The Contract Disputes That Never Happen Most small business owners who believe they’ve been wronged by a vendor, partner or customer never pursue the claim. The reason isn’t that they lack a case. It’s that they can’t afford to find out whether they have one. Hourly rates at big firms price out the very entrepreneurs […]
Starting a business is one of the most exciting decisions you will ever make. It is also one of the most legally complex. Many first-time entrepreneurs dive headfirst into building their brand, finding customers, and launching products, only to discover too late that they skipped some critical legal steps along the way. That is exactly […]
The Business Post: The Legal Inflection Point: Why Growth Changes the Risk Profile of a Business Matthew Fornaro was featured in The Business Post on what he calls the legal inflection point, the moment a growing company has outgrown the informal legal structure that worked when the founder oversaw every decision personally. The piece walks […]
A South Florida business lawyer explains when Florida non disparagement clauses hold up, which federal laws can void them, and how to draft enforceable terms.
In 2025, federal employment discrimination filings surpassed 20,000, marking the highest level of litigation in at least fifteen years. For Florida…
The Law Herald: The Law Behind Better Business Decisions Matthew Fornaro was profiled by The Law Herald in a feature exploring how legal experience can shape better business decisions, not just respond to problems after they happen. The piece traces Fornaro’s path from civil litigation at larger firms, including Shutts & Bowen and Greenspoon Marder, […]
Update your Florida LLC operating agreement after ownership, management, or capital changes to ensure clarity, legal compliance, prevent disputes, and support smooth business transitions.
Can a partner steal clients from your business? Learn how Florida law treats customer theft, noncompetes, trade secrets, and practical next steps now.
Learn how to trademark a business name in Florida with our step-by-step guide. Explore state vs. federal registration, costs, and protection strategies.
Court-focused checklist for Florida proposals for settlement: how the 25% fee-shifting trigger works, the seven Rule 1.442 elements to include, and common…