A title company can sometimes cost more than a real estate lawyer – but you get a lot less for your money. Even if you find a similarly priced title company, there are significant advantages to choosing a law firm instead. For example a title company represents and insurance company rather than you. Also, a…
What is a leasehold agreement? A leasehold is a long-term rental agreement with a minimum term of 40 years but that can last several decades longer, sometimes up to 120 years. Leasehold law differs from short term rental agreements in that leaseholders (the equivalent of a tenant in a short lease agreement) have a very…
While consumers have the right to be protected from products that can cause them harm, too often businesses are forced into defending themselves from false product liability claims. The deck is stacked against businesses who find themselves defending against product liability claims in Florida. Let’s explore the challenges: Unequal fee structures Malicious or greedy consumers…
Contract review by an experienced local business lawyer is essential because contracts and agreements are legally binding documents. That means that the parties are legally obligated to comply with the terms, conditions and responsibilities laid out in these documents. It also means that if there is any future disagreement, an arbitrator or a court of…
Doing business with an import or export partner abroad? Here are some of the most common issues you may face in import and export law. Reciprocity of international contracts When you have a contract in place with a business based abroad, it is a good idea to check if there is a reciprocity treaty between…
In Part 1, we discussed one of the most important regulations on the free market – laws against tortious interference. Laws against tortious interference prevent unethical abuse of the free market’s competitive nature. This is a civil regulation that prohibits third parties from taking certain steps to damage a party to a contract or business…
One of the most important regulations on the free market involves laws on tortious interference. Laws against tortious interference prevent unethical abuse of the free market’s competitive nature. This is a civil (non-criminal) regulation that prohibits third parties from taking certain steps to damage a party to a contract or business relationship. Before exploring how…
Quick Read Summary (TLDR) Late-paying clients hurt your business by reducing cash flow and forcing you to divert valuable time and resources toward collection efforts. A law firm experienced in commercial debt collection can handle the process more efficiently and compliantly than most small businesses can on their own, especially those without a dedicated collections…
Buying or selling a property is a big endeavor. For many individuals, families and businesses real estate transactions are the largest expenditures on the balance sheet. Making sure you have the right legal partner in the process to protect your investment is a must. If you are considering the purchase or sale of a property…
If your company manufactures or sells a product then there is always a chance that the product can be said to have a defect. Should the alleged defect cause a consumer injury or property damage, your business could be held legally liable for product defect claims. In the State of Florida, the legal framework that…
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