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Is Incorporation Worth It?

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A person who has put in the work to launch their own business is generally a self-starter, who is ready, willing, and able to do their due diligence to ensure that all the relevant paperwork is in order. However, depending on the nature of the company, they may decide that a sole proprietorship is… Read More »

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Coinbase Must Face SEC Lawsuit

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The U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC) has made it their mission to crack down on aspects of the cryptocurrency industry in recent months and years, intending to regulate it more strictly for the benefit of its investors. In 2023, the commission charged Coinbase, the world’s largest publicly traded cryptocurrency exchange platform, with operating… Read More »

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My Business Just Got Sued! Now What?

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Thousands of lawsuits are filed in the United States every year, with Florida’s courts seeing numbers in five figures most of the time. A slight majority of them are civil cases, which are cases where a conviction will require a defendant to pay damages instead of serving time in jail. Despite how commonplace they… Read More »

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Are Non-Compete Agreements Still Enforceable In Florida?

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Non-compete agreements (NCAs) are instruments used by businesses to restrict their employees’ ability to work for competitors. However, a business wishing to impose a non-compete agreement on a departing employee must be certain that they are doing so appropriately. Most businesses use NCAs in an effort to protect trade secrets, which is a valid… Read More »

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Selling Your Florida Business

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It can be difficult to make the decision to sell your business, particularly if you have spent years building it from the ground up. However, there are some times when selling up is the best option, and in order to make the transaction as smooth as possible, consulting an attorney can make a difference…. Read More »

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What Is The Howey Test & How Does It Affect Securities?

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The body of law that regulates securities in the United States has been steadily built up since the creation of the Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC) in 1934. One of the most foundational aspects of securities law comes from a U.S. Supreme Court case, SEC v. W.J. Howey & Co, decided in 1946. Howey… Read More »

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Is An LLC Right For Me?

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When you are ready to start your Florida business, it can feel a bit overwhelming to try and determine which business entity is right for your enterprise. A limited liability company (LLC) is one of the more popular choices, particularly for businesses with multiple officers, offering many different benefits. However, there are little details… Read More »

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Florida Imposes Even Stricter E-Verify Requirements For Private Employers

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In May 2023, Florida’s governor signed a strict crackdown explicitly intended to ‘scare’ undocumented immigrants out of settling in the state. The law voided out-of-state driver’s licenses without proof of citizenship, prevented any state municipality from using government funds to obtain IDs for undocumented immigrants, and made several other changes designed to make life… Read More »

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Attacks On Securities Regulators To Be Decided In 2024

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Securities law in the United States is an ever-evolving entity, given its youth, and with every legal decision, securities investors and regulators are required to adapt. In 2024, several significant cases are poised to potentially affect securities regulators on an integral level, forcing major changes for the entire industry. Whether you are an investor… Read More »

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Understanding Florida Employment Contracts

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Most employees in the United States work on an “at will” basis. This means that both employee and employer can end the relationship “at will,” with some exceptions based on public policy. That said, some employees are hired via contract, and employment contracts are governed by specific provisions of Florida law. If you have… Read More »

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