How We (Still) Defend Bogus Non-Compete Cases
At this point in my career, I have defended between 150 and 200 non-compete cases. And I probably have more noteworthy published court decisions in
Category: Florida Non-Compete Agreements
Federal Courts Cannot Presume Irreparable Harm (Even in Florida Non-Compete Cases)
Florida Statute 542.335 applies to the enforcement of non-compete agreements in Florida. In relevant part, that statute provides that a court shall presume irreparable harm
How I Spent the Past Decade Changing Florida Non-Compete Law
I am a frequent critic of the American legal system and the litigation process. I regard that system and process as largely dysfunctional. For the
In Defense of the Traditional Retainer for Complex Litigation Counsel
This essay argues the value proposition of the traditional law firm retainer, particularly for complex litigation that requires sophisticated counsel. When we hear the word
Responding to Non-Compete Cease & Desist Letters (Strategies and Options)
Over the past decade, I have represented literally hundreds of clients in non-compete matters. I have seen more than 1,000 non-compete cease and desist letters.
Covid-19 Has Resulted in a Tsunami of Frivolous Non-Compete & Trade Secret Lawsuits
Approximately three months ago, when the coronavirus first became an economic crisis, I made the following prediction: That companies would be less inclined to file
Defending Against Preliminary Injunctions: Strategic Considerations
Today’s podcast discussion from Florida competition lawyer Jonathan Pollard: Defending against preliminary injunctions in non-compete, trade secret, trademark, and unfair competition cases. This one is
FLSA Claims, Mootness, & Fee Exposure (A Cautionary Tale)
Today’s post touches upon an important procedural aspect of Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”) case law. This is a good read for my colleagues who
What I’ve Learned in 7 Years of Defending Poor People Against Bogus Non-Compete Agreements
In a few months, I’ll hit the 7-year mark of having my own law firm. During that time, I’ve done one thing more than anything
Pollard PLLC Suing Critical Intervention Services for Wage Theft
In the latest chapter of the Firm’s long running crusade against corporate abuse of working class Americans, Pollard PLLC is suing the Florida-based private security
