Author Archives: Michael Pike and Daniel Lustig
What Happens to a Company When a Manager of an LLC Dies?
If you have worked hard to create a successful business, the intention may be for that business to carry on after you are gone. Whether it supports your family after you pass, or whether you intend for your family to actually operate the business, succession planning is something that you should plan for right… Read More »
Apple Gets Sued for Not Paying Retail Employees
You would never think of not paying your employees. Aside from knowing it’s illegal, it’s also just immoral. You stay on top of wage and labor laws, and know who is supposed to be paid what. One thing you know is that employees need to be paid for every hour that they work. Except,… Read More »
Handling Cyber Attacks to Avoid Legal Problems
Even though our world is getting more and more technologically advanced, you, individually as a business owner, may not be. You got into your business to do that business—not to become an IT professional. And yet, as a business, you have certain responsibilities surrounding IT, that can get you into legal problems if you… Read More »
Important Steps for Building a Strong Business Litigation Case
Business litigation can be extremely complex. It involves navigating legal frameworks, statutes, regulations, and case law. The laws governing business transactions, contracts, intellectual property, employment, and other aspects of business can be intricate and subject to interpretation. Preparing for business litigation requires careful planning, thorough documentation, and gathering strong evidence to support your case…. Read More »
Sarah Silverman’s AI Lawsuit Raises Important Copyright Infringement Questions
Comedian Sarah Silverman and two other authors are suing Meta and ChatGPT-maker OpenAI for alleged copyright infringement. The two lawsuits allege that the large language models that power AI were trained on copyrighted materials from their books without their knowledge or permission, which were likely stolen from a “shadow library” of pirated works. The… Read More »
Business Litigation in the Digital Age: Addressing Online Defamation and Cybersecurity Breaches
The first step is to understanding how the digital age has affected business litigation is to clarify what we mean when we refer to this time period. Simply put, the digital age refers the current era, where digital technology forms the backbone of modern society. This includes everything from cloud computing and data analytics… Read More »
INFORM Consumers Act Now in Effect – Is Your Business Ready?
The Integrity, Notification, and Fairness in Online Retail Marketplaces for Consumers Act – or the INFORM Consumers Act – has taken effect as of June 27, 2023. The act was passed by Congress to add more transparency to online transactions and to deter criminals from acquiring stolen, counterfeit, or unsafe items and selling them through online marketplaces. The… Read More »
Four Criteria You Must Meet to Be a Plaintiff in a Shareholder Derivative Lawsuit in Florida
A shareholder derivative lawsuit is a legal cause of action filed by a shareholder (or group of shareholders) on behalf of the corporation itself. Most often, it is a type of claim that is pursued against officers, directors, or other top leaders of the company. To move forward with a shareholder derivative action, there… Read More »
Federal Judge Allows False Advertising Lawsuit Against Fireball to Proceed Over Malt Liquor Beverage
According to a report from Courthouse News Service, a federal judge will allow a false advertising lawsuit against a malt liquor beverage advertised as “fireball” to proceed. Consumers allege that marketing falsely implies that the product is “whisky-based.” In this article, our Miami deceptive and unfair trade practices lawyers provide a more detailed overview… Read More »
School Bus Accident Reported in West Palm Beach
According to a report from Yahoo News, a school bus was involved in an accident on Southern Boulevard in West Palm Beach, Florida. It was a significant crash, the driver was taken to a local hospital for an evaluation. The bus is associated with The King’s Academy, a private school serving Palm Beach County…. Read More »
AARP Florida Speak Out Against Lower Staffing Standards in Our State’s Nursing Homes
According to a report from NBC WESH 2, AARP Florida is officially speaking against lower staffing levels and lower staffing standards in nursing homes. The organization says that staffing issues are resulting in reduced quality of care and greater risks to nursing home residents. Here, our Miami nursing negligence lawyers highlight the concerns raised… Read More »
Wells Fargo Agrees to $1 Billion in Shareholder Lawsuit
According to a report from The Washington Post, Wells Fargo—the massive San Francisco-based financial services company—has agreed to pay out approximately $1 billion to settle a shareholder lawsuit. The shareholder complaint alleged that the company made material misrepresentations to shareholders regarding its efforts to resolve the 2016 fake account scandal that rocked the industry…. Read More »
Is Your Company Facing an FDUTPA Lawsuit? Four Steps to Take
The Florida Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Act (FDUTPA) is a state law that was put into effect to protect consumers, businesses, and organizations against unjust and materially misleading commercial practices. As the law has a private right of action, any party can file an FDUPTA lawsuit against a business that operates in Florida…. Read More »
Navigating Breach of Contract Claims: Essential Steps for Business Owners
A breach of contract occurs when one party fails to fulfill their obligations as stated in a legally binding agreement or contract. It essentially means that one party has not performed the duties or promises outlined in the contract. Navigating breach of contract claims can be a complex process for business owners. It is… Read More »
What Are the Pros and Cons of Mediation in Business Litigation?
Mediation plays a significant role in business litigation as an alternative dispute resolution (ADR) method. It involves a neutral third party, the mediator, who assists the parties in reaching a mutually acceptable resolution to their dispute. Here are the pros, cons, and best practices associated with mediation in business litigation: Pros of Mediation: Cost-effective:… Read More »
Did You Get Fooled Into Signing a Blanket Medical Authorization?
Let’s say that you are injured in an accident, and you think about getting a personal injury attorney. But your case, to you, seems easy. Why get an attorney when you can do it yourself? So you go that route. The insurance company on the other side asks you to sign a medical authorization… Read More »
So You Have a Herniated Disc-But What is That?
Many people in car accidents who suffer back injuries, will suffer what the doctor tells them is a herniated disc. Most of us have heard this term before, whether we’ve had a herniated disc injury or not. And most of us also know that a herniated disc is considered to be a serious injury…. Read More »
Lying in Court Can Get Parties in Trouble
If you are filing a personal injury lawsuit, you may be concerned that the Defendant that you are suing, may just lie. After all, who will ever know the difference? A Defendant that is seeking to avoid paying a lot of money may easily tell a lie, and you may be wondering what is… Read More »
You Can Be Awarded Punitive Damages Against Drunk Drivers
In personal injury cases, Florida law makes it very hard to get punitive damages against liable Defendants. There are a number of hurdles to get punitive damages. Punitive Damages in Normal Cases The first hurdle is that you can’t even ask for punitive damages, when you first file your case. Rather, you have to… Read More »
Understanding Florida’s Impact Rule
You may already be aware that if you are in an accident caused by someone else’s carelessness or negligence, that you can recover for emotional damages, as well as your physical damages. So, for example, if you have constant and chronic pain, and that pain causes you sadness or anxiety or depression, those emotional… Read More »