In real estate and contract law, charging excessive interest on a loan is not just unfair, it may be unlawful. Transactions that involve usury can result in serious legal consequences, including invalidated contracts and financial penalties. Usury laws are meant to...
Business contracts are meant to keep both parties accountable. However, sometimes, one side fails to deliver. This is known as a breach of contract. When this happens, the other party may be entitled to a remedy. A remedy is a legal response to the breach. It is meant...
Sometimes life doesn’t go according to plan, and when it doesn't, you might find yourself stuck in a contract that no longer makes sense. Whether it’s due to unexpected changes, broken promises or something out of your control, it’s natural to wonder if there's any...
When running a business, challenges are inevitable. However, some threats go beyond the ordinary – such as when a third party intentionally disrupts your business relationships or contracts. Tortious interference can harm your company’s operations, reputation and...
Imagine you’ve just taken out a loan to help you expand your real estate portfolio or cover unexpected expenses like repairs. At first, the monthly payments and interest rate seem manageable. However, after a few months, the interest keeps adding up faster than you...
The internet helps companies more effectively market to their target consumer base. Targeted marketing and advertising options on major search engines and social media platforms can help companies reach their ideal customers in a more cost-effective manner than...
Unpaid invoices are a common challenge for businesses in Florida. Late or missing payments disrupt cash flow and create financial strain. While some clients eventually pay, others may delay indefinitely. Business owners must decide if they want to pursue legal action...
One reason for business litigation is when a company is accused of fraud. A common example of this is known as a bait and switch. Essentially, a bait and switch occurs when products are advertised in a certain way, but the reality is much different. A different...
Fraud targeting consumers is a serious problem, but fraudsters also target numerous businesses, and those businesses don't often notice the warning signals of fraud until it's happened. These scams can be very detrimental to your company's image and finances. Scammers...
Many contract breaches occur when the products or services that were promised are simply not provided. For instance, someone owns a manufacturing center where they buy electronic parts and make consumer products, which they then ship to retail centers. If they order...
