When most people think of trademark infringement, they think of knockoffs like fake Rolex® watches or dubious Louis Vuitton® bags sold by street vendors. In these cases, a junior user comes along and tries to profit from the goodwill of a well-known senior user, either through outright deception or by […]
In an age when digital interactions dominate how businesses engage with clients, data privacy risks have moved to the forefront. Recent litigation trends show that insurers and financial services companies are now squarely in the cross-hairs of plaintiffs’ firms. The article “Data Privacy Litigation Trends Against Insurers and Financial Services […]
A Course Correction in Noncompete Policy In April 2024, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) made national headlines when it voted to adopt a rule banning most noncompete agreements nationwide. The move sought to reshape employer-employee relationships in a way that would expand worker mobility and challenge traditional business protections. By […]
In July 2025, the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania issued a decision in Newell v. JR Capital that should immediately capture the attention of businesses using text messaging to market products or services. The ruling confirms that marketing texts are subject to the Telephone Consumer […]
Being served with a lawsuit is among the most stressful and disruptive events a small or midsize business (SMB) can face. Legal disputes often arise with little warning and immediate consequences. It may be tempting to try to handle the matter yourself. However, business litigation is not something most business […]
One of the many bills passed during Florida’s 2025 legislative session was SB 462, a transportation bill that covered a lot of ground (pun intended). Unanimously passing both chambers, the key provisions of SB 462 aimed to update county reporting requirements, amend some aviation and airport programs, revise the contracting […]
Part II: New Rights and Protections for Homeowners On July 1, 2024, CS/CS/HB 1203 became effective, which created significant changes impacting homeowners’ associations (“HOA”) in Florida. Those changes include new educational requirements for community association managers and HOA directors, access to certain HOA records, prohibitions against a HOA limiting or […]
Part I: New Educational and Regulatory Requirements for HOA Board Members, Community Association Managers, and Homeowners’ Associations On July 1, 2024, CS/CS/HB 1203 became effective, which created significant changes impacting homeowners’ associations (“HOA”) in Florida. Those changes include new educational requirements for community association managers and HOA directors, access to […]
When drafting any sort of detailed business contract, a common question is what type of dispute resolution provisions should be included in it. Will the parties require litigation or arbitration? Will the parties require mediation before litigation or arbitration? Litigation involves a court or a jury deciding the outcome of […]
What happens if the members or managers of a limited liability company (“LLC”) can’t agree on the operations of the business? What happens if a member fails to comply with terms of the operating agreement or engages in fraudulent conduct? Understanding the processes and procedures for resolving member or manager […]