Brandon Legal Group - Blog
Business Purchase
Have you found an opportunity to buy a business? If so, there are many different matters you need to consider from a legal perspective. Buying a business can be a complicated process. You need a lot of experience and knowledge of the law on local and federal terms. If you are thinking of buying a […]
Business Litigation
Whether you are a small or large company, there is always a threat of business litigation in our overly litigious society. Even when you plan and prepare for any potential problems, there is a regular need to pursue or defend yourself in litigation cases. We strongly believe in creating solid contracts up front, as opposed […]
Potential Pitfalls of a Non-Compete Agreement
Non-compete contracts are becoming increasingly common in Florida and across the USA. The Wall Street Journal discovered a 60% rise in recent years of lawsuits filed against those breaking non-competes. It’s clear that the issue is rising quickly. Used correctly, it gives the employer exclusive access to the staff’s expertise. Used incorrectly, it can strangle […]
Understanding Tax Implications For Florida LLCs
There’s no denying that Florida is a great place to live. It’s one of the most popular states in the US. Plus, it provides an attractive place to work too! More entrepreneurs are setting up LLCs in Florida each year. If that’s something you will soon be doing too some congratulations are in order. You […]
New Florida Privacy Laws May Impact Drone Operators
New laws in Florida will stop freedom in the sky at least for drone users. Drones were introduced to the general public a couple of years ago. Since then, they’ve been used for a whole range of activities. Police forces have used drones to keep track of criminals. Drone enthusiasts have used them to catch […]
Hurricane Season Home Insurance Checkup
Hurricane Season Home Insurance Checkup Hurricane season is on its way, and it will soon be time to start batten down the hatches. If you’ve been a Florida resident for a long time, you’re sure to be used to the challenges of the season. If you’re new to the state, you might not feel quite […]
Criminal Matters: Expert Testimony
Expert Testimony Criminal Trial Expert testimony is frequently used by both the prosecution and the defense in criminal matters. Whether such testimony will be allowed is important because experts are generally permitted to testify in the form of an opinion. However,...
A Trip up the Appellate Court Ladder
When Can They Take My Blood? (DUI Stop)
DUI Blood Draw in Florida If a COP expects that I am impaired, can they take my blood? When most people think of getting arrested for driving under the influence , they think of field sobriety exercises and blowing into a machine to determine your Breath Alcohol...
Circumstantial Evidence – When is it admissible?
The Case is Circumstantial, Shouldn’t It Get Dismissed? In order to answer the questions posed, it is first necessary to define what is and is not circumstantial evidence . Circumstantial evidence is evidence that relies on an inference to connect it to a conclusion of...