When a former executive takes your trade secrets, a partner diverts assets or a competitor exploits your proprietary technology, the damage grows every day you wait. Emergency injunctive relief exists for exactly these situations, but courts apply a demanding standard...
Business Litigation
What is a breach of fiduciary duty?
In terms of business litigation, a breach of fiduciary duty can happen when someone has an obligation to act in the best interests of a company or corporation and fails to do so. For instance, a board member may have a fiduciary duty to the shareholders of a company....
3 common reasons that businesses sue other organizations
Lawsuits involving businesses may begin with employees or consumers initiating litigation. Other times, litigation has to do with contracts. However, it is also relatively common for one organization to take legal action against another due to the misconduct that...
What should a business partnership agreement include?
Many people start businesses with friends or family. No matter how much people trust the person they are going into business with, it is essential to establish a business partnership agreement. This written legal agreement establishes the professional relationship...
Is familiarity bad for fiduciary duty performance?
Trust, born not from words but from deeds that last, is a valuable yet fragile thing that can make or break the relationship between two parties. You may know someone well and believe that closeness makes everything easier. However, when that trust exists within a...
3 signs a contract breach between business partners is imminent
When two businesses come together in partnership, a clear and well-drafted contract forms the backbone of their relationship. Contracts are designed to set expectations, define responsibilities and provide a framework for resolving disputes. However, even the most...
Telltale signs a business partnership has outlived its usefulness
Like any relationship, a business partnership can be a powerful force that combines complementary skills, shares risk and amplifies growth. However, just as some friendships or romances run their course, partnerships in business can also lose their spark, alignment or...
What are the consequences of violating non-compete agreements?
Non-compete agreements prevent employees from working for competitors or starting similar businesses for a set period after leaving a company. These contracts protect businesses from losing trade secrets, client relationships, and market advantages. Violating a...
Using litigation to enforce non-disclosure agreements
There are many types of contracts businesses may execute that include non-disclosure or confidentiality agreements. Frequently, businesses add restrictive covenants to employment contracts to prevent workers from putting the company at a disadvantage later....
How can companies manage mass tort legal risks effectively?
Mass tort claims can pose significant challenges for businesses. These claims involve multiple plaintiffs seeking damages for similar injuries caused by a single product or action. Understanding the legal landscape of mass torts can help businesses navigate these...

