These days, online reviews can have a tremendous impact on a business. If the ratings and reviews are positive, it is more likely that new customers or clients will utilize those businesses. Of course, the opposite is true when an influx of negative reviews lower ratings. It was recently reported that business litigation has begun over the use of online reviews to defame businesses.
McDonald's facing business litigation over alleged discrimination
Most major companies are no stranger to lawsuits. Still, the fact that they have faced them before and will likely face them again does not make them any easier to handle. In any case, a company could suffer because of the claims of others, and business litigation can be time consuming, costly and difficult to handle for any type of claim.
Ring, Amazon facing business litigation over security systems
When something with a product goes wrong or unexpectedly, many consumers blame the company. Unfortunately, if a number of incidents occur in which a product does not act as consumers believed it would, business litigation could ensue. In some cases, companies may need to defend against the allegations made against them and their products.
LuLaRoe files countersuit as business litigation continues
Though multiple Florida businesses may work together in various ways, those business relationships may not always go smoothly. A company may work with a supplier in order to manufacture their goods, but disputes over payment could lead to problems. In fact, business litigation over such matters commonly results.
Business litigation over trademark infringement involves Target
Starting a small business is not an easy task. It can take years of planning and struggles to get to a point where a business can stand on its own. As a result, when a larger company infringes on a trademark or other intellectual property, the smaller business may worry about being squashed. However, business litigation may help address the matter.
Taco Bell facing business litigation over false advertising claim
Any company can end up facing complaints from customers. In some cases, the complaints may come in the form of harshly-worded reviews left online, and that is where they end. In other cases, some individuals could bring about lawsuits to have their grievances addressed through business litigation.
Business litigation not uncommon for small companies
Though many Florida residents may think only of the positive potentials of starting their own small businesses, it is not unusual for difficulties to strike. Some issues could arise early and be handled relatively easily, and in other cases, more serious problems could come later on. For instance, business litigation is an ordeal that many small businesses face.
Walmart, Tesla involved in business litigation over solar panels
When issues arise, it is common for Florida businesses and those elsewhere to feel that taking legal action is the best approach. Lawsuits can often help address serious problems for which a company may need to seek damages. Though legal claims can be avoided in some cases when parties work out issues among themselves, some problems are not so easily handled, and business litigation is needed.
Company owners may want to prepare for business litigation
Starting or growing a business involves many steps. In many cases, Florida business owners will reach out to others in efforts to build relationships and further their operation. Of course, with any company comes the risk of facing business litigation, so it is wise for owners to do their best to prepare for such outcomes.
Bakery wins business litigation regarding defamation
Running any type of business can come with its challenges. Unfortunately, some situations can become even more difficult to handle when outside parties attempt to interfere with how a company operates. In some cases, a business's reputation could be put in jeopardy due to rumors, and it may take business litigation to rectify the situation.
