Category Archives: Business
Does My Company Need In-House Counsel?
When a small business begins to see success, it is with the work of countless people both behind the scenes and on the proverbial front line. One of the most important performers for many businesses is their attorney – but not every business needs to have counsel in-house. Depending on several different factors, your… Read More »
Can I Move My Business To Florida?
Data from the U.S. Census shows that over the last decade, Florida has seen an increase in population of almost 15 percent. With this increase in residents comes an increase in businesses, as many will choose to move their enterprises to their new home state instead of starting fresh. There are positives and negatives… Read More »
How To Dissolve Your Florida Business Smoothly
No one wants to consider dissolving their business in most situations. However, there may come a day when it becomes necessary, and if that does occur for your company, it is imperative that you and your partners understand how to do it well. Contacting a knowledgeable attorney is crucial; if you do not, you… Read More »
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 »
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 »
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 »
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 »
How Can I Protect My Business’s Trade Secrets?
There is no singular definition of a trade secret, but in general, any unique information or process that gives a business a competitive edge will at least arguably fit the bill. A trade secret may be a piece of technology, a method of doing something, a formula, or almost anything in between – and… Read More »
Creating A Florida Corporation
When attempting to get a business up and running in Florida, a person has several options in terms of how that business should be structured. Incorporation is one of the most common choices that business owners make, as corporations’ structure has numerous advantages for small businesses and their owners. The procedure to establish a… Read More »