Lawsomesauce

⭐ Special guest litigator Charles Garabedian of Mark Migdal & Hayden Welcome back to the Lawsomesauce Podcast! In this episode of Lawsome Sauce, PJ and Harper explore Sunbelt Rentals v. Cox, a case where a non-solicitation clause aimed at protecting a company’s workforce backfired in court. When a former employee allegedly tried to recruit his old colleagues, Sunbelt Rentals sued—but their contract was so broad, covering thousands of employees across multiple states, that the court threw the case out. Special guest Charles Garabedian joins to explain why non-solicitation agreements must be narrowly written, how Florida courts view restrictive covenants, and what businesses (and employees) need to know before relying on these clauses to protect talent. For update on how the case is playing out visit Charles Garabedian on Linkedin 

⭐  Special guest : Grok 3, xAI Training data isn’t free—and now the courts agree. In this episode of Lawsomesauce, hosts PJ and Harper are joined by special guest Grok 3, an AI developed by xAI, to break down one of the most pivotal legal cases in the battle over AI training data: Thomson Reuters v. Ross Intelligence. The case centers on whether Ross Intelligence infringed copyrights by using Westlaw’s headnotes—editorial summaries owned by Thomson Reuters—to train a legal AI tool. With the court rejecting Ross’s fair use defense, the decision sends a powerful message to developers: training AI on copyrighted material is not risk-free.

⭐ Special guest litigator Maia Aron of Mark Migdal & Hayden Welcome back to the Lawsome Sauce Podcast! In this episode, PJ and Harper explore what happens when family meets finance—and the stakes involve a luxury hotel in postwar Miami. The case in question is McAllister Hotel v. Schatzberg, a landmark 1949 decision in which the Florida Supreme Court reaffirmed the limits of receivership. Join us as we unpack a corporate power struggle, delve into the doctrine of “unclean hands,” and consider when courts should—and shouldn’t—step in. With insights from Maia Aron, the case at the center of the episode set a powerful precedent that still echoes through modern business litigation today.

⭐ Invitada especial: la abogada Charles Garabedian of Mark Migdal & Hayden ¿Qué pasa cuando un grupo de empleados decide comenzar de nuevo... y su antigua empresa les dice “no tan rápido”? En este episodio de Lawsome Sauce, exploramos el caso Day contra Hydrologic Distribution Company, una batalla legal por acuerdos de no competencia, secretos empresariales y la delgada línea entre la libertad profesional y la protección corporativa. Con la participación especial de Charles Garabedian de Mark, Migdal & Hayden, analizamos cómo la ley de Florida aborda los convenios restrictivos y qué nos enseña este caso sobre la importancia de la evidencia.

⭐ Invitada especial: la abogada Etan Mark of Mark Migdal & Hayden En este episodio del podcast Lawsome Sauce, exploramos un caso fascinante que conecta el arte icónico con complejas disputas legales. Michael McKenzie, editor de arte y colaborador del legendario Robert Indiana, demanda a Artists Rights Society y Morgan Art Foundation por apropiación indebida del copyright de la famosa escultura LOVE. Acompáñanos mientras analizamos las reclamaciones bajo la Ley Lanham, las acusaciones de crimen organizado bajo RICO y el concepto de causalidad próxima que resultó clave para la decisión judicial. Nuestro invitado especial, el abogado Etan Mark de Mark Migdal & Hayden, ofrece una visión experta sobre por qué los casos RICO rara vez prosperan en los tribunales. Una historia de derechos, licencias y cómo el arte se convierte en campo de batalla legal.   Esta traducción fue generada con apoyo de IA (ElevenLabs).

