Legal Articles, Business

Collaborative Law: A Structured Resolution Out of Court

An overview of the Collaborative Law model approach to alternative dispute resolution.

Partnerships... For better or worse

I have represented clients who filed suit against former partners for breach of contract and other claims. Among the most common claims include when one of the partners embezzled money from the company or one partner kicked out the other from the business and changed the locks to the business.

Read Carefully your Commercial Lease

Commercial leases are complex contracts typically drafted by attorneys who specialize in drafting these documents. It is unlikely that a lay person would understand the language and clauses contained in a commercial lease.

Naming your Business - More than just choosing a cool name

Technology has a big impact on choosing a name for your business, including a greater risk of violating a trademark

LET SLEEPING DOGS LIE: HOW TO HANDLE YOUR CUSTOMER’S FURRY FRIENDS

The article discusses the use of service dogs in public places and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act

Are Estimates Binding?

This article discusses estimates of fees and if they are binding for engineers, however apply to most construction professionals.

Getting The Most Bang For Your Legal Buck

Make sure you get the most value from the money you spend on legal fees

Did Your Broker Recommend SandRidge Energy?

Many investors are suffering devastating losses due to plummeting oil prices as they now watch dozens of companies, including SandRidge Energy, file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

Former Wells Fargo Broker Barred by FINRA

A former Wells Fargo broker from Pennsylvania was barred by FINRA over allegations of theft from clients accounts.

Did You Invest in Midstates Petroleum (MPOY) or Ultra Petroleum (UPL)?

Midstates Petroleum (MPOY) and Ultra Petroleum (UPL) have joined the many other oil and gas companies declaring bankruptcy.

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