Employees are always advised to avoid workplace relationships. Yet, family businesses have existed for centuries. One could argue that family relationships are ones you cannot avoid, but there is a certain ironic overlap here worth exploring. A non-family business relationship is strictly business. In a family business, interpersonal dynamics and emotional subjectivity are unavoidable. Owners of […]
What is a sole proprietorship? When starting a business, you will have to decide on a business structure. It does not require any formal action to form a sole proprietorship. If you are the sole owner and there is no filed legal structure for your business, then you are a sole proprietor. You run and […]
The moment a bankruptcy case is filed, a federal injunction is automatically entered to protect the debtor and his property. This is called the automatic stay. A defendant declares bankruptcy to avoid a bad situation before it gets worse. As soon as this happens, the automatic stay prevents anyone from pursuing the lawsuit against the defendant. […]
What is more important to the successful completion of a home improvement project, the contract or the contractor? The answer is both – a well-written contract and a reputable contractor. However, in this blog, we are focusing on the contract. How can you ensure that the contract has in it what you need?Hire a lawyer.Contractors […]
When two people get married, it is referred to as “tying the knot.” That knot is a symbol of a bond not to be broken. In a business partnership, a knot is often a point of disagreement that impedes the flow of the operation of the business. Partners become at odds with one another and […]
A business with multiple owners is often known as a partnership. With more than one person running the show, a business can both benefit and struggle with distinct personalities and skill sets. Since partnerships are legal entities, they are best formed with the help of a business law attorney well-versed in state law. Here are […]
Starting a business is up to you. Protecting your business is also up to you. At some point, you will need to hire a business law attorney. Until that happens, here are five essential factors to consider when starting a business.The Benefits of IncorporationIt is never too soon to incorporate. As long as your personal […]
A frivolous lawsuit is one that is filed with the intention of harassing, annoying or disturbing the opposite party. More often than not, the plaintiff knows the lawsuit does not stand a very good chance in court. For small businesses, the frivolous lawsuit is a common problem with very real consequences. Even the most absurd case […]
A partnership is a legal entity where two or more people run a business. These types of businesses are built on the diverse knowledge, skills and resources of their multiple owners. At the same time, conflicts of interest must also be avoided to ensure the smooth running of a business. The secret to the success […]
Someone breaches a contract, a plaintiff or a defendant, and needs representation. The rest is history…if only it were that simple. Contracts are created involving goods, services, real estate, employment and a whole host of other subjects.What does the plaintiff have to prove?With every breach of contract, the plaintiff must start by proving that the […]