AN OVERVIEW OF THE OIL SPILL CLAIMS PROCESSES
The Attorney General’s Office provides the following information as a brief overview of the currently available claims processes. The Attorney General’s Office cannot offer legal advice to private citizens and nothing below should be…
Natural Resource Damage Assessment
The Oil Pollution Act authorizes certain federal agencies, states, and Indian tribes—collectively known as natural resource trustees—to evaluate the impacts of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill on natural resources. These trustees are responsible for studying the…
The information contained in this website is for general information purposes only and does not imply a specific endorsement by the Office of the Attorney General of the provider or the services it offers. The information is provided by “Not for profit and governmental agencies” and submissions…
To assist the public and governmental agencies in understanding the requirements and exemptions to Florida's open government laws, the Attorney General's Office compiles a comprehensive guide known as the Government-in-the-Sunshine manual. The manual is published each year at no taxpayer expense…
The US Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs has approved Florida’s application for funding under the FY 11 John R. Justice (JRJ) Grant program in the amount of $244,351. Funds will not be available for distribution until the Department of Justice has approved the state’s grant…
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Don’t expect to receive the same amount that you originally paid for your timeshare. Many factors influence the resale price including season, location, unit size and age. In particular, if you have owned your timeshare interest for less than five years…
Process for Handling Individual and Business Claims
If you are considering a quick or final payment please read this notice regarding the release from future recoveries.
Beginning November 24, 2010, the Gulf Coast Claims Facility ("GCCF") will no longer accept claims for Emergency Advance…
What is a Foreclosure "Rescue" Scam?
How do I know whether a foreclosure modification company is legitimate?
Do I need to stop paying my mortgage in order to qualify for a loan modification?
I paid money to a company several months ago and now they are no longer answering their phones or…
Attorney General Presentations
The OPA Claims Process and the Gulf Coast Claims Facility
Overview of Governmental Claims Under The Oil Pollution Act of 1990
Relevant Federal and State Laws…
Consumer Trade-in Allowance Form
If you are requesting arbitration by the Florida New Motor Vehicle Arbitration Board, and you traded in a vehicle when you purchased or leased the car or truck which is now the subject of your Lemon Law claim, please read the information, print and complete…
Beginning in 2010, any individual or company that provides loan modification services must have an active license from the Florida Office of Financial Regulation. This new provision further enhances the Foreclosure Rescue Fraud Prevention Act, which prohibits individuals and businesses from…
The Florida Attorney General's Office of Citizen Services (CS) operates the Attorney General’s Fraud Hotline at (850) 414-3990 or toll-free within Florida (866) 966-7226. The Hotline serves as the initial point-of-contact for consumer complaints, Lemon Law complaints, Medicaid Provider Fraud…
The following questions and answers are intended to be used as a reference only -- interested parties should refer to the Florida Statutes and applicable case law before drawing legal conclusions.
What is the Sunshine Law?
What are the requirements of the Sunshine law?
What agencies are…
What is a Foreclosure "Rescue" Scam?
How do I know whether a foreclosure modification company is legitimate?
Do I need to stop paying my mortgage in order to qualify for a loan modification?
I paid money to a company several months ago and now they are no longer answering their phones or…
Every citizen has been granted the Constitutional right to inspect or copy any public record with some exemptions in Florida, and the Sunshine Law provides a right of access to government proceedings at both the state and local levels.
Citizen Guide to Public Records and the Sunshine Law in…
The following are the procedures that ARDA and its members suggest using when choosing a resale company:
Be prepared by having all your paperwork in order before proceeding (see the resale checklist).
Ask what methods the company will use to advertise and promote the property. How can…
On April 1, 2010, the Attorney General’s Office filed an enforcement action against Botfly L.L.C. and its principals, David R. Lewalski, and Jon J. Hammill. The lawsuit alleges that Botfly L.L.C. engaged in a Ponzi scheme, and violated Florida law. Relevant pleadings can be found here, and will…
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Town of Juno Beach Police Department
The Attorney General’s Office protects timeshare owners by investigating the business practices of telemarketing companies that market their advertising services to timeshare owners interested in selling or renting their timeshare interests. Many of these companies charge exorbitant fees and…
Distressed Homeowners
A brochure with a collection of helpful agencies and their contact information to help you find answers to your questions.
Making Home Affordable
The Obama Administration's consumer website provides homeowners with information about the Financial Stability Plan…
