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Can Text Messages or Emails Become Enforceable Contracts in Florida
Many people assume that contracts must be long written documents signed in person. However, under Florida law, text messages and emails can form legally enforceable contracts if they meet the basic requirements of contract formation. Courts focus on the substance of the communication rather than the format. If the messages clearly show an agreement,… Read More »
What Happens After a Breach of Contract Lawsuit Is Filed in Florida
When a breach of contract lawsuit is filed in Florida, the case does not immediately go to trial. Instead, the lawsuit enters a structured legal process governed by the Florida Rules of Civil Procedure. The first step after filing is serving the defendant with the complaint and summons. Under Florida law, a defendant typically… Read More »
Copyright Disputes in Digital Content and Online Businesses
Copyright disputes have become increasingly common as businesses rely more heavily on digital content, online marketing, social media, and website materials. Online businesses frequently use images, videos, written content, graphics, and software, all of which may be protected by copyright law. When copyrighted material is used without proper permission, licensing, or ownership rights, disputes… Read More »
Litigation Risks in Franchise Disclosure Documents
Franchise Disclosure Documents are legally required under federal and state law and are designed to provide prospective franchisees with important information before they invest in a franchise. These documents contain details about fees, financial performance, litigation history, obligations, and restrictions. Because franchisees rely heavily on the information contained in these documents when making investment… Read More »
Key Evidence That Can Strengthen a Commercial Litigation Case in Florida
In commercial litigation cases, documentary evidence often forms the foundation of a successful claim or defense. Financial records such as profit and loss statements, balance sheets, invoices, contracts, and internal accounting documents can demonstrate damages, breach of contract, or misrepresentation. Courts frequently rely on these records because they provide objective proof of financial harm… Read More »
Four Things to Do the Day of a Truck Accident in Florida
Were you injured in a truck accident in Florida? It is normal to be overwhelmed, especially in the immediate aftermath of the crash. There are things that you can do the day of the collision to put yourself in a better position to recover, both medically and financially. Here, our West Palm Beach truck… Read More »
One Person Hospitalized After Dump Truck Accident in South Florida
According to a report from 7 News Miami, one person was hospitalized after a dump truck collided with a box truck in South Florida. The accident happened in Tamarac in Broward County on the Sawgrass Expressway. Notably, the box truck overturned in the crash. The highway was disrupted for several hours and the crash… Read More »
The Top Four Benefits of Hiring an Experienced Miami Truck Accident Lawyer
Truck accidents happen every day in our state. According to data from Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicle (FHSMV), medium to heavy trucks (10,000 pounds or larger) were involved in 35,034 reportable crashes in the state in 2024 alone. These can be complicated cases. It is imperative that injured victims know how to protect… Read More »
Electronic Contracts and Digital Signatures in Florida Litigation
Electronic contracts and digital signatures have become standard in modern business transactions. From online service agreements to remote real estate closings, businesses increasingly rely on electronic documentation to streamline operations and complete transactions efficiently. Florida law recognizes the validity of electronic contracts under the Uniform Electronic Transaction Act (UETA), codified at Florida Statutes §… Read More »
Pike & Lustig, LLP Obtains $67.25 Million Jury Verdict in Martin County Case
Martin County, Florida — A Martin County jury returned a verdict of $67,250,000 in favor of a Pike & Lustig, LLP client in a personal injury case involving a spinal cord injury sustained at an off-road truck event in Okeechobee, Florida. The case was handled by firm partners Robert Johnson, Daniel Lustig, and Michael… Read More »