Roger Slade

Roger Slade

April 08, 2024 | Daily Business Review

10 Things to Consider When Drafting Law Firm Partnership Agreements

A well-drafted partnership agreement among law firm partners is often the initial step to long-term success.

By Harold Lewis and Roger Slade

5 minute read

April 22, 2022 | Daily Business Review

Calling for an End to the 24/7, 365 Lawyer 

If we do not receive that order on Sunday night or read that email in the middle of the night, the likelihood is that no one is going to die. Let's reduce stress and improve the quality of our lives.

By David B. Haber and Roger Slade

6 minute read

May 12, 2020 | Daily Business Review

The Florida Bar Is Taking a Hard Look at Lawyers' Social Media Content

Now, social media is all the rage with law firms jockeying for position on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. Some practitioners get straight to the point with direct advertising while others try the more subtle approach of a blog post or other informational release such as a scholarly article or legal update.

By Patricia Beitler and Roger Slade

4 minute read

April 08, 2020 | Daily Business Review

Adapting the Justice System to the New Coronavirus Normal

For those of us who regularly practice in the Florida courts, it is both somewhat unrealistic and unnecessary for absolutely everything to grind to a screeching halt for an unknown and likely substantial period of time.

By Roger Slade and Jacob Epstein

5 minute read

March 11, 2019 | Daily Business Review

The Future of Confessions of Judgment in Florida and Beyond

To the average Floridian, the term “confession of judgment” is likely to be unfamiliar. One reason for this may be because the use of confessions of judgment, by lenders, is prohibited by Florida statute.

By Roger Slade

5 minute read

September 18, 2018 | Daily Business Review

Court Ruling Complicates Condominium Member Lawsuits

A recent decision from an appellate court in Tallahassee will likely create significant hurdles for condominium unit owners who wish to sue their association and its directors for wrongdoing that affects the entire membership.

By Roger Slade and Jonathan Goldstein

5 minute read

May 30, 2017 | Daily Business Review

The Basics of Claiming and Proving Damages for Lost Profits

Damages for lost profits are a common tool in business litigation, used by litigants to increase a defendant's potential exposure, particularly in cases in which the plaintiff's provable, out-of-pocket expenses may be limited. Damages for lost profits can be awarded to established businesses with a track record of profits, and also even in cases involving businesses without a proven history of profits, write Roger Slade and Rebecca Newman Casamayor.

By Commentary by Roger Slade and Rebecca Newman Casamayor

7 minute read

March 02, 2012 | Daily Business Review

Board of Contributors: Deposition subjects can only take Fifth when necessary

Attorney Roger Slade asks, Can a deponent avoid answering questions at a deposition in aid of execution where there is a criminal matter pending? The answer depends upon the type of testimony sought, the nature of the criminal matter which is pending and the likelihood that questioning will lead the witness to further implicate himself.

By Commentary by Roger Slade

4 minute read