Category Archives: Business Disputes
Shareholder Disputes: Understanding the Litigation Process and Its Alternatives
Shareholder disputes can involve a wide range of issues and competing interests. They can also proceed in a variety of different ways. As a result, when these disputes arise, informed decision-making is critical, and all shareholders involved need to ensure that they are taking appropriate steps with their long-term best interests in mind. Engaging… Read More »
What NOT To Do if Your Business Has a Breach of Contract Claim in Florida
In a recent article, we discussed seven steps to take if your business has (or may have) a breach of contract claim in Florida. We covered important steps such as making sure the failure at issue truly constitutes a breach of contract, as well as determining whether the dispute is subject to mandatory mediation… Read More »
Remedies in Florida Partnership Disputes
Last month, we discussed some key considerations for resolving partnership disputes through mediation or arbitration. In that article, we covered some of the benefits and limitations of each of these forms of alternative dispute resolution (ADR), and we also covered some circumstances in which ADR may not be the best option for resolving a… Read More »
Resolving a Partnership Dispute Through Mediation or Arbitration
When business partners reach an impasse, it will often (though not always) be in everyone’s best interests to find a way to come to terms. Not only will this help to minimize the costs of dispute resolution, but, in many cases, it will also help to maximize the chances of the partnership remaining viable… Read More »
What Terms Should Be Included in a Settlement Agreement?
Many business contract disputes are resolved via settlement. Settling a dispute avoids the costs and inherent uncertainty of litigation, and it allows both parties to get back to business as usual. While most settlements involve one party paying the other, the amount of the settlement is just one of several key terms. All of… Read More »
Financial Disputes Among Business Partners: Common Issues and Possible Means of Resolution
Financial disputes among business partners are not uncommon. Whether arising during the entity formation process, in the course of a business’ operations, or when one or more partners exit the business, these disputes can disrupt the partners’ business plans, threaten long-standing relationships, and have negative outcomes for clients and customers. When financial disputes arise,… Read More »