Your business has been going from strength to strength over the last few years. You started out on your own, and gradually recruited some key members of staff to support you. Now, it’s time for the next expansion. You have big plans for the coming years, and a new...
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Can you avoid copyright claims by changing an image or logo?
Maybe you really like the logo used by a specific business. Perhaps you have long operated and marketed your company as part of a franchise and have recently ended your agreement. Despite no longer having a franchise, you want to continue doing business. The idea that...
Key issues to address in a business partnership agreement
Conflicts among partners are almost inevitable due to the ups and downs of doing business. How your business deals with such disagreements may define its success or failure. Therefore, having a well-drafted partnership agreement is necessary for helping resolve any...
Common reasons a landlord may evict a commercial tenant
Commercial real estate law provides basic rights for tenants when it comes to eviction. Additionally, Florida statutes outline the specific procedures for evicting a commercial tenant -- however, no eviction process is really ever easy. That being said, here are some...
What to do when someone infringes on your IP rights
As an intellectual property (IP) holder, you have a responsibility to do your best to defend your rights from potential infringement. First, it's important to understand the different types of IP and any special steps you may want to take to defend your rights. You'll...
Could brand abuse or piracy warrant intellectual property infringement litigation?
When many people think of intellectual property (IP) rights, they often think of patents, copywritten books, movies or music or registered trademarks such as logos for their favorite brands. Few people understand the full breadth of proprietary items or artistic works...
What fees can I expect when starting a franchise?
If you're looking for a new career, a way to earn extra money, or both, you might consider buying a franchise in Florida. Before making this type of decision, it's a good idea to learn about franchise fees. These are fees you must pay to become a franchisee. With that...
What business disputes look like and what to do about them
If you live in Florida and are the founder of a business, you may have at least one co-founder with whom you shared the startup costs. No doubt you also share the profits, benefits and various day-to-day operational responsibilities. Over time, disputes between you...
What expenses could a business interruption insurance policy cover?
Franchise owners in Florida are wise to have a business interruption insurance policy. Examples of negative occurrences that a policy typically covers are fire, lightning, wind, falling objects and theft. You can get business interruption insurance either on its own...
Tips for negotiating your franchise agreement
If you're considering starting a business in the sunny state of Florida, you may want to look into obtaining a franchise. Franchises are businesses that are focused on sustainable replication for business expansion. Before you can open a franchise store, you'll need...
