Monthly Archives: May 2026
Common Causes of Commercial Litigation for Florida Businesses
Running a business in Florida comes with opportunity, but also risk. Even well-managed companies can find themselves facing commercial litigation. Why does this happen so often? In many cases, disputes arise from everyday business activities that escalate when expectations are not met or agreements break down. Florida courts see thousands of business-related cases each… Read More »
Civil Sexual Assault: Lawsuit Against Florida Sheriff Moves Forward
According to a report from Mother Jones, a court will allow a sexual assault survivor’s civil lawsuit against a Florida sheriff to move forward. The claim accuses the Polk County Sheriff’s Office of alleged grossly negligent handling of a sexual assault case in 2016. Notably, the victim was just 12-years-old at that time. Within… Read More »
Marijuana is Being Reclassified to Schedule III By the Federal Government, But is Still Prohibited for Commercial Truck Drivers
Recently, the Department of Justice (DOJ) announced that Marijuana is being reclassified at the federal level from a Schedule I controlled substance to a Schedule III controlled substance. In other words, marijuana is still banned federally, but it is not considered a much less dangerous (and much less serious) drug. Still, commercial truckers are… Read More »
Commercial Truck Rollover Crash Blocks Highway in South Florida
According to a report from NBC 6 South Florida, a tractor trailer was involved in a serious rollover crash in Broward County. Multiple lanes of the Florida Turnpike were shut down to deal with the crash. The truck driver was treated for a serious hand injury. The accident is still under a more comprehensive… Read More »
Intellectual Property Litigation Risks for Startups in South Florida
Launching a startup is exciting, but it also comes with legal risks that are easy to overlook. One of the biggest? Intellectual property disputes. Whether you are building a tech platform, a consumer brand, or a new service model, your ideas and creations are valuable assets. But are they protected? Startups often move quickly,… Read More »
Common Franchise Disputes That Lead to Lawsuits in Florida
Franchising can be an appealing path to business ownership. You gain a recognized brand, a proven system, and ongoing support. But what happens when expectations are not met? In Florida, franchise disputes are a frequent source of business litigation, often arising when one party believes the other has not upheld their obligations. Franchise relationships… Read More »
Minority Shareholder Rights in Florida Business Litigation
If you own a minority stake in a Florida business, you might wonder how much influence you truly have. Can majority owners make decisions that leave you in the dark or harm your investment? These are common concerns, and Florida law does provide meaningful protections for minority shareholders facing unfair treatment. Under the Florida… Read More »
Staff of Dade County Legal Aid Seeks to Bring Awareness to Abuse
On April 9th, 2026, The Florida Bar reported that many staff members of Dade County Legal Aid have taken the time to participate in a walk to raise awareness of abuse, including sexual violence. Unfortunately, sexual misconduct remains a serious problem. Here, our Miami sexual assault and battery lawyer for civil claims highlights the… Read More »
Truckers Who are in a Hurry are More Likely to End Up in a Crash
Commercial trucking is a competitive industry. Unfortunately, some trucking companies (and the businesses that contract with them) push drivers to operate on extremely tight delivery deadlines. A trucker who is rushing is dramatically more likely to be involved in a serious accident. Here, our Miami semi-truck accident lawyers explain the key things to know… Read More »
Six Truck Driver Physical and Mental Factors that Can Contribute to a Crash
Not only does a commercial truck driver need a proper commercial driver’s license (CDL), he or she must be in proper physical and mental condition to safely operate such a large vehicle. A trucker who is not road-ready may be negligent. Here, our Miami semi-truck accident lawyers highlight six physical factors that could contribute… Read More »