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How to Choose the Right Commercial Litigation Attorney for Your Business

By Michael Pike |

Choosing the right commercial litigation attorney for your business is crucial to ensure effective representation to protect your interests in legal disputes. When considering which commercial litigation attorney you should choose, keep the following tips in mind: Experience and Expertise: Look for an attorney with significant experience and expertise in commercial litigation. They should… Read More »

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Mitigating Risk in Commercial Contracts

By Michael Pike |

When drafting commercial contract clauses, it’s important to be aware of common mistakes that can undermine the effectiveness or enforceability of the contract. Therefore, mitigating risk in commercial contracts is essential for protecting the interests of all parties involved. Here are some key factors to keep in mind when drafting and negotiating commercial contracts:… Read More »

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A Rundown of New Florida Laws Going Into Effect January 1, 2023

By Michael Pike |

Several new laws are set to take effect on New Year’s Day, focusing on issues like newborn health care, toll relief and, of course, the shaky property insurance system. Here’s a look at them: Electronic filing of taxes (SB 2514) The law lowers the threshold for Florida taxpayers to file electronically from $20,000 to… Read More »

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Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles Highlights Major Accomplishments of 2022

By Michael Pike |

The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) strives to create safer roadways for Florida drivers every year. This year, the FLHSMV has released a list of accomplishments that should make every Florida driver a little more proud. FLHSMV’s key accomplishments from the last year include: Secured Historic Pay Increases for State… Read More »

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Florida Highway Patrol Offers Tips for Safe Labor Day Travel

By Michael Pike |

AAA predicts this to be the busiest Labor Day travel weekend in three years, reaching pre-pandemic levels. Trends are similar to the busy Memorial Day and Fourth of July weekends this year. To help keep travelers safe on the roads, the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) and its division of… Read More »

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Case Result: Did Award-Winning Photographer Bring Copyright Case Over Unregistered Photos? Defense Lawyers Say Yes

By Michael Pike |

A lawsuit by Florida resident Charles Ngo over the alleged use of a copyrighted photograph by award-winning Texas photographer Tom Hussey has developed into a claim of fraud on the court, as the defense asserts the photo was never registered as claimed. South Florida lawyers Daniel Lustig, Michael J. Pike and Dominique Torsiello claim award-winning Texas photographer Tom… Read More »

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Case Result: Should Have Skipped Leg Day: Gym Records Crush Defendant’s Protection Against $2.2M Judgment

By Michael Pike |

A California dentist’s gym records foiled his alleged plans to avoid paying a $2.2 million judgment against him by claiming Florida homestead protection. A California resident’s reported love for exercise helped dash his chance of escaping a nearly $2.2 million judgment against him, plaintiffs lawyer Michael Pike said. The result was a landmark ruling against… Read More »

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Pike & Lustig Case Result: South Florida Marketing Agency Wins $2.5 Million Verdict in Copyright Case

By Michael Pike |

West Palm Beach lawyers won a $2.55 million verdict earlier this month in a copyright infringement case. A South Florida marketing agency that designed a website to promote singles clubs along the East Coast won a $2.55 million copyright infringement judgment earlier this month after one of its clients had the design copied and… Read More »

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Class Action Shareholder Lawsuit Filed Against Florida-Based PureCycle Technologies

By Michael Pike |

According to a report from Yahoo Finance, a class action shareholder lawsuit has been filed in the United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida against PureCycle Technologies. Based in Orlando, FL, PureCycle Technologies is a recycling processing company. Representatives for the plaintiffs allege that the company made material misrepresentations to shareholders…. Read More »

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Florida Voters Decide Future of the State’s Minimum Wage

By Michael Pike |

On November 3, 2020, Florida voters passed Amendment 2, increasing Florida’s minimum wage to $15.00 per hour over a period of years. Florida’s minimum wage was already set to increase from $8.56 per hour to $8.65 per hour effective January 1, 2021. However, with Amendment 2, the next annual increase will be to $10.00… Read More »

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