Business Law

Taking on a business partner can be a smart decision. An entrepreneur with a great idea but no practical experience can gain the support of an industry insider. Those with skills and experience but no capital could rely on a partner to help fund a new business...

Various websites, mobile device apps and social media platforms provide opportunities for consumers and professionals to communicate. In some cases, people may abuse those systems to spread inappropriate and inaccurate information about businesses. Digital defamation...

Executives, managers and other leaders at successful organizations sometimes have to make difficult choices. For example, sometimes conducting a large-scale staff reduction or downsizing effort might be necessary for the long-term solvency of the company. Any scenario...

If you run a small business, you may rely on vendors and suppliers to provide goods and services to remain operational. However, there may come a time when a vendor fails to honor the terms of a contract, which could leave you in a difficult position. Whether a...

One of the first decisions an entrepreneur needs to make is what legal formation structure they intend to use for their company. The form or entity type that they select can affect everything from their control over the company to their income tax obligations....

In the complex realm of employment law, in-house counsel often serves as the first line of defense against legal challenges within a company. However, there are situations where the experience of outside counsel is invaluable. For business owners and in-house legal...

Many local businesses live or die based on word-of-mouth referrals from their customers and clients. People may recommend their hairdresser or favorite coffee shop to friends and coworkers. They may also warn their neighbors and family members not to hire a plumber...

The financial and time commitments involved in building a business from the ground up can deter many would-be entrepreneurs from developing potentially groundbreaking business models because they don't want to risk their financial stability or undermine the progress...

Your vendors are key to your business operations, so a dispute that gets out of hand can be very disruptive – not to mention expensive. Minimizing disputes with your vendors can be challenging enough, but responding to an actual conflict can be even harder. When...

Online sharing has made it easier than ever before for customers to spread the word about brands and products they truly enjoy. There are also forums and social media platforms where professionals network and discuss different companies from the perspective of working...