Business Law

In March of this year, inflation hit a 40-year high. Americas are enduring price surges in gasoline, food, and other essentials, making it difficult for many to make ends meet. Simultaneously, many workers are quitting their jobs in search of better employment opportunities at record rates. A study conducted by the Pew Research Center found that 63 percent of workers who quit their jobs cited low pay as the reason they left their position. As an employer or business leader, it is important to keep these issues in mind. Staffing […]

With the great resignation upon us and a younger workforce looking for flexibility and better business cultures, this may be a key time to throw your hat in the ring. What are some things to consider when you start a business? How can you get started to set yourself up for success? If you are thinking of taking the next step and starting your own business, here are some steps and strategies to consider.  Key Issues for New Business Owners  Starting a business is no easy feat, and the majority […]

As a business owner, you will want to take steps to protect yourself against unfair competition. This may be a concern when employees leave your company, since they may go to work for a competitor or start their own business and use knowledge of your practices, customers, and trade secrets to gain an unfair advantage against you. To protect against this possibility, you may be able to use non-compete agreements in employment contracts, severance agreements, or other types of business contracts. However, you will need to understand how these types […]

To protect your business, it is important to have the proper documentation in place at all times. There are a variety of legal documents that will need to be created, but starting from scratch every time a new document is needed can take a great deal of time and lead to unnecessary expenses. However, failing to include the correct terms in a legal document may cause significant problems in the future. By drafting multiple types of templates that address different areas of business law, you can make sure your needs […]

Most of the time, the last thing a business owner wants is to end up in court. Lawsuits can be very expensive, and they can take multiple years before they are fully resolved. Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, lawsuits have been an even greater concern due to courts being closed or operating at a limited capacity. Even seemingly simple cases may now drag out for an extended period of time, causing more difficulty and expense for businesses. While there are some situations where business litigation may be unavoidable, […]

Businesses throughout the United States have had to make a number of changes over the past few years. During the COVID-19 pandemic, many businesses have been forced to close their doors or take steps to limit in-person contact. While some companies have been able to adapt and continue operating, they have likely had to make significant changes. As businesses determine the best ways they can protect people’s safety and meet demand for work from home and hybrid work schedules, while continuing to operate successfully, they may need to consider whether […]