Preserving Crucial Testimony: The Role of Depositions De Bene Esse in Business Fraud and Ponzi Litigation
Discover how de bene esse depositions preserve crucial trial testimony in complex business fraud and Ponzi schemes. Explore their legal origins, federal and state recognition, and real-world case examples from Florida and beyond.
The Strategic Value of Pattern Jury Instructions for New Attorneys
For attorneys early in their careers, mastering the fundamentals of litigation requires understanding not just substantive law, but...
The Strategic Value of a Business Succession Plan
In his book, The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership, leadership expert John C. Maxwell states, “A leader’s lasting...
What to Do When a Customer Files for Bankruptcy
Few things are more frustrating for a business owner than learning that a customer who owes you money...
Why Businesses Should Build Credit Files for Their Customers
Extending credit can help businesses grow, but it also carries risks. Without clear documentation, unpaid invoices and slow...
Beyond the Tour Guide: The True Role of Local Counsel in High-Profile Litigation
Serving as local counsel in a high-profile case can at first seem like a supporting role, but reflection...
🚩Ten Red Flags to Watch for Before Taking on a New Client
In the practice of law, discernment is as critical as advocacy. While many clients present legitimate needs and...
Post 100: A Note on Gratitude
A confluence of events has prompted me to step outside my usual topics and reflect on something more...
Hot Take: The TikTok Ban Is Now Law—And the President Can’t Just Waive It Away
As of today, the much-debated TikTok ban is in full legal effect. The 90-day extension period Congress carved...
Key Strategies Attorneys Should Use for Evidentiary Hearings
Following two recent evidentiary hearings, I was reminded of the significant challenges attorneys face in evidentiary hearings, where...
Using Devices Like Plaud Note in Florida: What Businesses Need to Know About Eavesdropping Laws – Part II
In a recent post I identified how the use of recording devices like Plaud Note may run afoul...
NY Appellate Court Voids Half-Billion-Dollar Fraud Penalty in Trump Case, But Upholds Liability Finding
On August 21, 2025, New York’s Appellate Division, First Department, issued a landmark, split-decision in the civil fraud...