Legal Question in Business Law in Florida

Re: Corporate Business Transaction

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Without knowing more facts, it is impossible to discuss whether or not you have liability. If the Plaintiff can show that you were negligent, you may have some liability. Normally, people will sue the deep pocket which is the employer but that does not mean an employee cannot be sued for their actions. Your employer may indemnify you but that is between you and the employer.

You need to speak with the outside counsel that has been hired to determine whether or not you will need your own attorney. The attorney is unable to defend parties with interests that have any possibility of conflict and is ethically bound to let you know.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.

Re: Corporate Business Transaction

You need to get your own lawyer as the LLC's interests might differ from yours as to liability.

Re: Corporate Business Transaction

You would be very unwise to not consult with and possibly retain your own attorney because you are being personally sued!