Category Archives: Business Law
What Actually Is Defamation?
Have you ever been threatened to be sued for defamation? Or, have you ever felt like the one being defamed, and felt that you may need to sue to protect your good name and reputation? Defamation is a threat that is often made without much thought, and many people and businesses are unfamiliar with… Read More »
Understanding The Rights Of Minority Shareholders
In many companies, there are shareholders, and minority shareholders. And while it may seem like minority shareholders have little or no rights, they actually do have rights, and the ability to affect how the company is run. And if you are the company, it is important to be aware of the rights that your… Read More »
Does Your Business Need A Fictitious Name?
When you named your business, or when you initially formed it and needed to tell the state the business’ name, you may have had a lot of considerations in mind. Maybe the name is a technical name, or maybe it has some meaning, like it is related to your family. But you may eventually… Read More »
Be Careful Of The Limits Of Attorney Client Privilege
You probably know that any communication that goes between your company and your company’s lawyer is privileged and confidential. It cannot be revealed to anybody, and nobody can compel you to reveal the contents of that communication. Google Gets in Trouble But as tech giant Google learned, the attorney client confidentiality should not be… Read More »
Things You Should Definitely Include In Your Partnership Agreement
A partnership agreement is the heart and soul of your partnership. It is the skeleton, the backbone, and the rulebook, for how your partnership will operate. It keeps you legally safe, with all partners knowing exactly what their rights and responsibilities are and in the event there is ever a lawsuit related to the… Read More »
Does An Arbitration Clause Bind Subsequent Owners Of Property?
In many contracts to build homes, or in contracts between developers, contractors and owners, there are arbitration clauses. Your position on arbitration clauses will largely depend on who you are; owners and individuals tend to disfavor them and see them as being “anti-consumer,” while companies or developers tend to like them and see them… Read More »
Do You Have To Allow A Service Animal On Your Business Property?
You may have a business that just isn’t fit or appropriate for animals to be inside of, or on your property. Yet, you also are aware of laws that require that you allow service animals on your property, and you certainly don’t want to violate those laws, or seem inconsiderate of those who may… Read More »
The Business Judgment Rule Protects You When You Make Corporate Decisions
If you are in any position of authority in your company, you are expected to make a lot of decisions about the workings, direction, and activities of your company. Some of those decisions will turn out to be good, profitable ones. But not all of them. When you make a decision that turns out… Read More »
Are You Owed Consumer Or Commercial Debt? The Difference Matters
When your business is owed money, you collect the money in an effort to get paid. You probably don’t give much thought to what kind of debt it is. Money is money and who cares why it was incurred, or why it is owed to you, so long as it is paid back. But… Read More »
Suing For Bad Reviews Online: When Can You Do It?
The internet and social media are a mixed bag for many businesses. They create new and innovative ways to advertise your business, product or service. They also create new ways for frustrated clients and customers—not to mention your competitors—to say things about you which may or may not be true, all under the cover… Read More »