⭐ Special guest litigator Yaniv Adar of Mark Migdal & Hayden In this episode of Lawsome Sauce, we take a dip into Allied Universal Corp. v. Given, a case that swirls around non-compete agreements, trade secrets, and what happens when a  chemicals exec jumps ship to a direct competitor. The trial court said Allied didn’t prove irreparable harm—but the appellate court dove deeper and reversed course. PJ and Harper explore how Florida law (Section 542.335, for those keeping score) presumes harm in these cases, and Yaniv explains what it means for employers, employees, and anyone treading water in the murky depths of post-employment restrictions.

📢 Lawsome Sauce en Español is coming soon! This episode is a preview of our Spanish-language podcast, where we bring the same sharp legal insights—now in Spanish, with Spanish speaking hosts, Tomás and Luna! If you're bilingual or know someone who might enjoy it, stay tuned for the official launch! Español: 📢 📢 ¡Lawsome Sauce en Español llega pronto! Este episodio es un adelanto de nuestro podcast en español, donde ofrecemos el mismo análisis legal incisivo—ahora en español, con nuestros anfitriones hispanohablantes, Tomás y Luna. Si eres bilingüe o conoces a alguien que pueda disfrutarlo, ¡estate atento a nuestro lanzamiento oficial! ⭐ Invitada especial: la abogada Ashley Saul de Mark Migdal & Hayden En este episodio de Lawsome Sauce, Tomás y Luna exploran las recientes reformas al procedimiento civil en Florida, vigentes desde el 1 de enero de 2025, que buscan transformar la manera en que se presentan, litigan y resuelven los casos en Florida. Los cambios afectan los plazos de descubrimiento, las reglas para testigos expertos y los estándares de fallo sumario, con el objetivo de agilizar los litigios y reducir la acumulación de casos en los tribunales. Pero, ¿qué significan realmente estas reformas para los abogados y clientes que navegan el sistema judicial de Florida? Nuestra invitada especial, Ashley Saul, se une a la conversación para desglosar los cambios clave que más impactarán su práctica. Ya seas abogado litigante, parte en un litigio, asesor interno o simplemente tengas curiosidad sobre el futuro del sistema legal en Florida, este episodio es ¡lawsome! 😊

⭐ Special guest litigator Etan Mark of Mark Migdal & Hayden PJ and Harper dive back into the RICO rabbit hole with our favorite RICO Nerd, Etan Mark—because who loves a racketeering twist more than him? Fresh off his last visit (our launch episode), Etan’s back to unpack the Hartman v. Sells case, where Continuity ruled and the damages soared 3x high!

⭐ Special guest litigator Charles Garabedian of Mark Migdal & Hayden In this episode of The Lawsome Sauce Podcast, PJ and Harper examine Day v. Hydrologic Distribution Company, a case that underscores the power of Florida's non-compete agreements and the legal battles that arise when employees leave to join a competitor.

⭐ Special guest litigator Ashley Saul of Mark Migdal & Hayden In this episode of Lawsome Sauce, PJ and Harper dive into Florida’s recent civil procedure reforms, active from January 1, 2025, which aim to transform how lawsuits are filed, litigated, and resolved in the Sunshine State. The changes impact discovery timelines, expert witness rules, and summary judgment standards, aiming to streamline litigation and reduce court backlogs. But what do these reforms mean for lawyers and clients navigating Florida’s courts? Special guest Ashley Saul joins the discussion to break down the key changes that will affect her practice the most. Whether you’re a litigator, litigant, in-house counsel, or just curious about the future of Florida’s legal system, this episode is lawsome. :-) 

⭐ Special guest litigator Etan Mark of Mark Migdal & Hayden In our debut episode, hosts PJ and Harper tackle a case centered on the iconic LOVE sculpture—an intellectual property dispute that raises big questions about public art and ownership. Joining the discussion is Etan Mark, founding partner of Mark Migdal & Hayden and a RICO enthusiast, bringing sharp insights to this Valentine’s Day weekend special. What happens when love meets RICO? Tune in to find out.   Subscribe to Lawsome Sauce on substack for transcripts, previews and guest profiles.  

Hear this episode in full on Sunday February 16th.