Blog

• posted: Nov. 10, 2024
• Contractual Disputes,  Noncompliance,  rescission,  Title Defects

Commercial real estate transactions in Florida can be complex, and consequently they often present several legal challenges that require careful consideration by all parties involved. Here is an overview of Read More

• posted: Oct. 22, 2024
• adequate remedy,  non-feasibility

A liquidated damages clause in a contract sets a predetermined amount of money that one party must pay to the other in the event of a breach. These clauses are Read More

• posted: Oct. 03, 2024
• Corporate Governance,  Direct Suits,  Equitable Relief

Minority shareholders in Florida corporations have certain rights that protect them from being marginalized or oppressed by the majority shareholders. These rights ensure that minority shareholders have a voice in Read More

• posted: Sep. 19, 2024
• Noncompete Clauses

Noncompete clauses in employment contracts balance the interests of employers in protecting their business assets with the rights of employees to seek new employment opportunities. Florida law has found noncompetes Read More

• posted: Sep. 05, 2024
• Construction,  Construction Disputes,  contract

An increase in construction activity can be have positive and negative consequences, leading to economic growth but also to potential project delays. With more projects being undertaken, the demand for Read More

• posted: Aug. 22, 2024
• Business Law

Drafting and negotiating commercial leases involve a series of detailed and complex considerations, making them significantly different from residential leases. Unlike residential leases, which are usually standardized and cover a Read More

• posted: Aug. 08, 2024
• Commercial Litigation

Whenever possible, business disputes should be resolved out of court. However, litigation is sometimes the only means to achieve adequate compensation for losses or to otherwise correct injustices. When litigation Read More

• posted: Jul. 25, 2024
• Asset,  Debt,  Lien Law

When a creditor wins a civil lawsuit, obtaining a judgment is just the beginning. The real challenge often lies in collecting the judgment. Florida’s lien law can be a powerful Read More

• posted: Jul. 11, 2024
• interference,  Tortious

Tortious interference is a legal term that refers to a civil wrong where a third party's intentional actions disrupt either an existing contract or a business relationship, resulting in financial Read More

• posted: Jun. 27, 2024
• judicial,  mortgage

Foreclosure is a legal process where a mortgage lender seeks to take possession of a property when the borrower has defaulted on the loan. Florida is a judicial foreclosure state, Read More

• posted: Jun. 13, 2024
• consolidated basis,  illicit,  money laundering

In the wake of increasing concerns about illicit financial activities and money laundering, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) implemented the Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reporting rule in compliance with Read More

• posted: May 30, 2024
• noncompete agreements,  nondisclosure,  soliciting

In April 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced a new rule that broadly bans noncompete agreements in employment contracts across the United States. The rule not only prohibits the Read More

• posted: May 16, 2024
• Asset-based valuation,  Income valuation,  Market valuation

Acquiring a business can be a strategic move that propels your company forward. However, before diving headfirst into a deal, you need to comprehend the target company's true value. Business Read More

• posted: May 09, 2024
• business landscape,  competing business,  Florida law

In today's competitive business landscape, Florida employers frequently utilize non-compete agreements to shield their legitimate business interests. A non-compete prohibits an employee agrees not to compete with their employer’s business Read More

• posted: Apr. 25, 2024
• business contract,  Confidentiality

A well-drafted business contract is the cornerstone of any successful commercial transaction. It clearly outlines the rights and obligations of each party, minimizing the risk of misunderstandings and disputes down Read More

• posted: Apr. 11, 2024
• contractual duty,  financially support,  insurance,  policyholders

Most of us pay insurance premiums with the peace of mind that, in the event of a covered loss, our insurer will be there to financially support us. But what Read More