Business Litigation

Agricultural contracts can help to manage relationships and facilitate both farming operations and agricultural transactions. Understandably, when disputes arise regarding the terms or performance/non-performance of a contract, stress and potential financial losses...

The prospect of business litigation often inspires concerns about high financial costs, time-consuming processes and potential risks. However, these costs can sometimes be a worthy investment for a business. While many litigation risks can be managed effectively in...

There’s no doubt that the U.S. is more politically polarized than ever. That’s true even within our own state – and sometimes within communities. No one has to drive far without seeing a bumper sticker, flag, banner, poster or sign that reflects support for a...

Most small and medium size business owners don’t want to go to court to protect their interests if they don’t have to. That’s one reason why they’re too often the victims of intellectual property (IP) violations, defamation and libel, contract violations, creditor...

Attending court can be a daunting experience. Even if you’re a business owner who is used to high-pressure situations, being embroiled in a dispute that has led to litigation can be a particularly stressful situation. Whether the matter at issue concerns a contract...

When another party to a contract fails to uphold their end of a bargain, there are various legal remedies available to make a party to an enforceable contractual agreement “whole.” One such remedy is specific performance. It compels a breaching party to fulfill their...

As a small business owner, you may encounter clients who refuse to pay for your services after you’ve completed the job. If a customer fails to pay for services rendered and you have attempted to contact them and sent several past-due reminders, you may need to take...

Entrepreneurs and investors who buy into franchises do so for several reasons. They can receive hands-on training and assistance with marketing, which can help those new to business ownership.  One of the most obvious benefits is how a franchise has a developed brand...

As a business owner, you aim to make your clients happy. However hard you try, you may encounter some that you just cannot please. The ensuing dispute could make you wonder why you ever got into business in the first place, as well as potentially costing you a lot of...

Scope creep is a term that resonates with businesses across various industries. It refers to the gradual expansion of a project's goals and deliverables beyond its initial boundaries, often without proper planning or approval. This situation can lead to increased...