Florida requires that you have “a legitimate business interest in order to enforce a non-compete.” That’s what’s protectable. Trade secrets, other types of formulas, techniques, reasonable confidential information that doesn’t qualify as a trade secret, other significant relationships with customers and patients and even goodwill. Those are things which constitute a legitimate business interest. You Learn More “What’s a Legitimate Business Interest?”

Non-compete agreements are designed to address situations where a worker may be employed in the future for a competitor, or to avoid someone starting a competing business, or to block the improper solicitation of clients. And it’s also to protect business data of the employer, among other things. Florida enforces non-compete agreements and actually has Learn More “What are Non-Compete Clauses and How Do They Work?”

I am asked all the time about how to best prepare for a deposition. Let me give you some thoughts. Read and understand the operative documents. Maybe it’s a complaint or a petition that you’ll be asked about or how you answered that complaint or petition. Maybe you’re a witness to something. Know exactly why Learn More “Top 4 Things to Avoid Being Embarrassed in a Deposition”

First, remember that every single term of a contract is negotiable. Don’t listen to any idiot who tells you it’s a standard real estate contract, you can’t negotiate. When, I mean every single term I mean, every single term is negotiable, and you can add or delete anything you want. If the contract says you Learn More “3 Things You Must Know Before Signing a Real Estate Contract”

Let’s say you need to file a lawsuit, or defend against someone suing you. What kind of lawyer do you want? What kind of experience does that lawyer have to have? If you’re smart, you’ll ask that lawyer how well do they know their craft. Had they actually tried cases? Do they actually have published Learn More “Experience Matters When Hiring a Lawyer”

I am often asked about the difference between a corporation and an LLC. An LLC is formed by one or more owners filing articles of organization with the state. By contrast, a corporation becomes incorporated after filing the organizational documents, appointing a board of directors creating bylaws, and then distributing company stock. The owners of Learn More “Know the Difference Between a Corporation and an LLC”

Everybody asks me what’s the best way to be prepared for testimony at trial? First, who am I testifying for and what am I testifying about? The person asking the questions should be giving you the questions ahead of time so you understand. Make sure you receive all the documents or information that you’re going Learn More “Top 4 Secrets to a Great Testimony at Trial”

“Hey Brian, the insurance company called me on the phone and offered to settle my case. What should I do?” Never settle a case over the phone with an insurance company. It’s super important that you get advice from an experienced personal injury attorney who can help you with this settlement process. Remember, you only Learn More “Their Insurance Offered to Settle. What Should I Do?”

Here’s four ways that compensation agreements can help you. First, make the terms and requirements of the agreement clear in writing, and avoid claims that there’s any oral representations or separate written agreements to the contrary. Second, allow to clearly define the job and project duties, compensation, and allow restrictive covenants that affect when an Learn More “Top 4 Ways Compensation Agreements Protect You”

“Brian, should I stay off social media when I have a personal injury case?” My answer to that is yes. You should avoid social media, especially if it has to do with the injuries you sustained and your accident or case. Remember, once you put it out there, you can’t bring it back. But if Learn More “Should I Stay Off of Social Media After My Accident?”