Running a business in Florida often means juggling a maze of rules and requirements from multiple regulatory agencies. Even careful business owners can find themselves accused of breaking a rule they never knew existed. The good news is that Florida law recognizes that not every misstep should carry harsh penalties. […]
What You Need to Know About the “Big Beautiful Bill” and Emerging Opportunities in Graduate Lending With the passage of President Trump’s sweeping tax and spending package, the “Big Beautiful Bill,” the federal student loan system has entered a new era. While much public attention has focused on increased borrowing […]
Florida regulates alcoholic beverages under a framework that dates back to the Prohibition Era. The system is built on a three-tier model where manufacturers can only sell to distributors, distributors serve as middlemen to retailers, and retailers may only purchase from distributors. While this system was designed to limit access […]
When you receive notice that an administrative complaint, notice to show cause, or other charging document has been filed against your license, your first instinct may not be to reach out to your customers. After all, telling your customers that your livelihood is at risk can feel counterintuitive. But in […]
For many small and mid sized business owners, the promise of automation, artificial intelligence, and passive income can seem like the next logical step in scaling operations or diversifying revenue. Unfortunately, these aspirations are increasingly targeted by bad actors offering fraudulent “AI powered” business opportunities. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) […]
Participating in Florida’s government procurement process can be both an opportunity and a challenge. Agencies are required to follow strict statutory and procedural rules to ensure that contracts are awarded fairly. But when those safeguards are overlooked or misapplied, contractors and vendors have the right to challenge the decision through […]
Florida’s Quota License Lottery opened on August 18, 2025, with entries due by October 1, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. Winning the drawing grants the priority right to apply for a new quota beverage license in counties where population growth created eligibility for additional licenses. For retailers, these licenses represent one […]
JACKSONVILLE, FL. – Jimerson Birr is proud to announce that attorneys Charles B. Jimerson, James O. Birr III, and Joseph R. Luna have been recognized in the 2026 edition of Best Lawyers, the oldest and most respected peer-review publication in the legal profession. Best Lawyers provides trusted, peer-reviewed recognition of […]
JACKSONVILLE, FL – Jimerson Birr is proud to announce that its CEO, Charles B. Jimerson, has been named a 2025 Ultimate CEO by the Jacksonville Business Journal. The Ultimate CEO Award honors outstanding executives shaping the future of Northeast Florida, recognizing those who achieve exceptional business success while giving back […]
JACKSONVILLE, FL – August 20, 2025 – Jimerson Birr, a premier full-service business law firm serving clients across Florida and Georgia, is pleased to announce that Jessica S. Mazariego has been elevated to Partner. Based in the firm’s Tampa office, Mazariego will continue to lead high-stakes complex commercial and real […]