Businesses

Texas Takes the Lead in Data Privacy: New Legislation Mirrors GDPR, Empowering Residents and Businesses Alike

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Austin, Texas — Texas has officially joined the ranks of states with data privacy regulations, enacting the Texas Data Privacy and Security Act (TDPSA) as of July 1. This new legislation reflects a growing recognition of the importance of consumer privacy, especially in the absence of comprehensive federal laws. The TDPSA aligns closely with the European Union’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), which is widely regarded as a benchmark for privacy protections globally. While Texas is not the first state to implement such measures—California pioneered this movement with its California Consumer Privacy Act—this new law … Read more

Minneapolis Judge Rejects $30 Million Lawsuit from Businesses Claiming Fallout from George Floyd’s Murder

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Minneapolis, Minnesota — A judge has dismissed a $30 million lawsuit against the city brought forth by several businesses situated at the location where George Floyd was murdered by a police officer in 2020. The lawsuit concerned businesses around 38th Street and Chicago Avenue, now referred to as George Floyd Square. The plaintiffs, including the owners of Cup Foods and four additional nearby businesses, claimed that the city’s failure to manage crime and deterioration in the neighborhood severely impacted their operations. They argued this negligence amounted to an unlawful taking of their property without just … Read more

Florida Governs Squatting: New Laws Shield Businesses from Unauthorized Occupants

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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has signed two significant laws aimed at providing commercial property owners with enhanced protection against squatters. These legislative measures are part of the state’s broader strategy to tackle unauthorized occupancy and bolster private property rights. The new laws extend protections that were previously afforded to homeowners last year, now applying to businesses such as hotels, motels, restaurants, and retail establishments. Supporters of the legislation believe that these changes will be a crucial benefit for the hospitality sector. “This is a significant victory for the hotel and hospitality industries,” … Read more

Senator Dahms Champions Bipartisan Revisions to Minnesota’s Earned Sick and Safe Time Law, Easing Burdens on Small Businesses

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REDWOOD FALLS, Minn. — A bipartisan coalition of lawmakers has advanced modifications to Minnesota’s Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST) law, addressing concerns from small business owners and farmers. The legislation, known as Senate File 2300, was spearheaded by Senator Gary Dahms, a Republican from Redwood Falls, in response to challenges posed by the original law enacted by the Democratic majority in 2023. Initially, Minnesota’s ESST law mandated that all businesses, regardless of size, provide paid sick leave, with penalties of up to $10,000 for noncompliance. Although designed to benefit workers, the law has raised … Read more