Business Law
How can Foreigners Start a Business in the United States?
Starting a new business in the US can be intimidating, especially for those that are not US residents. However, starting
Eric Gros-Dubois October 21, 2019
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Business Law
What are the Florida Bar Rules on Attorney Referral Fees?
Referral fees from attorney to attorney may be allowed when an attorney passes a case or a client to another attorney. The Florida Rules of Professional Responsibility do not authorize a lawyer to give anything of value to a non-lawyer in return for recommending that attorney’s legal services.
Eric Gros-Dubois October 10, 2019
Real Estate Law
Everything You Should Know About Maryland Security Deposits
There are general landlord/tenant rules that can be modified differently in each state. Below is what you need to know about the laws in Maryland.
Eric Gros-Dubois October 3, 2019
Intellectual Property Law
Why Should I Federally Register My Trademark?
A Federal trademark registration will greatly enhance your rights. U.S. trademark rights are created through the use of your mark in commerce, however these use-based rights are just common law rights and only apply to a specific geographic area.
Eric Gros-Dubois September 27, 2019
Business Litigation
What is Florida’s Uniform Trade Secrets Act?
Florida, among 48 states, has adopted its version of the Uniform Trade Secrets Act known as FUTSA. The purpose of the Act is to ultimately protect one’s intellectual property, ideas and certain types of confidential information.
Eric Gros-Dubois September 18, 2019
Civil Litigation
What are the Penalties for Hiring an Unlicensed Contractor?
Sometimes people opt into hiring unlicensed contractors, which is a very bad idea. Unlicensed contractors may lead a person to pay penalties and possibly even jail time.
Eric Gros-Dubois September 10, 2019
Civil Litigation
What Happens if you Hire an Unlicensed Contractor?
Conducting business as an unlicensed contractor is a crime in Florida. Therefore, as a homeowner you have special civil remedies in regard to the harm that you have endured by hiring an unlicensed contractor.
Eric Gros-Dubois September 4, 2019
Employment Law
Discrimination in the Workplace
Identical to federal statute, Florida law forbids workplace discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Moreover, other types of discrimination that are not particularly immutable, for example, pregnancy, disability, or marital status are also protected classes under both federal and state law.
Eric Gros-Dubois August 26, 2019
Business Law
Can United States Companies Export Goods to Venezuela?
For the most part U.S. companies should be okay when exporting to Venezuela, but there are a few executive orders to be aware of prior to engaging in exportation.
Eric Gros-Dubois August 23, 2019
Estate Planning
How to Avoid Probate
Preparing for what happens after one’s passing can be difficult. Most people do not like thinking of the reality that they are not going to be around one day. However, proper preparation allows you to have a say even after you pass.
Eric Gros-Dubois August 21, 2019
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