Statutes of limitations for bringing civil actions exist largely to ensure that individuals and businesses file legal concerns within a reasonable period of time. This is typically for everyone’s benefit. Evidence can disappear, witnesses’ memories can fade (or they...
Preparing Your Case To Be Trial Ready
Business Litigation
Is it impossible to fire someone in a protected class?
One reason for employment litigation is when an employer decides to fire someone in a protected class. That employee may claim that they cannot be fired because of their inclusion in that class, alleging that their rights have been violated and that it’s a wrongful...
When an executive breaches their fiduciary duty
There are many reasons why shareholders or investors may need to take legal action against a business or its leaders. In some cases, there may have been an attempt to freeze out investors by denying them access to shareholder meetings or depriving them of their right...
Smart businesses prepare for trial – even if they want to settle
When business owners face a dispute, they typically prioritize settling without litigation. Unfortunately, navigating a dispute with this mindset can leave you unprepared if the conflict escalates. While many business disputes can be resolved without litigation, it is...
How can an injunction resolve a contract dispute?
Businesses use contracts to control operating expenses and manage professional relationships. Contracts help clarify what obligations parties have to one another. They make business agreements enforceable if either party fails to fulfill their promises to the other....
Should you worry if your business partner is divorcing?
If you have one or more married business partners, there is always the chance that one of them may divorce. Regardless of how much your partner tries to keep work and home life separate, be prepared for it to have an effect on the company. Here are some things that...
Can you contact an employee on paid parental leave?
Mothers and fathers in Florida are eligible for time off after the birth or adoption of a child. The state allows a seven-week paid maternity leave for the mother to recover after the birth of a child and 2-week paid parental leave for both the mother and father to...
2 tips to protect your business during a partnership dispute
You and your partner likely went into business together because you share similar goals and visions, but that doesn’t mean that you’ll always see eye-to-eye. When partnership disputes arise, it’s critical to think about the needs of the company so you can do what’s...
Common types of vendor disputes
Businesses across Florida depend on vendors to supply essential goods and services. These vendors may provide anything from raw materials to IT support. When vendors fail to meet expectations, it can lead to serious disruptions. Missed deadlines, poor-quality products...
What fiduciary duties exist in small businesses?
Sometimes business disputes occur between the business and a person or entity outside the business - such as a customer or supplier. Other times they are between people within the company. One time these internal disputes can arise is when one person accuses another...

