Starting a business is like any life goal. It takes time, energy, diligence and patience, and it requires much decision making. The process can seem overwhelming, and it some cases, it can be a lengthy process. However, it is important to take it step by step. When...
As a Florida business owner, safeguarding your intellectual property from potential misuse or theft by departing employees is crucial. Intellectual property includes inventions, designs, artistic works, logos and brand names that can significantly contribute to your...
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...
Any Florida business with intellectual property, such as a patent, trademark, copyright or protectable trade secret, might consider offering a licensing agreement to another individual or business. When a business legally owns intellectual property, they have the...
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...
Starting a business in Florida can be a monumental endeavor. Choosing a business structure is one of the most important decisions any entrepreneur can make prior to starting a business. While there a multitude of options for new business organizations, many people...
You might be surprised, angry, and disappointed when a contract is breached. But when it happens, and it likely will happen at some point to your business’s lifetime, you need to be prepared to take action to protect your interests. Where do you start in doing that?...
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...
Traditionally, trademarks were always tied closely to geography. The Internet and the rise of a global economy have challenged that tie, but geography still plays an important role in trademark law. A recent court case involving two retirement community companies...
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...
