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Monthly Archives: July 2022

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FACTA: Don’t Get Sued For What’s On Your Receipts

By Michael Pike and Daniel Lustig |

When you conduct a transaction with a customer or client, you probably give them a receipt, as you should. But can the simple act of giving a receipt get you into business trouble? Potentially, it can, under what is known as FACTS, or the Fair and Accurate Transactions Act. What is FACTA? FACTA has… Read More »

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Copyright Infringement, Parody And The 1st Amendment

By Michael Pike and Daniel Lustig |

On one hand, we all know how important it is to respect others’ intellectual property. We know we can’t just use another company’s name, brand or login as our own, unless we want to get sued for copyright infringement. But the first amendment does protect our freedom of speech and we also know that… Read More »

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Hit-And-Run Crashes On The Rise In Florida

By Michael Pike and Daniel Lustig |

The news of another child passing away from a hit-and-run accident that occurred in December of 2021 has the community reeling all over again. The crash occurred in Wilton Manors, Florida when a driver veered around a school bus, almost hitting the front driver’s side before driving off the road and onto the sidewalk,… Read More »

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When It Comes To Minors, You Can Be Liable For What’s On Your Website

By Michael Pike and Daniel Lustig |

Let’s say that you have a website that has some component of social media or social interaction. Perhaps your website invites comments or commentary. Not all of that commentary will be helpful—in fact, much of it will be harmful, especially when it comes to minors. Could you be liable if a minor harms himself… Read More »

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Federal Judge Dismisses Bank’s Civil RICO Lawsuit In Probate Dispute

By Michael Pike and Daniel Lustig |

According to a report from NPR Kansas City, a federal judge has dismissed a civil RICO lawsuit against the descendants (daughter and grandchildren) of Thomas Hart Benton, the famous painter and muralist. The civil racketeering case was filed by UMB Financial Corporation. The case has been dismissed based on the plaintiff’s failure to allege… Read More »

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Federal Judge Removes Plaintiffs Attorneys In FirstEnergy Shareholder Litigation

By Michael Pike and Daniel Lustig |

According to a report from Cleveland.com, a federal judge has removed the plaintiffs’ attorneys in the FirstEnergy shareholder lawsuit. The judge also asked for applications from new lawyers to replace them. The judge ruled that the attorneys in question improperly attempted to evade oversight in the case. In this article, our Miami shareholder dispute… Read More »

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Florida Department Of Highway Safety And Motor Vehicles Launches Arrive Alive Campaign To Promote Safe Driving This Summer

By Michael Pike and Daniel Lustig |

The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) has launched their summer campaign: Arrive Alive. The campaign is a reminder that during the holiday and vacation seasons, Florida’s roads can be some of the busiest in the country. Arrive Alive is also a way to educate everyone on safe driving practices this… Read More »

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Are You Liable If Your Self-Driving Car Causes A Car Accident?

By Michael Pike and Daniel Lustig |

A recent car crash near Gainesville, Florida is being examined by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), which has already been investigating Tesla’s Autopilot since August 2021. According to a report by Tampa Bay News, a semi-truck was parked in the southbound rest area parking lot of Interstate 75. The Tesla entered the… Read More »

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Tampa Bay Rays Owners Still Locked In Partnership Dispute

By Michael Pike and Daniel Lustig |

According to a report from Forbes, the partnership dispute between the Tampa Bay Rays majority owner Stuart Sternberg and a group of limited partners is continuing and becoming even more “nasty.” More details have become public and the limited partners are seeking more than $30 million in damages. The team’s minority owners are alleging… Read More »

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Pike & Lustig Client Lands Deal On Shark Tank

By Michael Pike and Daniel Lustig |

Alexiou Gibson, CEO and President of The Transformation Factory, recently landed a deal with Mark Cuban and Kevin Hart on the Season Finale of ABC’s Shark Tank. The Transformation Factory, now a multi-million dollar company, manufactures and sells nutrient-rich sea moss gel on a global scale. Managing Partner Michael Pike and Associate Andrew Boloy… Read More »

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