
Deadlock Amongst Shareholders…..Now What?
When a small group of shareholders owning an equal percentage of a company’s stock cannot agree upon the future direction or operatio...

Have You Personally Guaranteed Your Business’ Debts?
Many business owners or officers are required to sign contracts for goods, services, or other necessary utilities for the operation of ...

“Embracing the value, legacy of Junior Achievement”
"It is undeniable that our youth must develop an understanding of financial and business principles in order to be successful in life,"...

The De Facto Partnership and Potential Consequences
Perhaps you and a trusted colleague have finally decided to act on your long awaited dreams to manufacture and sell a new revolutionary...

Price vs. Value: Keys to Valuing Any Transaction
In every transaction involving the sale and purchase of an asset, an agreed upon price is typically the key component in reaching a dea...

President Obama Signs Defend Trade Secrets Act of 2016 and White House Takes Aim at Noncompete Agreements
On May 11, 2016, President Obama signed into law the Defend Trade Secrets Act of 2016 (“DTSA”) creating a new cause of action that ...

Florida Supreme Court Decision in Castellanos Workers’ Compensation Case
Florida Supreme Court Rules Section 440.34, Florida Workers' Compensation Statute is unconstitutional both the Florida and the United ...

Fair Housing Bulletin Impacting Community Associations Sale and Lease Approvals
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development ("HUD") recently issued a memorandum titled: "Office of General Counsel Guidan...

Christina Harris Schwinn Speaks about Women’s Legacy Fund Focused on Initiatives, not Charity
We all need help from another at some point in our lives. Ask yourself how many times someone was there to help you along the way or li...