Vero Beach Law Blog

Florida businesses of all types and sizes must take steps to protect closely held information that provides a competitive advantage and differentiates the company from others. Trade secrets can include everything from client lists to secret recipes, and businesses...

A Florida business would be wise to take the appropriate measures to protect its valuable assets, but it should move to protect intangible assets as well. Trade secrets and intellectual property are incredibly valuable, and they merit the same amount of protection as...

Contracts are some of the most important tools available to a Florida company, and a breach of contract represents the potential for significant financial loss and complications. In matters involving contract review, drafting or negotiating, it is essential to ensure...

Florida business owners have a lot of responsibility to ensure that their company does not come under fire for errors in judgment. This can mean that you and others in charge of handling operations must be careful about what you say and what your employees say,...

Florida business partners share the rights and responsibilities that come with owning and operating a small business. Over time, these relationships can erode, or disputes can arise suddenly over a specific issue. Regardless of the source, a partnership dispute has...

One of your greatest assets is your intellectual property. The secrets behind crafting your product or service are what sets you apart in the marketplace. When you hire employees to support your company, they can help you grow your business. However, the employees you...

If another business has wronged yours, you may be weighing the option of taking them to court. This could be a winning decision or a costly mistake, depending on the circumstances at play. Here are five questions you should consider before taking the leap into...

Legal action is sometimes the most appropriate way to resolve a business dispute, but there are important things to consider before moving forward. Business litigation is a complex and sometimes costly method by which a party may recuperate financial losses and...

Certain types of business disputes can affect the operations and profitability of a Florida company. This is a possibility in situations where shareholders are at odds with the management of the company over certain decisions. Differences in opinions can escalate into...

A business’ competitive edge is one of its most important assets. Having specific things unique to the company are what will set it apart from other options, allowing it to more effectively attract potential customers and clients. In specific situations, these assets...