Monthly Archives: January 2022
When Will A Florida Court Issue An Injunction To Enforce A Non-Compete Agreement?
Non-compete and non-solicitation agreements are valuable tools for Florida businesses looking to protect confidential information and customer relationships. If a business has proof that a former employee has violated such an agreement, they can ask a judge to issue a temporary injunction. In Florida, there are four things an employer must demonstrate to obtain… Read More »
Federal Court Dismisses Consumer Protection Lawsuit Over 150-Year Old Spice Ban
Florida’s Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Act (FDUTPA) is a state law designed to protect consumers from various forms of business misconduct. A consumer who has suffered a financial loss or injury due to an unfair or deceptive act can file a civil lawsuit against the offending business. However, even if there is a… Read More »
Do I Really Need A Lawyer To Defend Against A Foreclosure?
When something is broken in your house, such as the plumbing, you might try and fix the problem yourself to save a little money. Oftentimes, however, that just makes things worse and you still end up having to call in an expert. The same thing holds true if you are facing foreclosure against your… Read More »
When Can A Corporate Officer Or Shareholder Be Held Personally Liable For A Business Debt?
When suing a business entity such as a corporation, the individual shareholders typically cannot be held liable for any judgment. In other words, if you sue Company X for a breach of contract and win a monetary award, you cannot seek to collect that judgment against the personal assets of Company X’s shareholders or… Read More »