Business Law

Business partnerships and romantic relationships have something in common – they both generally run smoothly in the beginning. Partners are excited and optimistic about the future of the partnership and the prospects that comes with it. And just like romantic...

A fiduciary duty is the highest level of responsibility that one party can lawfully have to another in the United States of America. That responsibility requires that the party with fiduciary duty put the other party's interests first whenever making decisions. In the...

Businesses frequently enter contract agreements with others. Well-made contracts can benefit everyone by ensuring that contracted parties understand their legal obligations. Unfortunately, contract breaches can occur and they can be very problematic. Here’s what you...

One of the numerous possibilities you have when starting a business is finding a business partner. The stress of running a business can be significantly reduced with the help of a business partner. Not only can they support you and your business but they may be able...

As a business owner, your main focus is to ensure that the company continues to grow. You can only go so far on your own, so your staff and business partners will also be pivotal.  One thing that you might want to have in place is your vision statement. Essentially,...

The term fiduciary is often mentioned in legal and financial circles. However, the precise meaning of this term can be hard to pinpoint.  As a client or beneficiary, you have a right to know what you can expect from professionals who you entrust with your finances or...

Owning a business puts you in the driver’s seat regarding your day-to-day operations. Unfortunately, no matter how careful you are, all businesses may face litigation at some point.  Unfortunately, business litigation is time-consuming and expensive. Additionally,...

When you are looking for a business partner, it is fairly natural to assume that you need to find someone who is similar to you. You might assume that you will get along with this person in a fundamental way, and it will feel like the two of you would make a good...

If you’re a business owner, you may be wondering if you can use non-compete agreements. When you have your employees sign these agreements, they are giving up their right to work for the competition. They are also saying that they will not start the competition by...