Minority shareholders may not own a controlling interest in a company, but they can still assert a strong presence. This can even include weighing in on many decisions critical to the business’s future. It is not guaranteed, however, unless there is a shareholders...
MOST FIRMS SAY THEY TRY CASES. WE REALLY DO
Business Disputes
Can business owners force employees to work in the office?
Everyone is excited to see the light at the end of the pandemic tunnel. But as that light gets brighter and businesses bring staff back in-house, there will likely be those who want to continue to work from home or want to wait longer before coming back. The reasons...
Would it be wise to pursue a business opportunity with my family?
Starting a business together can seem like a fantastic way to build a dream with someone close to you. There’s an established relationship. You’re familiar with each other’s strengths and weaknesses. And there’s probably nobody you’d rather see succeed than a loved...
Non-disclosure agreements protect business interests
Many remember how Elizabeth Warren took Michael Bloomberg to task over his company’s use of non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) during one of the 2020 presidential debates. Warren alleged that his company used NDAs to cover up the unfair treatment of three women...
A fiduciary may be guilty of self-dealing
There are few business disputes more frustrating than when a fiduciary acts in their own best interests rather than those of a company or a client. The fiduciary can be a corporate officer, salesperson, investment counselor, trustee, accountant, or other professional....
Non-compete agreements are open to interpretation
It is common for employees to sign a non-compete clause, but there is also a lot of confusion regarding these documents. A former employer, potential new employer and the employee who signed the agreement may have different interpretations of the document. Non-compete...
5 common mistakes to avoid in business litigation
Part of being a successful business owner is knowing how to avoid business litigation or how to protect your business when it has to settle a business dispute. Yet, business owners often don’t realize how mistakes can impact their business in litigation matters. They...
What is a breach of fiduciary duty?
A fiduciary duty is as varied as a job description. But it is generally regarded as a situation where one individual or party has a professional or business obligation to another individual or party. If the accused party acts contrary to their duties as a board...
What Are Common Mistakes In Business Litigation?
Running a successful company is challenging enough without the ongoing pitfalls of litigation. Litigation can not only present a legal risk but a substantial financial risk to a company. Business litigation is well-known for being costly, complicated and, in some...
Business need copyrights to protect their products
The U.S. Supreme Court issued a unanimous ruling in March of 2019 that says that copyright protection begins when the U.S. Copyright Office registers the copyright. Now copyright protection litigation is only allowed if the copyright is officially registered. Before...

