Tag Archives: Florida Business Litigation
Former NFL Star Sues Under Armour for Alleged Trademark Infringement
Former NFL linebacker Shawne Merriman and his company Lights Out Holdings, LLC, have filed a trademark infringement claim as well as a breach of contract claim against Under Armour, INC. The lawsuit, which was filed on February 1st, 2017 in the United States District Court for the Southern District of California, comes after the… 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 »
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 »
Are You Starting a New Business in Florida? Read This
There are few things more exciting than starting a brand new business. The possibilities are endless. After all, it has been reported that even major companies like Google, Apple, and Nike got their start in a garage. In order to set up a business that will be able to thrive, you need to give… Read More »
Is Your Florida Business Being Sued? Here is What You Should Do Next
While individuals rarely face civil lawsuits, companies can potentially face legal action for a wide variety of different reasons. In fact, a company may be sued by a customer, an employee, a vendor or even a competitor. If your business is facing a lawsuit, it is normal to feel stressed out and overwhelmed. However,… Read More »
Florida Business Litigation: Lost Profits as Damages
A breach of contract, or any other type of business tort, can cause serious damage to a company. The affected business may not be able to operate at full capacity, or at all, for an extended period of time due to the bad actions of another party. In Florida, companies are entitled to recover… Read More »
Florida Passes Enhancements to the RICO Act
Recently, Governor Rick Scott signed House Bill 549 into law, which aims to enhance Florida’s Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organization (RICO) law. The new regulations are set to take effect on July 1st, 2016. All Florida business owners should stay updated on Florida’s RICO statutes. While many associate RICO claims with criminal activity, ‘legitimate’… Read More »
Nissan Involved In Florida Franchise Law Dispute
According to a story recently posted by Autonews.com, the Japanese automaker Nissan is currently involved a franchise law dispute with some of its Florida franchisees. The dispute stems from Nissan’s offer of cash based support to a specific franchise location. Other Florida Nissan franchisees believe that they are legally entitled to the same financial… Read More »
How to Close down an LLC in Florida
Businesses can close down for any number of reasons, from changing market conditions to key participants receiving better opportunities. When LLC owners recognize these changing circumstances and choose to close down their companies, it is important for them to go about it the proper way. Failing to dissolve an LLC in an appropriate manner… Read More »
Surviving a Deposition as a Witness
Clients often benefit from taking an active role as a member of their own legal team, but depositions are an area that can force clients to take a particularly prominent position. Depositions are procedurally-authorized interviews that allow the lawyers to ask questions of the other side’s witnesses, including the other side’s client. These sorts… 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 »
