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...
Business Lawsuits & Disputes
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...
The best ways for an entrepreneur to limit legal risk
When you start your business, the last thing you want is for all of your plans to be derailed by some sort of legal issues in the future. You want to set your business up for success, and that means limiting these risks. There are many ways that you can do this, and...
What can I do if my Florida business tenants won’t pay the rent?
If you rent out commercial premises, you need people to pay on time. Aside from it being your source of income, you will have expenses that you must pay on time, such as the mortgage, bills, staff, repairs and upkeep. Business incomes can fluctuate from month to...