Confirmation of Arbitration Awards

An arbitrator’s failure to make an award within the time limits set out by Florida’s arbitration code does not automatically require dismissal of a motion to confirm the tardy award. In SEIU Florida Public Services Union, CTW, CLC (“FPSU”), v. City of Boynton Beach, on April 18, 2012, the Fourth District Court of Appeal reversed […]

Florida Fraud and Business Lawyers

Business litigation can be costly and damaging to any business; unless handled properly, the outcome is often business disruption, financial losses, and damaged business relationships. Whether you are facing allegations of fraud or your business has been harmed by the wrongful actions of another business, the future of your business is at stake. This is […]

Investors Should Consult an Attorney before Signing A Release or Settlement Agreements

Investors involved in disputes with their broker/dealer over unsuitable investment recommendations, misrepresentation, or omissions regarding investments, investment fraud, or other disputes often face pressure by their brokerage firms to quickly resolve disputes by signing a release or settlement agreement. Quick resolution is often in the best interest of brokerage firms, who seek to resolve disputes […]

Investment Fraud Alert: PUDA Coal, Inc.

On February 22, 2012, the Securities and Exchange Commission filed charges against two executives of China-based Puda Coal Inc. These executives, Chairman Ming Zhao and former CEO Liping Zhu, are charged with defrauding U.S. investors by leading them to believe they were investing in a Chinese coal company, while they were actually investing in an […]

Florida Trial Lawyers & Securities Attorneys with a Reputation for Excellence

Serving Fort Lauderdale, Miami, the Palm Beaches and beyond The experienced Florida litigation and trial attorneys at Mathews Giberson LLP have frequently appeared on television, the internet and in news publications throughout the United States such as the Miami Herald, Sun-Sentinel, Palm Beach Post, Daily Business Review, ABA Journal and the South Florida Business Journal.