As a small business owner, you must constantly navigate a complex legal landscape. From federal regulations to local ordinances, it’s hard to keep up with all the laws that affect you, but if you don’t, you could suffer the consequences. In this article, I’ll simplify the recent legal landscape for you by examining a few […]
Read MoreRunning a small business comes with its fair share of challenges, and disputes come with the territory. Whether it’s a disagreement with a vendor, a conflict with an employee, or a contractual issue with a client, knowing how to resolve these conflicts is crucial. The default method is court, but it’s time-consuming, expensive, and public. […]
Read MoreRunning a business means you will eventually face disputes. These conflicts could be with employees, customers, suppliers, or even business partners. When disagreements arise, the traditional route of resolving them in court can be time-consuming, expensive, and stressful – not to mention completely public. Anyone can look up a court case and read about the […]
Read MoreManaging a business comes with its own set of challenges, and one of the most formidable is the potential for litigation. Legal disputes can drain your financial resources, consume precious time, and tarnish your company’s reputation. However, strategic planning and support from a trusted advisor can significantly mitigate these risks, safeguarding both your personal and […]
Read MoreIf your business gets hit with a lawsuit, it can be a traumatic and costly experience. Unfortunately, in today’s highly litigious society, lawsuits are far-too common, with up to 53% of all small businesses in the U.S. sued each year, according to the Small Business Administration. One of the worst parts of being sued is […]
Read MoreAs a business owner, it’s inevitable that you will face minor conflicts and disputes at some point. Whether it’s a client who refuses to pay a bill, an independent contractor who fails to fulfill the terms of their agreement, or a vendor who stiffs you on an order, dealing with such issues is a simple […]
Read MoreWhether it’s with an employee, client, vendor, or a business partner, going to court to resolve a dispute is something you want to avoid at all costs, since even if you wind up winning your case, getting caught in the court process is time-consuming, expensive, and almost never good for your company’s reputation. To this […]
Read MoreEach year, between 35% to 53% of small businesses in the U.S. are hit with a lawsuit, according to the Small Business Administration (SBA). With statistics like these, it may not be a matter of if your company will get sued, but when you will find yourself in a conflict that could result in a […]
Read MoreThis is the third in an ongoing series covering the value legal agreements bring to your business beyond the surface. From boosting your bottom line and expanding your business to hiring the most talented team and improving every relationship you enter into; this series offers a comprehensive look at how effective legal agreements can enhance […]
Read MoreAlthough you might think of your team as family and believe that they would never sue you, lawsuits filed by employees are actually one of the most common causes of litigation for business owners. In fact, nearly one in every five small businesses will eventually get sued by an employee. Of all types of lawsuits […]
Read MoreIn last week’s election, California voters gave Uber, Lyft, and other rideshare companies a major victory in the battle over the future of gig workers by passing Proposition 22. The hotly contested ballot measure exempts workers for these companies from Assembly Bill 5 (AB 5), a controversial new state law that makes it much more […]
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