Owning a business in Florida is more than a job—it’s an investment in your future and a legacy for your loved ones. But if your estate plan isn’t current, your business and personal assets could be at risk. Updating estate planning for business owners is essential to ensuring your wishes are honored, protecting your business, and taking care of...
As a Florida business owner, your brand is one of your most valuable assets. Protecting it ensures that your business stands out in a competitive marketplace. Trademark registration is one of the most effective ways to safeguard your brand identity. But what are some of the advantages to registering a trademark? Below, we discuss the top 10 benefits of...
Small business owners often worry about protecting their personal assets so they can confidently pursue their business ideas. Registering an LLC in Florida is one of the most effective ways to create a layer of protection between your business and your personal life. Our Orlando business lawyers team assists with all aspects of LLC registration, including preparing articles of...
When a loved one dies, the process of distributing assets correctly and navigating probate can be complex. However, this becomes all the more complicated when the deceased person (“decedent”) owns part or all of a business. What happens during probate can make or break a business, especially if the decedent did not leave clear succession and estate plans. At...
In business, disputes can arise anytime—over virtually any issue. There are many choices available to business owners regarding how to handle a dispute, especially when deciding what kind of ongoing relationship you as a business owner want to have with the other party once the conflict is resolved. Understandably, companies and individuals alike are often confused about which dispute...
A trademark is a distinctive symbol, word, phrase, design, or combination that legally identifies and distinguishes the source of goods or services from those of others. It serves as a unique identifier for businesses, helping consumers recognize and associate products or services with a specific brand. And while trademarks and registered trademarks have similar names, they have slightly different...
Injunctive relief is a court-ordered remedy that compels or prevents specific actions when monetary damages are inadequate and irreparable harm is likely. It includes temporary and permanent injunctions, which aim to maintain the status quo or provide long-term protection after a legal decision. Injunctive relief prevents or compels specific actions when no other legal remedies exist, and irreparable harm...
Please note this blog post is written for employers, although we understand it may be of interest to employees as well. At this time, our firm only represents business owners and employers. If you need assistance with a legal matter as an employee, please consult a firm that represents employees. Almost all businesses will involve and contain certain confidential...
When a business or an individual has an idea that they want to protect from being used by others without their permission, it is best to seek legal protection of that intellectual property. So what are the different types of intellectual property, and how can an owner protect their rights? Today we look at the main types of intellectual...
Your business’s intellectual property (IP) can be its most valuable asset. Customers buy your patented gadget because it is one of a kind. Buyers look for your trademarked logo because they trust your products to be high quality. Or maybe you create books or music or video games, in which case your copyrights are vital to your financial success....