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Business SOS! Common Legal Mistakes Business Owners Make and How to Avoid Them

Rich Sierra
Mediation
Discovery
Deposition
Florida
Small Business Litigation
Joint Pretrial Stipulation
Commercial Leases
Davie, Florida
Preschool Education
Expert Witness
Partnerships
Trial In Florida Court
Inspirational Mindset
Trial Process
Preschool
Lawsuit
Attorney Fees
The Power Of Asking WHAT
Conversational Coaching
Florida Rules Of Civil Procedure

Are you a business owner interested in knowing what to do in any legal issue that might arise in your company and line of work? Join Florida business lawyer Rich Sierra, Author of Business SOS! to hear all about the most common legal mistakes business owners make and how to avoid them. This is not a “legal show” in the traditional sense; this is a conversation with business owners on the various l... more

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Rich Sierra
Host focused on business law, practical guidance for owners, and negotiation/dispute resolution; frequently presents and drives the discussion.

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 8 ratings
  • Rich Sierra cares about business owners!

    Rich’s podcast is full of important and useful information if you are a small business owner or considering opening a business. A must - listen!

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Q: What happens after you gather information for a case?
I review all documentation, identify gaps, formulate a hypothesis, and then test it against the facts. This scientific rigor helps ensure the opinion is logical and defensible, guiding the attorney's strategy.

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A practical show focused on real-world legal issues faced by small business owners, emphasizing actionable steps to avoid costly mistakes. Episodes cover contract pitfalls, post-judgment processes, lease disputes, mediation, and running compliant, safe operations in Florida. The host often shares checklists, templates, and candid anecdotes from local business cases, and frequently features practitioners and business owners who run or operate small enterprises. Notable strengths include a no-nonsense tone, emphasis on immediate, usable guidance, and frequent encouragement of mediation and written agreements to prevent disputes. The format is approachable for non-lawyers and highly relevant to owners seeking tangible risk-reduction tips and p... more

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