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When Will A Florida Court Issue An Injunction To Enforce A Non-Compete Agreement?

By Suncoast Civil Law |

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 »

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How Do “Liquidated Damages” Work In A Breach Of Contract Lawsuit?

By Suncoast Civil Law |

Business contracts depend on the good faith of both parties to perform their respective obligations. Of course, good faith is not always enough. If a breach of contract occurs, the non-breaching party will likely suffer some measure of legal damages. To address such contingencies, many contracts include a liquidated damages provision. In its simplest… Read More »

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How Can You Prove Intellectual Property Theft?

By Suncoast Civil Law |

Intellectual property (IP) is the lifeblood of your business. Since intellectual property is the product of a person’s mind, it is often stolen by those who are unable to create something of their own. If you suspect that someone infringed on your intellectual property rights, you need to contact a Sarasota business litigation lawyer… Read More »

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Can “Trade Custom And Usage” Be Read Into A Business Contract?

By Suncoast Civil Law |

When it comes to business contracts, the cardinal rule is that a court will not construe–or read anything into–an agreement that is “clear, complete, and unambiguous” on its face. Put another way, if you want to include a particular right or obligation into an agreement, it should be in the written text. Never assume… Read More »

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A Step-by-Step Guide for Closing a Florida Business

By Suncoast Civil Law |

Closing their company is difficult for any business owner, especially if you have spent a significant amount of time, energy, and money into building it from scratch. However, when it is no longer profitable to operate your business, dissolution may be the only viable option. Contrary to popular belief, it is not that easy… Read More »

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How Can I Sue for Illegal Use of My Trademark in Florida?

By Suncoast Civil Law |

In the modern era, intellectual property has a significant influence on brands’ reputation and sales. Trademarks are one of the elements of intellectual property that make a brand distinguishable from the competition. Unfortunately, it is not uncommon to see other individuals or companies using your trademark illegally. When this happens, you need to understand… Read More »

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What Are the Best Alternatives to Business Litigation in Florida?

By Suncoast Civil Law |

Disputes are an inevitable part of doing business. When you are facing a business dispute, it is essential to hire an experienced business litigation attorney in Florida to represent the best interests of your company. Contrary to popular belief, filing a lawsuit may not be the most effective and productive way to resolve disagreements… Read More »

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What Makes a Non-Compete Agreement Valid and Enforceable in Florida?

By Suncoast Civil Law |

As competition between businesses has been more fierce than ever before, an ever-increasing number of business owners are using non-compete agreements to protect their companies from unfair competition. If you are a business owner who needs to protect their company interests from former employees, you could benefit from drafting a non-compete agreement (NCA) and… Read More »

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Business Litigation Likely to Follow the Coronavirus

By Suncoast Civil Law |

There is no question that the coronavirus is going to lead to a significant amount of litigation, whether that involves consumer fraud issues, foreclosure issues, homeowners’ association disputes, disputes between landlords and the tenants, business litigation, and more. The virus has brought about severe changes in the workplace, interrupted supply chains, forced workers into… Read More »

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Florida Court to Tackle Important Copyright Question Involving Embedded Tweets

By Suncoast Civil Law |

Copyright law and deciding what does and does not fall within the fair use doctrine is an increasingly important and ever changing area of law in business litigation, especially in an age of social media and constantly sharing information via the process of “embedding” one thing in another. Now, a case that has been… Read More »