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President Biden’s Vaccine Mandate and Florida’s Response
On September 13, President Biden issued an executive order that calls for private employers with 100 or more employees to obtain proof of vaccination, or proof of a negative COVID 19 test, from their workers. This measure is part of President Biden’s six-part “Action Plan” which is designed to combat the spread of the Delta variant and further maximize public safety. In…
Read MoreHow to Protect Your Business in Remote Work Environments
Most entrepreneurial business owners would agree that the last year has brought about unexpected challenges. Many of the businesses that have survived this pandemic have done so because they’ve been able to adapt. Entrepreneurs need to actively seek to address problems and provide solutions that can protect their businesses, intellectual property, and people. With the rise of…
Read MoreBasics of E-Discovery for Small Businesses
Electronic discovery, or “e-discovery,” is an increasingly important aspect of business litigation. Prior to the advent of the digital age, discovery consisted of physical documents being requested, collected, reviewed, and then potentially used in a litigation dispute. Given the rise of information technology, and especially electronic file storage and cloud backup, physical documents often comprise a minor portion of relevant documents in…
Read MoreDomestication of Out-of-State Judgments under Florida Law
In our previous post, we discussed the rules involved with enforcing a monetary judgment here in the State of Florida. As we saw, enforcing a judgment involves many steps, and these steps all need to be achieved properly. Potential creditors and potential debtors may be curious about how foreign (i.e. out-of-state) judgments are treated under…
Read MoreEnforcement of a Money Judgment in Florida
You’ve endured a difficult, stressful court case. You worked hard to collect the evidence necessary to substantiate your claim. And you prevailed. You feel vindicated, but now the question arises: how are you going to collect your money judgment? Things would be great if the judgment debtor (the losing party) simply transferred the funds to…
Read MoreDo I Need a Written Operating Agreement for My LLC?
The State of Florida does not require business owners to have a written operating agreement for their limited liability companies (LLCs). This does not mean, however, that you shouldn’t have one on hand. An operating agreement is extremely valuable and can prevent significant problems once the business is up and running. Should any questions arise…
Read MoreBest Practices for Drafting Commercial Leases in 2021
The last year has revealed uncertainty in the commercial real estate market. More than ever, commercial landlords need a watertight lease. It is essential that you assess your commercial lease templates and make any necessary changes to best protect your investments. Take Steps to Avoid Future Pandemic Liability Include provisions in the lease that ensure…
Read MoreWhere to Now? Post-COVID-19 Tips and Tricks for Business Owners in Florida
Florida Governor, Ron DeSantis, has long aimed to restore a sense of post-pandemic normalcy throughout the state. Shortly after lifting Florida’s state of emergency, the Governor preemptively banned state, local, and county authorities from requiring residents to use vaccine passports to declare their vaccination status. Similarly, the Governor overwrote local COVID-19 restrictions, lifting the mask…
Read MoreLitigation Holds – Triggers and Reasons to Comply
Almost everyone has seen a movie or TV show in which a lawyer dramatically produces a surprise witness or document at trial. But this never happens in real life. The discovery rules in federal and Florida state courts require each party to produce evidence for the other parties to review. A business issues a “litigation…
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