Tag Archives: Business Law Miami
Understanding the Basics of Contract Interpretation in Florida
In many cases, contract disputes arise over the meaning or implications of the terms in the agreement. Interpreting a contract is not always as simple as reading and applying the terms of the page. There are many complex issues that must be addressed. To the best of their ability, Florida courts attempt to determine… Read More »
Four Tips for a Successful Business Partnership
If you are going into business with another person, you need to be sure that you have put the right structure in place for your business partnership. Unfortunately, in far too many cases, partnerships fail due to poor planning. At Pike & Lustig, LLP, we have extensive experience handling business law issues related to… Read More »
Getting an Injunction for Trade Secret Misappropriation
Under Florida law (Chapter 688), trade secrets are entitled to certain legal protections. As a business owner or operator, you need to be able to protect your company’s valuable trade secrets against any type of unlawful use. If you have been a victim of trade secret misappropriation, it is imperative that you speak to… Read More »
What You Need to Know About Buy-Sell Agreements
Do you own all or part of a small or midsized business? If so, you should have a carefully drafted buy-sell agreement in place to protect your best interests. Indeed, without this type of agreement in place, your personal and business interests could be placed at substantial risk. You need a buy-sell agreement to… Read More »
The Four Stages of Business Law Arbitration
Is your company currently locked in a commercial dispute? If so, you may need to (or be required to) seek arbitration. Compared to traditional litigation, arbitration offers businesses several key benefits, including that it is generally faster and cheaper than litigation, and that the proceedings can be kept fully confidential. For companies facing upcoming… Read More »
Business Law Watch: Governor Rick Scott Vetoes the “Liquor Wall” Repeal Bill
On May 24th, 2017, Florida Governor Rick Scott created major political waves when he vetoed Senate Bill 106. This was a controversial piece of legislation that would have removed Florida’s ‘liquor wall’, a colloquial name for a prohibition-era law that puts heavy restrictions on when and where hard liquor can be sold within the… Read More »
Florida Federal Judge: False Advertising Lawsuit Against Movie ‘War Dogs’ Can Proceed
War Dogs, a 2016 movie produced by Warner Brothers, reportedly grossed $86 million at the box office. This dark comedy film stars actors Jonah Hill and Miles Teller as two Miami-based arms dealers who secure a major contract from the Pentagon. The film is based on real events. However, one of the men who… Read More »
The Enforceability of Non-Solicitation Agreements in Florida
A non-solicitation agreement is a contract that prevents an employee from leveraging a company’s customers for their own benefit or the benefit of an industry competitor. Often, non-solicitation agreements are part of larger employment contracts that may also include provisions such as a non-compete agreement or a non-disclosure agreement. If your company is using… Read More »
Resolving Intra-Family Business Disputes
While resolving any dispute between business partners can be challenging, there is no doubt that intra-family business disputes are among the toughest. Any experienced business litigation attorney will tell you that intra-family business disputes can quickly become nasty, protracted and all around destructive. Not only can a drawn out family business dispute damage the… Read More »
