When two or more people go into business together, there is an assumption they will share the responsibility of operating the business. Partners typically share the financial obligations of business ownership, as well as the profits. There is often a strong dependency...

When an employer hires an employee following an exhaustive search, they invest in their experience and skills. They are hopeful that the new staff member significantly contributes to their bottom line as they have with previous employers. Naturally, employers want...

For many types of businesses in Florida, privately and closely held information is what gives them a competitive advantage. It is of utmost importance to protect trade secrets and other types of sensitive information, preventing these things from becoming public...

Contracts are some of the most important tools available to a Florida business. It can lead to financial loss and other complications when a party does not adhere to the terms of the agreement. If this happens, the wronged party may have grounds to pursue legal action...

No matter the type of contract or agreement, it is natural for a business to slant the provisions to favor their own protection. It is not uncommon, however, for a business to create a restrictive covenant including terms that challenge its enforceability. Restrictive...

Florida business owners who need to work with outside parties or employees typically choose to create appropriate contracts for a given situation. You may have given much thought to the terms of each contract you created and felt secure that they would provide you and...

Running a company involves many difficult decisions that will have a direct impact on the business's success. Many of these include decisions about your goods and services or staffing. Legal issues can also be challenging for owners and managers, particularly when...

Florida business owners know the importance of protecting their company’s intellectual property and competitive standing. Of course, this knowledge often comes from years of experience, and for individuals just starting their entrepreneurial ventures, it can be easy...

While a significant emphasis is placed on both elements of physical security and restrictive covenants, in recent years, most companies have started to devote more time and resources to protecting online assets. Cybersecurity is an evolving field and organizations...

Many Florida business owners, managers and CEOs whose companies handle sensitive or privileged information rightly fear the damage that would result if an outside hacker broke into their systems. This kind of criminal activity could effectively destroy a company...