In Florida, product regulation has become a battlefield where state laws and local ordinances clash. A recent example is the Coral Gables ban on polystyrene (Styrofoam) containers, which was struck down by an appellate court because state statutes preempt local regulation of packaging materials. This case highlights a broader trend: […]
Florida has positioned itself at the center of a national debate over food technology and agricultural policy with the passage of Senate Bill 1084 (SB 1084), which bans the manufacture and sale of lab-grown or cultivated meat in the state. While hailed by some as a win for traditional ranchers […]
The tequila industry has become one of the fastest-growing segments of the global spirits market. Premium brands like Casamigos and Don Julio command high prices and enjoy strong consumer demand, built on a promise of authenticity and quality. That promise is now under intense legal scrutiny. On May 5, 2025, […]
Amazon has built one of the most complex return ecosystems in the world—handling more than $100 billion in returned goods annually. Behind its consumer-facing convenience is a vast network of third-party liquidators, logistics firms, and resale channels that keep its “river of returns” flowing. For companies operating in the reverse […]
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the way we do business, from streamlining insurance claims and enhancing diagnostics to detecting fraud and analyzing supply chain data. But as AI enters the courtroom, one critical question looms: Can we trust machine-generated evidence? Federal courts are one step closer to answering that question. […]
Starting your own brewery is a dream for many beer lovers, and Florida, with its booming craft beer scene and favorable business environment, is an excellent place to make that dream a reality. Whether you want to open a small microbrewery or a larger production brewery, Florida offers ample opportunities, […]
The Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) has long been at the forefront of regulating the alcohol beverage industry, ensuring that companies adhere to standards for both product labeling and marketing. Recently, two major updates have emerged from the TTB that are particularly relevant to brewers and those […]
The alcohol beverage industry experienced significant regulatory evolution in 2024, with Florida leading substantial legislative changes while national trends reshape market dynamics. Florida’s Expanding Wine Market Florida’s wine industry, contributing over $15 billion annually to the state’s economy and ranking second only to California in production, marked a milestone with […]
As the Surgeon General concludes his tenure, Vivek Murthy’s advisory on the relationship between alcohol and cancer has sparked a national conversation. Released on January 3, 2025, the advisory emphasizes the scientific link between alcohol consumption and increased cancer risk for several types of cancer, including breast, liver, and throat […]
Material suppliers in the construction industry will often need to extend credit to their contractor and subcontractor customers due to the payment cycle on construction projects that can often run 30 days, 60 days or even longer. Due to this, suppliers of construction materials will often need to enter into […]