Kristen Crescenti has been promoted to partner. Crescenti has worked with Ronnie Bitman since graduating from law school, working as an associate attorney and managing the firm’s real estate department and facilitates residential and commercial transactions.
Dissolution of Marriage: What you need to know before filing in Florida
Making the difficult and life-altering decision to get divorced can be emotional and overwhelming. Being prepared and having an experienced lawyer by your side can help navigate the complex decisions and procedures involved in a divorce, or dissolution of marriage, case.
Ronnie Bitman Selected to Greater Orlando Sports Commission Advisory Board
The Greater Orlando Sports Commission (GO Sports) has announced its 2021 officers as well as 15 incoming members to its Executive and Advisory Board of Directors. New incoming members will serve as the team that will help us continue to collaborate and bring innovative ideas and leadership to Greater Orlando.
An Overview of U.S. Immigration at 100 Days of the Biden Presidency
Even before there was a country called the United States of America, immigration has been an issue of vital importance to policymakers and citizens alike. During this time, immigration flows and policies have varied widely to meet the needs of a growing nation and our evolving American identity.
Major Win for Bitman O’Brien & Morat in Fair Credit Reporting Act Case
Bitman O’Brien & Morat recently had a significant win in a defense case for client, Holiday Inn Club Vacations*, Inc., dismissing a claim for violations of the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Bitman O’Brien & Morat Expands Practice Adding Immigration Law With New Partner Ramin Asgard
Bitman O'Brien & Morat is pleased to announce the addition of partner Ramin Asgard to the firm. Asgard joins Bitman O'Brien & Morat after over a decade of legal work in immigration and global migration and 16 years as a U.S. Foreign Service Officer with the U.S. Department of State.
Sexual Cyberharassment
It is becoming a common practice for persons to publish sexually explicit images of another online or to disseminate through other electronic means. Under Florida statute sexual cyberharassment is the publication or dissemination of a sexually explicit photo or video, of a depicted person, without their consent.
Changes in Student-Athlete Compensation Rules
Recently, a federal bill was introduced known as the Collegiate Athlete Compensation Rights Act. If passed, athletes under amateurism rules can increase their economic rights and be paid for appearances and endorsements, including the use of their name, likeness, and image. A few states, including Florida, have already passed legislation to allow compensation for student-athletes.
Time-Sharing and Family Law
When going through a paternity action or a divorce involving children it is required by family courts to establish a legal parenting plan. This plan will set all the rules applying to the children’s daily lives including custody, overnight responsibilities, healthcare, education, parent visitation schedules and the calculation of child support.
Kristen Crescenti Promoted to Partner
Kristen Crescenti has been promoted to partner. Crescenti has worked with Ronnie Bitman since graduating from law school, working as an associate attorney and managing the firm’s real estate department and facilitates residential and commercial transactions.
Dissolution of Marriage: What you need to know before filing in Florida
Making the difficult and life-altering decision to get divorced can be emotional and overwhelming. Being prepared and having an experienced lawyer by your side can help navigate the complex decisions and procedures involved in a divorce, or dissolution of marriage, case.
Ronnie Bitman Selected to Greater Orlando Sports Commission Advisory Board
The Greater Orlando Sports Commission (GO Sports) has announced its 2021 officers as well as 15 incoming members to its Executive and Advisory Board of Directors. New incoming members will serve as the team that will help us continue to collaborate and bring innovative ideas and leadership to Greater Orlando.
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