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Being prepared to handle allegations of discrimination at work

There are a variety of scenarios in which allegations of unfair treatment may arise in a workplace setting. Discrimination continues to be a hotly-contested topic that can affect the futures of both...

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Tesla files lawsuit against electric truck startup Rivian

Tesla recently accused Rivan, a manufacturer of electric trucks, of stealing employees and trade secrets. How a trade secret is defined and protected by law varies from state to state. In Florida,...

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Wrestling stars sue former business partner

According to a civil complaint filed in Florida, two wrestling stars have filed a lawsuit against their former business partner for allegedly breaching a business contract. The complaint was filed in...

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How does mediation work?

While mediation is commonly used in divorce cases, an increasing number of employers in Florida are using mediation to resolve workplace issues. Mediation involves hiring a neutral third party to help...

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Partnership disputes: How to properly handle them

Running a business in Florida can be stressful on its own, but add an opposing voice, and it can make day-to-day operations almost impossible. However, it doesn’t have to be that way. If the right...

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Non-compete agreement essentials

Understanding the intricacies of non-compete agreements is the first step in deciding whether to use them for business purposes in Florida. This is a simple breakdown of these agreements’ principle...

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Ways to handle business partnership disputes

In any relationship, you are bound to have disagreements and disputes. This is especially true when it comes to business partnerships. It is very common for two business partners to butt heads...

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Enforcing a non-compete agreement in Florida

Non-compete agreements are slightly controversial. In some jurisdictions, it’s hard to even enforce them. That’s not the case in Florida, where non-competes are seen as a way to level the playing field...

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The advantages of mediation in business disputes

There is more than one way to resolve a business dispute. You might consider taking the matter to court, but a full-blown trial can quickly drain time and money. Accordingly, many litigation-wary...

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Negotiating severance packages in Florida

Losing your job can be a difficult and traumatic experience; however, severance payments can soften the blow. If you are about to get laid off and want to make the most of your severance package, there...

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