June 2020

Transactional

How do I Sell or Transfer my Corporate Shares in Florida?

Can a Minority Shareholder Resign His Shares in a Private Corporation? If you’re a minority shareholder of a private corporation

Eric Gros-Dubois June 12, 2020

Contract

What is a California Release in Florida?

Under California law, a “general release” of claims releases the parties from all mutual obligations and all known claims. The language of § 1542 notably states that a general release does not extend to unknown or suspected claims. This means that if one party violated an agreement, but the other party does not find out about the violation until after the agreement has been dissolved, the injured party can still bring a claim and file a lawsuit.

Eric Gros-Dubois June 9, 2020

Family Law

Can I Force my Ex-Spouse to Change Their name?

A divorce is a trying experience in and of itself—an ex-spouse keeping your last name can add another emotional dimension. Unfortunately, it is very difficult to legally change someone else’s name.

Eric Gros-Dubois June 9, 2020

EPGD Business Law

What Kind of Licenses do you need to Sell Jewelry in Miami?

Do you have to have a license to sell jewelry in Florida? To sell jewelry from home in Miami, you

Eric Gros-Dubois June 8, 2020

Franchise Law

What to Negotiate when Purchasing a Franchise?

It is important to understand that a franchise agreement is typically drafted in favor of the franchisor. That is because the franchisee will be granted the rights to use the franchisor’s name, brand, intellectual property, confidential information, services and products, such as, for example, custom recipes, manuals, services and products, system information, production knowhow, and/or other trade secrets of the franchisor.

Eric Gros-Dubois June 8, 2020

Family Law

Can my Ex-Spouse Reimburse me for Attorney fees?

Upon pursuing a divorce, it is common to wonder if your ex-spouse can reimburse you for your attorney fees and other significant costs incurred throughout the process. Luckily, an answer can be found in statutes and case law.

Eric Gros-Dubois June 5, 2020

Contract

What is a Buy-Sell Agreement?

A buy-sell agreement, buy-out agreement or a business prenup, is typically a contract that specifies how a partner’s share of an enterprise will be reassigned if he or she happens to pass away or dispense themselves from the company. Buy-sell agreements are commonly used for closed corporations and partnerships but may be used for other types of companies as well.

Eric Gros-Dubois June 5, 2020

Employment Law

When can my Unemployment Claim be Denied?

In Florida, to obtain reemployment assistance benefits, an individual must file a claim with the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity. Once the claim is filed, the claim undergoes an adjudication process where the claim is reviewed for potential issues which may disqualify an individual from receiving reemployment benefits such as: reason for termination, individual’s availability, and individual’s ability to work.

Eric Gros-Dubois June 4, 2020

Franchise Law

What are the Minimum Performance Requirements in Franchise Agreements?

A minimum performance requirement is typically a provision in a franchise agreement that creates a certain minimum standard of performance that is necessary for a Franchisee to maintain in order not to be in default on the franchise agreement. Every franchise agreement will impose different standards on their franchise locations – some covering more areas of the franchise’s operations and some covering less.

Eric Gros-Dubois June 4, 2020

Business Law

Las Pequeñas Empresas Comerciales y de las Minorías en el Condado de Miami Dade (Parte 2)

No mucha gente lo sabe, pero es importante saber que una vez que un negocio o persona desfavoreada haya participado en el programa, ni el negocio ni esa persona volverán a ser elegibles. El SBA rechazará automáticamente esas aplicaciones. Por lo tanto, una empresa puede participar sólo una vez. No importa si la propiedad y el control han cambiado por completo; la empresa será rechazada si se aplica de nuevo.

Oscar Gomez June 4, 2020