Aug 14, 2025

Guardians of Wealth: Tackling Trust Disputes in South Florida’s Landscape

Fort Lauderdale’s wealth hub is buzzing in 2025, but with affluence comes conflict. Trust disputes over multi-million-dollar estates are flooding Broward County’s probate courts. Families and businesses face high-stakes battles when trustees mishandle assets or betray duties. These disputes can unravel legacies, making litigation a vital shield. This blog delves into why trust conflicts are […]

Aug 10, 2025

Unveiling Construction Disputes in South Florida: Mastering High-Stakes Litigation in 2025

South Florida’s construction boom is fueling complex disputes in 2025, especially in Fort Lauderdale, where multi-million-dollar projects are at stake. A new law effective July 23, 2025, mandates “prompt processing” for construction permits, while a $7.75 million construction management RFQ announced August 5, 2025, intensifies competition. These changes spark conflicts over contracts, defects, and delays. […]

Aug 01, 2025

New Procedures for Complex Business and Tort Litigation in Broward County: What You Need to Know for 2025

In July 2025, Broward County rolled out new rules to streamline complex civil litigation, impacting businesses and individuals in Fort Lauderdale and beyond. The Administrative Order No. 2025-22-Civ, effective July 22, 2025, sets clear guidelines for managing high-stakes business and tort disputes. These changes align with Florida’s 2025 updates to its Rules of Civil Procedure, […]

Jul 22, 2025

Unpacking Recent SEC Settlements in Florida Real Estate Fraud: Protecting Investors from Multi-Million-Dollar Schemes

In August 2025, the SEC settled a major case involving a $93 million real estate fraud in South Florida. This news grabbed attention across Fort Lauderdale and beyond, highlighting risks for investors. At Conrad & Scherer, our Fort Lauderdale complex litigation attorneys have won historic verdicts, including Broward County’s largest jury trial award. Therefore, we […]

Jul 11, 2025

How to Vet a Trial Lawyer Before Your Business Is Sued

For business owners in Fort Lauderdale and across South Florida, the idea of hiring a trial lawyer often comes too late—after a lawsuit has already been filed. But waiting until you’re under pressure in court to vet legal counsel is one of the most costly mistakes a business can make. At Conrad & Scherer, we’ve […]

Jul 11, 2025

The Hidden Costs of Delaying Legal Action in Business Disputes

In the world of business, timing isn’t just important—it can be everything, especially when it comes to legal disputes. Many Florida business owners delay taking legal action when issues first arise, hoping conflicts will resolve informally or quietly fade away. But waiting too long can create irreversible problems and cost your company far more than […]