[FL] Can I pursue legal action against my vice president who sold my business leads to competitors?

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Based on your situation, there are several legal arguments and considerations in Florida that could potentially support your case:

Fraud: In Florida, fraud involves a false representation of a material fact, knowledge that the representation is false, intent to induce another to act on the representation, and resulting injury. If your vice president knowingly sold your leads to other contractors for personal gain, this could constitute fraud. (Florida Statutes § 817.034)

Breach of Fiduciary Duty: As a vice president, she likely owed you a fiduciary duty, which includes acting in your best interest. Selling your leads to competitors could be seen as a breach of this duty. (FL Stat § 607.0841)

Misappropriation of Business Opportunities: This occurs when someone takes advantage of a business opportunity that belongs to their employer for personal gain. If she used your leads to benefit herself or others without your consent, it might fall under this category.

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I'm a general contractor in the state of Florida. I have had a woman working for me for about five years, and she became my vice president. When I deal with homeowners who want to build a house, I usually refer them to my vice president so she can gather their information and assist them with their bank financing. However, I have recently discovered that she has been selling my leads to other contractors and profiting from it without my knowledge. I would like to know if I can press charges against her for fraud and other criminal activities related to selling my leads behind my back.

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I'm sorry to hear about the situation with your vice president; that must be very frustrating for you. Have you already gathered any evidence of her selling your leads to other contractors?

Yes.

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Have you had any discussions with her regarding this issue, or is this the first time you're addressing it?

Yes, I have, but of course she denied it. However, I have six homeowners who said that's what she was trying to do—sell them to someone else.

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Is there anything else the lawyer should know before I connect you? Rest assured they'll be able to help with your fraud case.

Yes.

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Could you tell me more about any evidence you've gathered?

Richard

Based on your situation, there are several legal arguments and considerations in Florida that could potentially support your case:

Let me know if you have any questions or clarifications.

Richard

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