It’s common for businesses in Florida to be a party to one or more contracts. Thankfully, the terms of most of these contracts are carried out without problem. But sometimes, issues arise, and a business gets accused of breaching the contract. Most of these accusations don’t result in litigation, as […]
A significant portion of business disputes in Florida arise from contract disagreements. When your company is accused of breaching a contract, the stakes can be high, including financial liability, reputational harm, and disruption to operations. Understanding your potential defenses early can make the difference between resolving the dispute quickly and […]
The U.S. Supreme Court delivered a seismic ruling on February 20, 2026, holding 6-3 that the International Emergency Economic Powers Acts (IEEPA) does not authorize the President to impose tariffs. The decision in Learning Resources, Inc. v. Trump invalidates the sweeping tariffs President Trump imposed beginning in early 2025, which […]
Orlando businesses continue to enjoy a variety of benefits at both the state and local levels, such as the STRIVE Orlando Program and state tax incentives. But there’s also been an increase in eminent domain cases, some of which may have jeopardized Orlando businesses’ ability to continue operating despite these […]
When you sign a sales agreement, you likely focus on price, delivery dates, and product specifications. However, the fine print often contains one of the most critical provisions for your business’s long-term health: the limitation of liability clause. This provision is designed to cap the amount one party must pay […]
A handshake might start a deal, but a sales contract should be what finishes it. For many small and midsize business owners in Florida, the contract is often viewed as a template reused from a prior deal without careful review. However, vague language in these agreements is one of the […]
If you are left with a shipment of goods a buyer refuses to accept, or you are waiting on a delivery that never arrives, determining the next step is not always straightforward. Sales contract disputes can disrupt operations, strain cash flow, and create uncertainty—especially when significant time, labor, or capital […]
When a business files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, the case usually builds toward one key moment: plan confirmation. The confirmed plan becomes the binding roadmap for how debts are repaid, how claims are classified, and whether the business reorganizes or liquidates. For creditors, plan confirmation is often the single most […]
When Restaurant Names Conflict With Packaged Food and Beverage Brands Restaurant owners often assume that if another company is selling packaged food or beverages under a similar name, there must automatically be a trademark conflict. The reality is more nuanced. When a restaurant name collides with a packaged product brand, […]
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: […]