Monthly Archives: May 2023
Buyers Sue Luxury Condo In Miami Beach, FL For False Advertising
According to a report from TheRealDeal, a couple who purchased a condo within Monaco Yacht Club—a condominium property located in Miami Beach, Florida—has filed a lawsuit against the developer alleging losses caused by false advertising. Here, our Miami FDUTPA lawyer discusses the allegations raised in this case and explains your legal options under Florida… Read More »
Two Airlifted After Serious Jet Ski Accident Near Miami
According to a report from 7 News Miami, two people were airlifted to a local emergency medical center (Ryder Trauma Center) after a jet ski accident. The incident occurred near the Miami Marlins stadium. In this article, our Miami boating accident lawyers explain what we know about the incident and explain the steps to… Read More »
Resolving A Dispute Over A Foreign Limited Partnership In Florida
Are you a business partner in a foreign limited partnership (FLP) in Florida? It can be an advantageous legal structure for many different reasons. However, commercial disputes and legal disputes can arise between the partners of a FLP. A proactive approach is a must when addressing any type of partnership dispute. Here, our West… Read More »
Financial Services Company Fined $15 Million For False Advertising, Improper Commercial Practices Targeted At Military Families
Recently, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) ordered TitleMax—a private title lending company that is licensed to operate in many states—to furnish $5 million in direct consumer relief and pay a $10 million civil penalty for false advertising and other improper commercial practices. Here, our West Palm Beach FDUTPA lawyer explains the enforcement action… Read More »
Florida Court Backlog Leads To Spike In Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR); Could Be A Good Option For Shareholder Disputes
According to a report from Law.com, there is a serious backlog in the courts in Florida. Driven by the fallout from COVID-19 related delays and a wide range of other factors, many legal observers expect it to take several years to clear the backlog. One consequence of the court backlog is that more parties… Read More »
Copyright Vs. Trademark
Copyrights and trademarks are fairly common terms when discussing ownership of intellectual property. But what is the difference between the two and what are they used for? One easy way to think about it is that copyrights primarily protect the rights of people who create while trademarks mainly protect the use of a company’s… Read More »
Ed Sheeran Found Not Liable In Copyright Infringement Case
Ed Sheeran’s copyright infringement trial has come to a close, with the artist being found not liable in engaging in willful copyright infringement. In the case, Sheeran was accused of copying Marvin Gaye’s song “Let’s Get It On” in his hit “Thinking Out Loud.” The lawsuit was filed by the heirs of the former… Read More »
Proving Loss Of Quality Or Enjoyment of Life
When we think of damages for injuries that aren’t economic, like medical bills or lost wages, we often think of pain and suffering. And while these can be large and important elements of an injury case, there is another category of damages that a jury can compensate you for: Loss of the quality and… Read More »
Things You Didn’t Know About PIP Insurance
Many of us know that car insurance is legally required in Florida. But that’s kind of misleading—not all insurance is required. The insurance that is required by law is what is known as personal injury protection, or PIP. If you’re insured, you have PIP coverage. Here are some common questions that people may have… Read More »
Parking Lot Accidents Are More Common Than You Think
When we think of places we can be injured in a car accident, we of course think of places where we drive fast-places like highways and roadways. But what about parking lots? Yes, car accidents happen in parking lots also, and in some ways, parking lots can be more dangerous than normal roadways. Why… Read More »
