Monthly Archives: February 2020
11 Steps to Secure Your Business’s Trade Secrets and Prevent Litigation
Foreign cyberattacks that steal intellectual property from U.S.-based companies continue to make headlines, urging many American firms to boost their computer networks and online security systems to thwart hacks. However, it appears that the greatest threat to your business is within your company. That threat could be either an employee or a business partner…. Read More »
Medical Malpractice Stats You Need to Know
Medical malpractice continues to be a serious problem in America. An estimated 225,000 people die each year from some form of medical malpractice, from incorrect dosages and diagnosis to surgical errors. However, only 2% of those who suffer from medical malpractice or their families ever file claims for compensation. The Most Common Types of… Read More »
How Can Florida Employers Defend Themselves Against Retaliation Claims?
Retaliation tends to be the most commonly filed charge with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), accounting for nearly 52% of charges filed. For many reasons, retaliation claims are also some of the most complicated for Florida employers to defend and prevent. Luckily, if you own a business in West Palm Beach or elsewhere… Read More »
DOL News Release: Florida Contractor Ordered to Pay $57,000 in Back Wages to Settle Unpaid Overtime Case
According to a News Release from the United States Department of Labor (DOL), a Florida-based air conditioning repair company has agreed to pay $57,018 in back wages in order to resolve its alleged violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Among other things, this includes failure to pay overtime wages and breaches of… Read More »
Florida Appeals Court Overturns Lower Court Ruling in Construction Lien Case
On January 22nd, 2020, the Fourth District Court of Appeals for the State of Florida overturned a lower court’s ruling for summary judgment in a construction defect lawsuit. In Prime Investors & Developers, LLC and Homestead Holdings II, LLC v. The Meridian Companies, Inc., the appeals court assessed that there are still genuine material… Read More »
8 Things to Consider When Negotiating a Franchise Agreement
If you have decided to purchase a franchise, do not underestimate the importance of the franchise agreement. Under Florida’s franchise law, you have a right to negotiate a fair franchise agreement. Contrary to popular belief, franchise agreements are negotiable, even when it seems that the franchisor carries all the negotiating power. A skilled West… Read More »
Types of Shareholder Agreements in Florida and What They Are For
A shareholder agreement is an essential foundation on which every successful corporation is built. A shareholder agreement is a document that outlines the regulation by which the corporation is run, which is especially important for businesses that involve more than one person investing money in the company. Types of Shareholder Agreements in Florida Generally,… Read More »
3 Types of Defenses to a Foreclosure Lawsuit in Florida
Floridian homeowners can use three different types of foreclosure defenses when facing commercial litigation. For residential foreclosures, these defenses can be categorized into three arguments: The validity of the mortgage Whether there has been a “default” Whether there was a legal right to accelerate the debt Let’s review each of these foreclosure defenses under… Read More »
