Capital Partners Law

11/13/2024

Supporting Florida Businesses Affected by Defamation, Slander, and Libel "Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words can never hurt me." This age-old adage, meant to combat bullying and name-calling, may have comforted us as children. However, in the business world, especially in Florida, words can have serious consequences. When false statements are left unchallenged, they can damage a business’s reputation, hinder customer trust, and lead to significant financial losses....

10/31/2024

When entering into a business agreement, trust and transparency are essential. Clients rely on businesses to deliver services as promised, just as businesses trust suppliers to fulfill orders and meet deadlines. However, when one party misrepresents material facts—whether intentionally or negligently—it can lead to serious financial harm for the other. In this article, the experienced business litigation attorneys at Capital Partners Law…...

Businesses in Florida can be effected by negligent or fraudulent (intentional) misrepresentation. Find out what to do here.

10/18/2024

What Is Restraint of Trade?The U.S. free market economy, a cornerstone of American business, is widely regarded as a system where competition thrives with minimal government interference. However, in practice, even in the United States, the government plays an active role in regulating businesses to protect both enterprises and consumers. While government intervention may sometimes seem burdensome to businesses, it is typically legal....

What constitutes restraint of trade, how it impacts Florida businesses, and what legal options are available if your business is harmed?

09/19/2024

What is Tortious Interference and How Can Your Business Respond? In recent weeks, we’ve explored several key business torts under Florida law. This week, the legal team at Capital Partners Law turns the spotlight on tortious interference—a critical issue for businesses across Florida. In this post, we’ll define tortious interference, explain how it might impact your business, and discuss potential legal remedies....

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08/29/2024

In our last installment on Florida business torts, the business litigation attorneys at Capital Partners Law explored the complex world of intellectual property (IP) theft, covering everything from the general definition of IP to specific types like copyrights, patents, and trademarks. We also reviewed the legal protections and remedies available for IP infringement. This week, we shift our focus to another crucial area: trade secrets....

What are trade secrets, why are they important to your business, and what to do if they are stolen or misappropriated.

08/14/2024

Few things are more frustrating than having something taken from you without permission. When someone steals your personal or physical property – like a car, jewelry, or money – you can file a police report and potentially an insurance claim. You then hope the authorities recover your property, apprehend the thief, and that justice is served. But what happens when someone steals the intellectual property crucial to your Florida business?...

What is "intellectual property theft" and how can it effect your business? The business attorneys at Capital Partners Law explain..

05/20/2024

In life and business, trust is paramount. Unfortunately, breaches of trust occur. In personal matters, the recourse might be limited to forgiving the person or holding a grudge. However, in the business realm, legal actions can be taken against those who violate their duties. At Capital Partners Law, we understand the complexities of fiduciary duties and the consequences of breaching them....

A fiduciary has legal responsibilities, including a duty of care and loyalty. If those duties are breached, a beneficiary may file suit.

05/13/2024

They say all is fair in love and war, but when it comes to Florida business, fair play is mandated by the law. Despite temptations to employ unscrupulous tactics for competitive advantage, the legal landscape stands firm against such actions. In legal terminology, these transgressions against businesses, resulting in financial losses or reputational harm, are termed “business torts.” In Florida, businesses impacted by such actions have the right to pursue legal recourse against the perpetrators to halt their activities and seek compensation for damages incurred....

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04/12/2024

Let’s be honest; we've all slipped up at one point or another. Maybe it was speeding or running a red light, being late for work, or breaking a promise to a family member, friend, or colleague. However, breaking a promise in business, especially one that legally qualifies as a contract, carries significant consequences in Florida. In such cases, a business failing to adhere to the terms of an agreement may face a lawsuit for…...

Are you facing a lawsuit for breach of contract? Learn more about affirmative defenses available in a breach of contract case in Florida.

04/05/2024

In our last article, we talked about what to expect when someone sues your business in Florida. This week, the business and commercial litigation attorneys here at Capital Partners Law are tackling a slightly different topic. Specifically, we’ve decided to share some insight into how certain courts have addressed business clashes that once took years to resolve. It has been almost two decades since Florida’s 11th Judicial Circuit – which includes Miami-Dade County – created the…...

A guide to complex business litigation in Miami-Dade and Broward Counties, where lawsuits involve a myriad of legal requirements and issues.

03/22/2024

It goes without saying that no one in business wants to get sued. Some people in business may even believe that they’re not at risk of being sued. This may be because they own a small business, or they’ve been in business for years without any legal troubles. Or perhaps they haven’t been in business long enough to know better. Naiveite or wishful thinking aside, the stark reality is that the…...

Almost 50% of all businesses face a lawsuit at some point. What should you do if your Florida business gets sued?

11/04/2022

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