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.
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...
Using Devices Like Plaud Note in Florida: What Businesses Need to Know About Eavesdropping Laws – Part I
The rise of AI-powered note-taking devices—such as Plaud Note—has made it easier than ever to capture conversations, transcribe...
Who is the “Prevailing Party” under Florida Law?
In Florida, determining the “prevailing party” for attorney’s fees purposes depends on the specific statute or contract provision...
When Business Deals Go Bad: Common Commercial Contract Disputes in Florida
Running a business in Florida involves countless agreements, from supplier contracts to client services. Ideally, every deal goes...
Southern District of Florida Sanctions Lawyers for Submission of AI Hallucinated Caselaw
In the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida, U.S. Magistrate Judge William Matthewman imposed sanctions...
When Unilateral Attorney’s Fees Become Mutual
Under the so-called “American Rule“, parties to litigation in the United States pay by their own attorney’s fees...
Contract Fundamentals
Thoughtful contract preparation can help the parties to a contract avoid disputes. What is a contract? The elements...
Understanding Different Types of Online Agreements: Browsewrap, Sign-in Wrap, Scrollwrap, and Clickwrap
Companies that provide services through online platforms or mobile applications employ various methods to obtain user consent for...
Florida Attorneys Can Earn CLE Credit for Pro Bono Work
Effective December 30, 2024, Florida attorneys can earn up to five (5) hours of CLE credit for pro...
New Florida Rules of Civil Procedure Effective January 1, 2025
Earlier this year I wrote a blog post titled, “Florida Rule Changes Bring Civil Practice Into Closer Alignment...