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Collecting What You’re Owed: How Contracts Are Enforced in Florida
When a business fulfills its contractual obligations—delivering goods, completing services, or meeting deadlines—payment is rightfully expected. Yet, for many in South Florida, nonpayment remains a constant issue. A client delays, a partner evades, or a vendor fails to settle up, leaving your business shortchanged. What recourse exists when a contract is breached? This article outlines…
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My Business Has Been Sued. Now What?
Imagine this. You’ve been pouring your time, energy, and financial resources into building your small business. Now, your business has been sued. What should you do? Facing a lawsuit can be daunting, but with the right steps, you can navigate this challenging situation effectively. Here’s three things you should do if your business has been…
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Chevron Deference is Dead. Long Live Judicial Independence in Statutory Interpretation
The U.S. Supreme Court overruled Chevron U.S.A. Inc. v. Natural Resources Defense Council, Inc., a landmark case that established the principle of judicial deference to agency interpretations of ambiguous statutes. Under Chevron, courts deferred to agency interpretations as long as they were reasonable, even if the courts would have interpreted the statute differently. In Loper Bright Enterprises v….
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David DaPonte Recognized in 2024 Super Lawyers List
Managing Partner David DaPonte was recently recognized in the 2024 Super Lawyers List as a Rising Star in the Area of Commercial Litigation in Florida. No more than 2.5% of attorneys in Florida are recognized as Rising Stars.
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Defining Negligence
What is negligence? I sometimes encounter clients who are unsure about the meaning of the term “negligence.” Negligence is the failure to exercise the level of care that a reasonably prudent person would in similar circumstances. It forms the foundation of many personal injury cases. Negligence involves four key elements: 1. Duty of Care: The…
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Protect Your Business: Why Data Security is Essential for Small Businesses
Lately we’ve been hearing a lot about the devastating consequences of data breaches on all types of businesses. In today’s digital age, data security is not just a concern for large corporations—it’s a priority for businesses of all sizes. Small businesses often underestimate the risks associated with data breaches, assuming they’re not a target. However,…
