business law

difference between being furloughed and laid off in Florida

What is the difference between being furloughed and laid off in Florida?

By Sean Lopez / May 6, 2020

With the current state of the job situation in the United States due to the coronavirus, many people are no longer working. There are thousands of Americans who are now hearing terms like fired, furloughed and laid off for the first time. What exactly do these terms mean and what rights come along with each…

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Business Interruption Insurance: What is it and does it cover the coronavirus?

By Sean Lopez / April 9, 2020

Business interruption insurance is insurance coverage which is purchased by a company in case of a disaster which prevents that business from operating as it usually would, under ideal conditions. If a company is forced to shut down because of certain perils, this insurance will kick in and cover that company so that they are…

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Everything You Need To Know About Emotional Support Animals

By Sean Lopez / March 26, 2020

It is becoming more and more common in today’s society to see people using animals for emotional support in a formalist, legal manner. It’s honestly a necessary evolution of the law due to the fact that landlords, homeowner’s associations and condominiums become stricter and stricter about the pets that they will allow their tenants –…

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Vicarious Liability in Florida – Employer Liability For Employee Torts

By Sean Lopez / March 26, 2020

If you are a business owner, or an employee of a business, these issues could impact you very differently. Most of us are either on one side of this equation or the other. Regardless of which side you’re on, the concept of vicarious liability is worth understanding. What is Vicarious Liability? Florida law dictates that…

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Starting Your Own Business in Florida

By Sean Lopez / March 26, 2020

Considering starting a business in Florida? If you’re thinking about starting your own business in Florida, it is worth considering your options regarding the legal nature of your business. For instance, if you create your business by yourself, you could have the option to file with the Florida Division of Corporations as a sole proprietorship…

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