Monthly Archives: December 2025
Founders’ Equity: Structuring Ownership Splits to Prevent Future Litigation
Launching a new business is often an exciting collaboration among friends, colleagues, or investors who share a common vision. But as any seasoned entrepreneur or Florida business and corporate lawyer can attest, enthusiasm at the formation stage must be tempered with careful legal planning—particularly when dividing equity among founders. Early-stage ownership decisions have long-term… Read More »
Successor Liability in M&A Deals: When Buyers Inherit the Seller’s Legal Exposure
In mergers and acquisitions (M&A), successor liability is a critical legal concept that buyers must fully understand to avoid unintentionally inheriting liabilities from the companies they acquire. Successor liability occurs when the acquiring entity becomes responsible for the legal obligations or liabilities of the acquired business. Whether you are structuring your transaction as an… Read More »
Digital Promissory Notes and e-Signatures: Enforceability Under Florida and Federal Law
The evolution of financial technology, often referred to as fintech, has significantly transformed traditional financial instruments, especially promissory notes. Digital promissory notes and electronic signatures (e-signatures) represent a notable shift from conventional paper documents, streamlining transactions, enhancing efficiency, and fostering innovation. However, this shift raises critical legal questions concerning the enforceability of such digital… Read More »
Assigning Intellectual Property at Startup: Why DIY IP Agreements Lead to Ownership Disputes
Every startup begins with an idea—an innovation, an algorithm, a brand name, or a unique process that distinguishes it from competitors. That idea is intellectual property (IP), and it’s often the company’s most valuable asset. Yet many early-stage founders overlook the formalities of assigning IP to the business entity. They assume that because they… Read More »
Navigating Information Statements on Schedule 14C: Disclosure Best Practices and Common Challenges
Companies registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regularly face a wide range of reporting obligations designed to ensure transparency and protect investors. Among these reporting obligations, Schedule 14C information statements hold particular importance. Schedule 14C is utilized by corporations to communicate significant corporate actions to shareholders when shareholder votes are not solicited…. Read More »
