When a business owner goes through a divorce, their personal and professional assets could be on the line. As your marriage comes to an end, you might wonder what will happen to the company you've built and how the divorce will impact your business. Even if...
Category: Business Law
Florida Civil Law Notary vs Notary Public: What’s the Difference?
While "legal documents" may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you wake up in the morning, every adult needs some legally binding contracts in their drawers. If you reside in Florida, a notary public or civil law notary authorized by the state needs...
Foreign Qualification Registering to Do Business in Florida
According to one recent report, 65% of U.S. businesses plan to expand their workforce in the next year. If you're thinking about growing your organization's geographic footprint, extending your operations into a different state can help you get there. When considering...
How to Resolve a 50/50 Partnership Dispute
Imagine building up a business with another person, only for that partner to suddenly want sweeping changes you don’t agree with. Such partnership disputes can start to become a tug-of-war and are a big reason why around 70% of business partnerships fail. So,...
Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting
The U.S. Treasury’s Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has changed reporting requirements under the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). In September 2022, FinCEN issued new provisions to address illicit practices within U.S. businesses and the financial...
Starting a U.S. Business as Foreigner
In the land of opportunity, the entrepreneurial spirit thrives. It's a beacon for U.S. citizens and calls out to those beyond its borders. As a non-citizen, you too can harness this energy and turn visions into viable ventures.
But where to start? Navigating...
What Is the Difference Between Corporate and Commercial Law?
There are currently more than 1.1 million practicing lawyers in the US. The world of law is a complicated one. If you need legal assistance, there's a good chance you need help knowing where to begin. There are different kinds of law, so when you need aid, what...
8 Reasons Why Having a Non Disclosure Agreement Is Critical
A non-disclosure agreement, or NDA for short, is a legally binding contract that protects sensitive, confidential information. Businesses often require their employees to sign one before they can begin work.
An NDA protects the data cited within it, ensuring...
7 Tips for Hiring General Counsel Services for Business Law
It's always a good idea to have a lawyer, especially for your business interests.
There are 40 million lawsuits filed annually in the United States. Businesses routinely enter agreements and find themselves needing to file legal paperwork, protect intellectual...
Can You Be Imprisoned for Breach of Contract?
In January 2023, hip hop artist Flo Rida won an $82.6 million award when a South Florida jury determined that the energy drink company, Celsius, had breached his contract. While that's a lot of money, were they at risk of imprisonment too?
It's a common misconception...