Tag Archives: Business Litigation Broward county
Did Spirit Airlines Violate the RICO Act? The Eleventh Circuit Court Says No
Recently, the Eleventh Circuit Court released a decision in the case of Ray v. Spirit Airlines. Lead plaintiff Bryan Ray, who was representing a group of several different similarly situated consumers, alleged that Spirit Airlines had violated the RICO Act. The Eleventh Circuit disagreed with the plaintiffs and found in favor of the airline…. Read More »
Seven Issues that Should Be Addressed Within Your Florida Franchise Agreement
A franchise can be an excellent business opportunity for many Floridians. Investors can replicate an already proven business model, while established companies can extend their brand recognition more quickly and efficiently. When things go well, a franchise is mutually beneficial. However, there is also the risk that a destructive dispute could arise between the… Read More »
Never Signed a Partnership Agreement? You Might Still Be in A Legal Partnership
Across Florida, many people choose to set up their business as a partnership. A partnership is a ‘pass through’ entity that offers major advantages in many situations. While most business owners are broadly familiar with the idea of a partnership, many are not aware of the fact that a legally valid partnership can be… Read More »
Breach of Fiduciary Duty: Unlawful Self-Dealing
A fiduciary duty is a legal obligation that requires one party to act solely in the best interests of another party. The breach of this duty can occur in a number of ways, from the failure to disclose information to negligence. Self-dealing is another common example of the breach of fiduciary duty. Self-dealing occurs… Read More »
Should You Have a Lawyer Review Your Commercial Lease Agreement?
For many business owners, choosing an appropriate space from which to run your business is imperative to your success. Your business space should be cost-effective, functional, and well-maintained in order to best conduct operations. While some owners have the resources and capital to purchase commercial property, many others have to rent space. When you… Read More »
Who Just Hired the Lawyer?
Lawyers often refer to corporations as “legal fictions.” This means that from a legal standpoint a corporation is a real entity. It can sue people, be sued by people, and enter into contracts just like a real person can, but the corporation is not a real person. A corporation cannot hold conversations with people… Read More »
