Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Can I Allow Employees To Work Remotely In My Florida Business?
Ever since the COVID-19 pandemic began in 2020, working remotely has become a more viable option for many companies and their employees. Statistics estimate that between 12 and 15 percent of U.S. workers operate fully remotely, while around 30 percent work a hybrid schedule that sees them in the office a few days a… Read More »
How To Protect My Florida Business During Divorce
The old adage about half of marriages ending in divorce is true, according to statistics from the U.S. Census Bureau – but only for first marriages, as second and third marriages end at an even higher rate, and do so faster. When a divorce is happening, the spouses generally divide their assets equitably (fairly),… Read More »
SEC Stock Buyback Rules Overturned In Fifth Circuit
In May, the Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC) adopted a new rule intended to force more public disclosure on companies with regard to stock buybacks. Stock buybacks happen when a company purchases some of its own shares, and they are done for multiple reasons – to boost the stock’s value, to prevent a takeover,… Read More »
Am I Liable If My Business Is Sued?
Most business owners are closely involved in and connected to their enterprise, whether via investment or working day-to-day in its operations. However, there are varying levels of involvement. When a business is sued, its high ranking officers are usually not personally liable for the company’s alleged misdeeds. That said, there are exceptions to this… Read More »
How Can A Florida Mergers & Acquisitions Attorney Help Me?
A merger can be a major event in the life of a business and its owner. Depending on what side one is on, a merger can be an exit strategy, or it can be a means to expand the reach of the company you have built. It may be tempting to try and navigate… Read More »
Employment Verification Required For More Florida Employers
In May 2023, SB 1718 was signed into law, aimed at better regulating the employee on-boarding process. The law requires Florida employers – with certain exceptions – to use the federal E-Verify system to ensure that employees have the right to work in the United States, and that all their papers are in order…. Read More »
Explaining Private Placement Of Securities
If someone is wanting to invest their money in the stock market or in securities, they have many options. The U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC) requires that securities specifically either be registered with the commission, or qualify for an exemption under the Securities Act of 1933. Securities that qualify for a specific exemption… Read More »
Florida Lawmakers Considering Removing Child Labor Protections
Most white collar businesses tend to employ those over a certain age, simply because the work being done requires years of experience. Those under the age of 18 are children, and while children may work in certain limited capacities, the general rule is that education is a child’s first job. However, in recent months,… Read More »
Crafting A Florida Business Partnership
A partnership is one of the most common and enduring methods of structuring a Florida business. There are pros and cons to choosing this option, but the cons can be minimized by properly crafting the partnership itself, and ensuring that both potential profits and loss are handled equally. A knowledgeable attorney can help you… Read More »
The Viability Of Reverse Mergers In Florida Business Law
Mergers & acquisitions (M&A) is a constantly evolving field of law, requiring attorneys to be well-versed in every little detail. A merger is a different animal than an acquisition, though they may share procedural similarities. A reverse merger is a specific type of merger, and while it may seem confusing, it can be the… Read More »
