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Copyright or Trademark Infringement

Are you a Florida business owner? Do you have proper protections in place to protect your business’ brand and works? Our experienced lawyers can help you by determining business protection needs and drafting necessary documents. What Is Copyright or Copyrighted Material? Original works that are protected by copyright laws. According to the Florida Bar Association, Copyright law protects original works of authorship such as books, music artwork, photographs, webpages and software. Sometimes even one work of authorship may require more

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Business Law

Business Impact of the FTC Non-Compete Ruling

Are you a Florida business owner? Are you protecting your business by ensuring your employees sign a noncompete agreement? If so, a new ruling by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) will affect all noncompete agreements nationwide. What is a non-compete agreement? A non-compete agreement is a legal contract between an employer and employee that limits the employee from engaging in conduct that would increase competition for the employer or other party for a specific amount of time. In Florida noncompete

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Business Law

Construction Contracts: Key Clauses you Need to Know

Are you a Florida Contractor? It is important to know that a construction contract is one of the most critical parts. A construction contract ensures that you and your clients create terms and conditions that both parties are satisfied with and that will be followed. These contracts are meant to protect both you and your clients. Florida Statute 489.101-489.147 covers construction contracting. A well-drafted contract establishes the key terms and expectations to be followed by both parties. It also provides

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Business Law

Can I Handle Contract Disputes On My Own?

When you have a contract dispute, it can be stressful and confusing. You may feel like you need to hire a lawyer right away to protect your interests. But what if you don’t want to spend the money on legal fees? Or maybe you don’t want to deal with hiring a lawyer at all, if possible? Consulting a Lawyer Before You Sign a Contract Is Your Best Defense Before signing a contract, it’s always a good idea to consult with

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Estate Planning

Estate Planning: What Is It & Do I Need It?

What Is Estate Planning? It is important to realize, Estate Planning is much more than a set of legal documents. Estate Planning centers on taking time to make decisions for you and your family, while you still can. While most people understand that Estate Planning is important, it often takes a backseat to life’s everyday demands. There are countless causes for this delay, but, in my experience, the primary reason why most people neglect their Estate Planning needs is because

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Estate Planning

5 Steps to Getting Started with Estate Planning

So, You’ve Made The Decision to Tackle Your Estate Planning – Now What? The following checklist addresses taking the first steps in your Estate Planning journey. 1) Figure Out What You Want. It’s crucial to take time to identify what your Estate Planning goals are. Is your main goal to make sure your family is provided for after you pass? Do you want to donate a portion of your estate to your favorite charity? Perhaps, you want to establish a

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Towing Law

When Can My Vehicle Be Towed in Florida?

In Florida, towing laws are governed at the state level. This blog will provide information on when and where your car can be legally towed in the state of Florida. We will also provide tips on what you can do to avoid being towed illegally. If you live in Florida or are planning to visit, be sure to bookmark this blog and check back often for updates! Reasons You Can Be Towed It’s important that when finding a parking spot, you ensure

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Towing Law

4 Tips for Filing a Claim Against a Towing Company

Know Your Rights If you have ever been towed, you know the feeling of helplessness and frustration that comes with it. You may feel you have no options to take against the towing company and that there is nothing you can do to get back the time and money you spent retrieving your vehicle. What many people don’t know is that they can file a claim against the towing company if they believe their rights were violated. Keep reading to learn several

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Business Law

Can You Collect Attorney’s Fees for Post-Judgment Collections?

Good news! Even if the basis for your underlying case (a contract, statute or other writing) does not include an attorney’s fee provision, you may still have options for the recovery of your post-judgment collection attorney’s fees and costs. What Does It Mean for Your Case to Be “Post-Judgment?” Post-judgment collections refers to the process of enforcing a final judgment after it has been issued in a case to collect the amounts due to a judgment creditor. When a monetary judgment

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