State of Emergency

Governmental Actions That May Assist Insurance Recovery for Superstorm Sandy Claims [UPDATED]

Following the widespread destruction caused by “Superstorm Sandy,” the governors of New York and New Jersey declared states of emergency and issued numerous emergency executive orders and directives. Some of these orders have...more

Deadlines Approach To File For Tropical Storm Extensions: Governor Scott Issues Extension of Emergency Declaration in Certain...

Akerman's Practice Update of October 19, 2012, contains information regarding extensions available for certain development permits and approvals pursuant to Section 494 of Chapter 2011-142, Laws of Florida. Section 494...more

Deadlines Approach to File for Tropical Storm Extensions to Development-Related Approvals

In recognition of the difficult economic conditions of the past few years, the 2011 Florida Legislature provided several new opportunities for substantially extending development approvals. The deadline for exercising most of...more