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 actions are taken by both partners, the chances and the severity of...
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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 two parties talk about their issues and come to an agreement. When...
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 Orange County by EC3 and Braun Strowman, alleging breach of...
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, trade secrets are protected by the Florida Trade Secrets Act. Tesla...
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 employees and employers alike. Upon encountering allegations of...
Contract disputes stem from end of exclusive business arrangement
There may be a multitude of companies in Florida and elsewhere who have entered into an agreement to be the exclusive provider of another entity's products and services. While such an arrangement may have the potential to prove fruitful for both parties, it could also...
Do you have reason to challenge a non-compete agreement?
When you first started your job, you may have not thought twice about signing a non-compete agreement. You may have thought that you would stay at the same company for the duration of your career, or you may not have even fully understood what you signed. Nonetheless,...
Legacy Fighting Alliance files breach of contract lawsuit
The sudden termination of a business arrangement can have a substantial impact on each of the parties involved. Companies in Florida that experience a similar scenario could suffer a variety of potential consequences, such as damages to reputation and loss of...
Hershey accuses former executive of theft of trade secrets
Many companies in Florida and elsewhere may require new employees to sign a variety of agreements upon offering them a position of employment. These agreements may provide certain protections to both the employer and employee alike and there can be consequences to...
Knowing the options when facing partnership disputes
The presence of conflict in a business relationship could create a rift between the parties involved and there may be a variety of potential consequences to such a situation. Individuals in Florida who engage in disputes with a business associate may have several...