Before a digital presence was a must for businesses, unfair competition focused on offline practices. These included trade secret theft, trademark infringement and other unethical activities. But when the internet became a staple in people’s lives, it brought new...
Government contracting in Tampa is changing. Traditionally, agencies tended to go for the lowest price offer. Now, agencies prioritize the best overall value. This approach, called best value procurement, changes how businesses bid for contracts. It also changes the...
For Florida businesses, the ability to protect their interests with a non-compete clause is imperative. This agreement prevents employees from working for their competition or opening their own business in the same industry in nearby areas until a certain amount of...
A business opportunity can be enticing for Florida residents who want to achieve success on their own terms. Franchises are a good way to start a business without needing to go from the ground up. However, people can let their excitement get the better of them and...
One of the most hopeless positions for a Florida business is to be owed a substantial sum of money by a party that apparently has the means to pay the debt but instead spends its money on needless or wasteful expenses. Does the creditor have a remedy? Under certain...
For Florida residents who want to start their own business, a franchise might look like an effective shortcut. There is much to like about becoming a franchisee. It has an established identity, there is support from a corporation and it eliminates many hoops people...
Florida businesses want to keep a leg up on their competition. Part of that is having high-quality people working for them. Businesses that train and employ qualified individuals who are good at their jobs will do whatever they can to retain them. However, it is...
Before a contract is signed, all parties must agree to the terms of the agreement. The contents of the contract will vary depending on the subject matter, but the terms may cover: Payments. Services to be completed. Time limits for performance of contract....
Business owners may be interested in having their employees or business partners sign a nondisclosure agreement (NDA), which prevents them from disclosing confidential information to third parties. There are several important elements to include in an NDA. NDA...
If you are a Florida business that contracts with public entities, you likely have not won every contract. And, you may wonder if you can appeal the decision. The answer is yes, with a bid protest. What is a bid protest? A bid protest is a challenge to the...
