When a particular product is popular in Florida, or elsewhere in the country, other manufacturers may try to copy it in an attempt to capitalize on another's success. If the copy is too close, however, it can result in an intellectual property dispute. Such a dispute...
Know the basics of C corporations
When Florida residents start a business, one decision they need to make is what kind of business they will form. Some people may be drawn to the benefits of C corporations and it is important for them to understand the details of this legal structure. There are many...
What are the signs of a friendly merger?
When one company buys another company in Florida, it sometimes is hostile. These are the mergers we so often hear about because they often involve litigation and drama that piques people's interest. However, many times when two companies become one, it is an amicable...
Rates of sexual harassment against men on the rise
While sexual harassment is generally thought of as a man harassing a woman, the roles may be reversed. Men are victims of sexual harassment as well. According to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, incidents of men being harassed by women in the workplace are...
Do you need to register your trademark?
When starting up a new business, you may have designed a logo, slogan or catch-phrase that designates your business and makes it unique from other businesses. While you are not required to register your trademark with the United States Patent and Trademark Office,...