Tampa Business Litigation Blog

With high levels of competition in a variety of fields of operation, many businesses in Florida are constantly looking for ways to keep up with or gain an edge over rival companies. When it comes to the pursuit of success, many business owners consider it essential to take steps to protect sensit...

When two or more parties in Florida or elsewhere attempt to reach an agreement on a remodeling project, they may wish to discuss deadlines for its projected completion date. However, should unexpected factors cause delays, additional work may be necessary, and a company will likely expect to rece...

Terms such as intellectual property and trade secrets tend to bring up images of large corporations who need to circle the wagons around their operations in order to keep their proprietary information safe. Those businesses tend to allocate a certain percentage of their budgets to making sure tha...

Many individuals have used the experience they gain while working at a company to advance their careers and open doors to future opportunities. However, should a company in Florida believe that a person takes and continues to use sensitive information in their endeavors, it may wish to take steps...

When it comes to advancing one's career in the field of technology, having the necessary skill and experience can be essential. Unfortunately, individuals in Florida may find that these qualifications might not always be enough, as other factors could play a part in the process. IBM is reportedly...

Upon entering a business arrangement with another entity, companies in Florida and elsewhere may allow their new partners access to sensitive information. Should the arrangement come to an end, a company may wish to ensure its trade secrets are protected from unwarranted use. Xavien Holdings and ...

When a company in Florida begins to experience financial struggles, its owners may wish to identify the source of the problem and make budget cuts where necessary. Unfortunately in some cases, these cuts may lead to employee layoffs, and those who lose their jobs under similar circumstances may w...

For companies in Florida who operate in the food and beverage industry, protecting product recipes is imperative. Should an employee who had access to these recipes leave to work for a competitor, the company may wish to take steps to ensure its secrets are protected in the process. A brewery in ...

Trade secrets and other intellectual property play major roles in how many businesses operate. It is often imperative that companies have unique ways of providing services or manufacturing products that helps them remain competitive in the industry. As a business owner yourself, you certainly und...

Upon choosing to turn in a letter of resignation, companies in Florida and elsewhere may expect an employee to turn over any sensitive materials before accepting a position with a competitor. Should a person retain possession of proprietary information, a company may choose to take steps to prote...

Many companies in Florida and across the nation consider it vital to promote equality among employees and keep hostility out of the workplace. Those who are subjected to harmful workplace environments could suffer in a variety of ways, and similar concerns may even pose a threat to company operat...

Many individuals in Florida and elsewhere may constantly be on the lookout for opportunities to advance their careers. In some cases, such a pursuit could prompt a need to seek work with a different employer, and if this company operates within a similar field, noncompete disputes may arise. A ve...

The ideas and innovations that drive a company can play an integral role in its success. Many companies in Florida seek to protect such sensitive information at all costs, and if a company feels as though another party has gained access to valuable trade secrets unlawfully, it may wish to pursue ...

When you and your business partner started out, you may have been in complete harmony with one another. You seemed to have similar ideas at the same time and perhaps even finished each other's sentences. Even when your suggestions were dissimilar, you were both focused on taking the business in t...

The industry of technology is constantly growing, and the level of competition among individuals in Florida and elsewhere who are seeking employment in this area can be significant. While some level of competition can be healthy, in some cases, it could also lead to allegations unjust treatment s...

Many individuals in Florida and elsewhere have reached a point in life where a change in employment is necessary. However, in some cases, a person's ability to obtain employment within a similar field may be restricted by the contract he or she signed with the current employer. Noncompete agreeme...

When a company in Florida decides to make upgrades to daily operations, it may enter negotiations with numerous businesses before making a decision. Upon entering an agreement with another party, a company may expect to receive a quality product, and if the other party fails to deliver, litigatio...

Going into business with a partner may have felt like a wise decision at the time of your company's creation. Certainly, partnerships can offer a great number of benefits to individuals wanting to collectively move forward with a business venture. Of course, what may start out as a seemingly smoo...

There are many small communities in Florida and elsewhere that have developed long-standing business relationships with certain companies. While changes in ownership could lead a community to feel it necessary to re-evaluate previous arrangements, denying a company business for unjust reasons is ...

When two or more companies in Florida or elsewhere enter into a long-term business arrangement, they may wish to set clear terms concerning how profits will be shared before signing a contract. Should either party attempt to change the terms of such an agreement without informing its partners, co...

For many individuals in Florida and elsewhere, there may come a point in life where a change of employment may be necessary. However, as the levels of competition in certain fields are continually on the rise, the process of leaving a company to work for a competitor might lead to conflict and di...

There are numerous companies that provide customers in Florida and elsewhere with the ability to stream television shows and movies on a variety of devices. Prior to making a title available to consumers, a company might seek to purchase the rights to stream the title exclusively. The popular str...

You published a comprehensive employee handbook, held regular training meetings and drafted a solid customer contract. Nevertheless, you are facing what any business owner dreads: a lawsuit. Whether the person who filed the complaint is a partner, client or employee, you have a lot to deal with a...

In certain fields of work, such as construction, there are a multitude of scenarios in which a project may experience delays in completion. When forming a contract for a new construction project, companies in Florida and elsewhere generally agree to terms on how to handle such delays, as failing ...

Upon accepting an offer for employment, individuals in Florida and elsewhere may be asked to place their signatures on a variety documents before staring their new jobs. Regardless of the nature of the job they apply for, one of these documents could be a noncompete agreement that could prevent t...