For a business to take off and maintain momentum, presidents, investors, managers, CEOs, employers and employees are trusted to do their jobs right and to act in the best interest of the company and its stakeholders, not themselves. They have what is called fiduciary...
Business Lawsuits & Disputes
What happens to your commercial lease when ownership changes?
It can be jarring to find out that the owner of the commercial building where you lease space is selling the property. You likely have questions about what this means for your lease agreement and your business. Property owners should notify their tenants of a sale so...
Can my business partner force me to sell?
When you started your business with a partner, you hoped that you would build the company for decades until it was incredibly valuable. But now it’s only been a few years and your business partner wants to sell the company. They think the value has gone up enough to...
Simplicity is key to positive business relationships, not tricks
When you find a supplier who can reliably import a material that is hard to come by, you may want to solidify a verbal agreement in writing. Contracts help businesses make their expenses and schedules predictable. A well-written contract protects your company and...
Is your business partnership breaking down?
You formed your business on your own and as it grew you recruited a team. Your business partner has been fundamental to your success over the years, but the relationship seems to have changed. You’re starting to question whether they still have the drive and...
Overview of the business litigation process in Florida
Florida’s entrepreneurs are some of the most resourceful business people in the country. Navigating ever-changing government and state regulations while keeping a leg up on the competition requires dedication, passion and credibility. These attributes are particularly...
What is business defamation, and what can you do about it?
Words are more powerful than ever in the 21st century. They can take businesses straight to the top or knock them down to the bottom. Word of mouth (and pen or keyboard) spreads like a virus. Negative and defamatory statements can take over social media platforms...
What is the difference between mediation, arbitration and litigation?
If you own and operate a business of your own, one thing is certain: You're bound to encounter an occasional disagreement. Your problem could be with a supplier, a customer, a service provider or another business. When business disputes escalate, they can take up a...
How can you protect your business from lawsuits?
Opening a small business is a big step, but the hopes of the company being successful make all the hard work a bit easier. As the business grows, you’ll start to see the fruits of your efforts. The last thing you want at that point is to find out that it’s all at risk...
How to avoid a messy ‘partnership divorce’
The ending of a business partnership is not the same thing as a marriage breaking up. But there are a lot of similarities. In both a real divorce and a business partnership divorce, a close relationship has gone bad. Each party might blame the other for the...