Unfair business practices and underhanded tactics disrupt fair competition in an open market and cause significant financial harm. Economic torts are a legal category that addresses these harmful actions, providing remedies for businesses and individuals who have suffered losses due to unlawful interference or fraudulent conduct. Here’s what you need to know.
The Florida Deceptive and Unfair Trade Practices Act (FDUTPA) is a consumer-protection statute designed to "protect the consuming public and legitimate business enterprises from those who engage in unfair methods of competition, or unconscionable, deceptive, or unfair...
When you hear the word conspiracy, you may think of clandestine plots or secret schemes. However, there exists a legal concept known as civil conspiracy, which holds particular relevance for businesses in Florida. Civil conspiracy involves two or more individuals or...
Imagine the countless hours and relentless dedication you, as a Florida business owner, have poured into growing your business, investing not only significant time but also substantial financial resources and unwavering effort. Your commitment has borne fruit,...
As a business owner in Florida, protecting your business assets is absolutely crucial. While theft typically leads to charges, there are situations where the loss of property access may not be considered civil theft but rather falls under the category of conversion....
In the cutthroat business world of today, companies face multiple challenges. Not only must they navigate fierce competition, but they must also fend off the constant threat of cybercriminals who seek to compromise their sensitive information. There is the...
What Does That Mean For Employers Now? In June 2021, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a 6-3 decision authored by the Court’s newest member, Justice Amy Barrett, in a case involving the coverage of the federal Computer Fraud and Abuse Act (the “CFAA”). See Van Buren v....
Trade secret misappropriation is a critical threat to business owners. A business’ trade secrets are what give it a competitive advantage among its competitors. It is confidential information that a business derives an economic commercial benefit from. Trade secrets...
When most people hear about fraud, they tend to think about fraud against the average person, like identity theft or wire fraud. Fraud against a business may not enter into their minds. As a business owner, you know better. Your business deals with a range of...
When companies take competition too far, they can cross legal lines and cause serious trouble for other businesses. That's when the concept of “tortious interference” often comes in. One party may be guilty of tortious conduct when they interfere with another party's...
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