Business Law

Contracts are at the heart of all business relationships. They are legal agreements that outline the rights and obligations of all parties.  For the most part, contracts are honored, but that’s not always the case. Breaches of business contracts do occur, and they can...

New year, new start! This is a motto that can be applied both personally and professionally. As a business owner, one form of getting a new start may be to merge with another company. It could open up new markets for you, allow you to take on a different role in the...

Some people make it very hard to collect on a debt. Most individuals who owe money are earnest in their attempts to fulfill their financial obligations. However, there is a small subset of the population that may go to great lengths to avoid personal financial...

You started your company with a business partner. To a large degree, you did this because you knew the business would need both of you to be successful. For instance, maybe you are an inventor who has created a product, and you’re working with a business partner who...

Launching a new venture can involve numerous critical choices that may shape your company's future. Many entrepreneurs could begin with a modest operation, adapting their approach as they grow and explore collaborative opportunities. These partnerships can offer...

A significant part of growing your enterprise is ensuring your business structure supports your evolving needs. Sometimes, the structure you start with can meet your needs perpetually, but other times, a change can provide numerous benefits. If you have been...

When an employee reports workplace harassment, it means they could be at serious risk of harm. Employees can report workplace harassment to their employer. Employers have a duty to respond to harassment claims. If a harassment claim is not handled carefully, the...

People who go into business together often have a shared vision, but there are times when conflicts about how to make that vision a reality will occur. Those partnership disputes must be resolved quickly so the shared company doesn’t suffer irreparable harm. There are...

In most municipalities, real estate has been fit into different zones. The three most common are residential, industrial and commercial. People who are buying properties in these areas can only use them in these specific ways. That’s why you typically don’t see...

While we may not realize it, contracts are a part of most of our daily activities. When a person orders groceries, they enter into a contract with the grocery store. Cable TV, utilities, broadband and other essential services all involve the use of contracts.  A...