Former UCF Football Assistant Sues School for Breach of Contract
- posted: Jun. 25, 2025
No matter what side you’re on, signing an employment contract can be very exciting. Both parties usually enter these agreements expecting the best. Unfortunately, things don’t always go according to Read More
Rights of Minority Shareholders Under Florida Law
- posted: Jun. 11, 2025
Disagreements among fellow shareholders can lead to serious legal conflicts that might put the underlying business in jeopardy. While partners generally have a heightened fiduciary duty to each other, the Read More
A Real Estate Contract Cannot Be Created Via Text Message Under Florida Law
- posted: May 28, 2025
As technology advances, so does the way we communicate for personal and business purposes. Letter writing largely gave way to telephone calls. After that, email was introduced, and now many Read More
Appeals Court Holds Revision to Bad-Faith Law Cannot Be Applied Retroactively
- posted: May 14, 2025
After lobbying efforts from property insurers, Florida in 2022 made it much more difficult for policyholders to file bad-faith claims against their carriers. Under the current law, Florida Statute 624.1551, Read More
Trump Administration Stops Appeals of FTC Noncompete Ban
- posted: Apr. 30, 2025
During the final year of the Biden administration, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a rule that would have barred the use of most employee noncompete agreements throughout the United Read More
Florida Court Says Lack of Construction License Does Not Void Contract
- posted: Apr. 16, 2025
Many agreements related to construction projects and other types of building and repair jobs include a provision that requires the contractor to be properly licensed for the work they’re doing. Read More
Reality TV Personality Named in Florida Tortious Interference Lawsuit
- posted: Apr. 02, 2025
When you’re on a reality television show, such as “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills,” outrageous behavior is part of the everyday routine, but litigation demands strict adherence to judicial Read More
Orlando Circuit’s Business Court Expedites Commercial Litigation Matters
- posted: Mar. 26, 2025
Complex business disputes that go to court pose challenges to litigants and judges. Without strong direction, these cases can get bogged down in discovery and motion practice, possibly forcing parties Read More
Common Causes of Construction Litigation and How to Avoid Them
- posted: Mar. 12, 2025
Construction projects are inherently complex, involving numerous parties, detailed plans and significant financial investments. Unfortunately, various issues often arise that can lead to costly litigation if not properly managed. Understanding Read More
What to Know About Bringing Suit Against a Foreign Company
- posted: Feb. 25, 2025
Suing an out-of-state company in a Florida court involves navigating jurisdictional rules and procedural complexities, but it also offers several strategic advantages for Florida plaintiffs. Local litigation minimizes travel expenses Read More
How Quiet Title Actions Can Resolve Real Estate Disputes
- posted: Feb. 10, 2025
A quiet title action in Florida, also known as a suit to remove clouds on title, is a legal proceeding in Florida that seeks to establish a party's clear ownership Read More
Common Pitfalls of Selling a Small Business, and How to Avoid Them
- posted: Jan. 28, 2025
Selling a small business is perhaps the most significant financial transaction that an owner undertakes. While it can provide a rewarding payout, the process is riddled with potential hurdles that Read More
Proving Business Defamation and Its Resulting Damages
- posted: Jan. 09, 2025
Business defamation, also referred to as commercial or trade libel, is a tort that arises when false statements are made about a business, product or service, causing harm to its Read More
How to Face Florida Foreclosures With Affirmative Defenses
- posted: Dec. 25, 2024
Florida law requires a judicial foreclosure process, meaning lenders must file a lawsuit in court to foreclose on a property. The bank or company files a complaint and serves it Read More
The Difference Between Material and Immaterial Contract Breach
- posted: Dec. 10, 2024
A commercial enterprise typically deals with multiple contracts in the course of doing business. Most of the time, contracts are performed routinely, but when disputes arise, there may be allegations Read More
The Current State of the FTC Ban on Noncompete Agreements
- posted: Nov. 25, 2024
In April 2024, the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) issued a rule declaring noncompete agreements in employment an unfair method of competition under Section 5 of the Federal Trade Commission Act. Read More
