Tag Archives: Florida Business Contract Disputes
Florida Appeals Court Rules in Favor of Former College Coaches in Contract Dispute
According to reporting from WCTV.tv, Florida’s First District Court of Appeal reversed a 2017 ruling that dismissed the breach of contract claims filed by two former coaches of Florida A&M University. Earl Holmes, the school’s former basketball coach, and Clemon Johnson, the school’s former football coach, both had their employment contracts terminated early. While… Read More »
Florida Appeals Court Reverses Summary Judgment in Defective Goods Case
On October 24th, 2018, the Fourth District Court of Appeals for the State of Florida reversed summary judgment in a contract lawsuit that was filed after a buyer decline to pay for goods that they alleged were defective. In the case of Twin Rivers Engineering, Inc. v. Pacer USA, LLC, the court determined that… Read More »
Florida Judge Rules Against Former College Basketball Coach in Contract Dispute
According to reporting from the Tallahassee Democrat, a circuit court judge located in Leon County, Florida, has ruled in favor of Florida A&M University (FAMU) in its contract dispute against its former head basketball coach Clemon Johnson. Mr. Johnson was fired by the University in early 2014 after serving as the school’s men’s basketball… Read More »
Could an Email Be a Binding Contract?
When most people think of a contract, they are picturing something that requires hours or days of very careful negotiation, with people working hard to come up with precise language and terms. Yet, forming a contract is actually far easier than most people realize. In fact, you might even have formed a legally binding… Read More »
Florida Court Rules Against Trump Golf Course in Construction Lien Case
No stranger to the headlines, President Donald Trump recently found himself in the news after his company lost a Miami-Dade County construction lien dispute. On April 12th, 2017, Florida’s Third District Court of Appeal issued a ruling in the case of Trump Endeavor LLC v. Fernich, Inc. d/b/a The Paint Spot. The appeals court… Read More »
Miami Beach Restaurant and Construction Firm Locked in Legal Dispute
According to reporting from The Real Deal, CBMIA, a company that is planning on opening up a new restaurant in Miami Beach, has filed a breach of contract lawsuit against its construction firm, U.S. Construction Corp. (USCC). In response, USCC has filed a countersuit that also alleges breach of contract. CBMIA blames USCC for… Read More »
Florida Court of Appeal Reverses Entry of Summary Judgment in Contract Dispute
In the case of Sean Lucey and the Lucey Corporation v. 1010 Logic Inc, the Florida Second District Court of Appeal found that the circuit court erroneously entered a finding of summary judgment in favor of the plaintiff. Here, we explore the background of this case and discuss what summary judgment is and why… Read More »
Florida Commercial Contract Disputes: What’s Actually in the Contract?
In today’s world, business moves quickly. Often, the realities of the market require companies to enter into commercial transaction without ever sitting down and drafting a contract. In many cases, the two companies will send each other form contracts and simply move forward with the transaction. On the one hand, this is good as… Read More »
Florida Administrative Court Rules in Favor of Department of Corrections in Contract Dispute
According to reporting from the Palm Beach Post, a Tallahassee administrative law judge has ruled for the Florida Department of Corrections in a complex case involving a dispute over substance-abuse treatment service contracts. Bridges of America Inc. a private company that operates work release and drug rehabilitation centers in Orlando, brought the claim against… Read More »
Seminole Tribe Wins Contract Lawsuit Against State Government
Recently, the Sun-Sentinel reported that the Seminole tribe of Florida has prevailed in a contract litigation claim against the state. Specifically, the lawsuit pertained to the legality of offering blackjack and other table games at casinos. As a result of the decision by the federal judge in the case, the Seminole tribe will be… Read More »
Home-Remodeling Contractors Need Legal Protection
Home-remodeling projects are on the rise. According to reporting from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), an estimated $300 billion will be spent on home improvements in the year 2016 alone. Not only would this be the 5th straight year of rising home improvement expenditures, but it would also be a new record, passing… Read More »
Professional Boxer Ordered to Pay Former Associate Damages for Unjust Enrichment
According to reporting from USA Today, a Florida jury has ordered world champion boxer Canelo Alvarez to pay his promoter damages in relation to a business contract dispute. The court found that compensation was entitled on the basis of unjust enrichment. If you have any questions about unjust enrichment, or breach of contract claims… Read More »
Important Elements of a Shareholders’ Agreement
A shareholders’ agreement is a business contract that details the rights and obligations of the stakeholders of a corporation. The agreement is the foundation of a successful business arrangement. It also protects your business interests. If your shareholders’ agreement is inadequate, it could lead to future disputes or to you losing out on your… Read More »
Make Sure Your Business Contracts Are Enforceable
When entering into a business deal, you need to know whether or not your agreement will be enforceable under Florida law. Believe it or not, some mutually agreed upon contracts are not valid under the law. If you are entering into a major business agreement, it is best to hire an experienced West Palm… Read More »
