In law — as in business — it’s not enough to react. By the time a problem lands on your desk, the damage is often done. The real advantage comes from seeing what’s coming before it hits you. That’s where great lawyers earn their keep: they see around corners so you don’t have to. Playing […]
Seeing Around Corners: The Legal Edge That Protects Your Business Read More »
When a deal falls apart, most clients want to know one thing: Can I win? The answer depends less on what was promised and more on what you can prove. Breach of contract claims are common, but winning them requires more than pointing fingers. Here’s what courts actually care about: First, performance. You need to
Breach of Contract 101: What Actually Matters in Court Read More »
In the modern economy, data has supplanted oil as the most valuable commodity. But unlike oil harvested from the earth, data is harvested from us—every search, scroll, and swipe becomes fuel for a society that is sprinting at breakneck speed to integrate AI at every possible point of human contact. Economies are no longer just
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How a business name, trademark, and domain name all carry distinct legal implications. Starting an LLC is an exciting milestone—but many new business owners mistakenly believe that once their LLC is filed, they “own” their business name outright. Unfortunately, that’s not always true. The reality is that forming an LLC is just one piece of
Who Owns the Business Name? Common Legal Pitfalls When Starting an LLC Read More »
Since the enactment of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), business owners have been watching the back-and-forth developments on beneficial ownership information (BOI) reporting like a legal soap opera. ON: The Initial Rollout Initially, the CTA required business owners to report details on anyone owning 25% or more of a company or exerting substantial control over
Today’s employers likely feel caught between a rock and a hard place. They know—because they have great HR departments and outside counsel—that federal anti-discrimination laws govern their employment practices and exist to provide a level playing field for all applicants and employees. But given the coverage of the Trump administration’s concerns regarding diversity, equity, and
Who’s Afraid of DEI? Taking the Politics out of Fair Employment Practices Read More »
How to Spot Red Flags Before You Buy Buying a new home is a major investment. When purchasing a newly built home, it’s crucial to protect that investment by spotting potential issues early. This can save you from costly repairs down the road. It’s easy to get caught up in the excitement of new finishes
New Construction, New Problems Read More »
Cryptocurrency is making the news every single day for a myriad of reasons. I wanted to shed light on one important update that might have gotten lost in the weeds: beginning January 1st, 2024, tax information reporting for cryptocurrency transactions will experience a significant expansion. This new development stems from President Biden’s Infrastructure Investment and
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One of the most common mistakes we see are clients waiting until a conflict arises with their brand name or likeness before reaching out. At this point your options are limited, and you may have already forfeited the rights to your own name. Protecting your name or likeness is rarely top of mind for an
When to Hire A TM Attorney: Your Likeness Has More Value Than You Think Read More »
Recent NLRB Decision Significantly Limits Employers’ Use of Confidentiality and Non-Disparagement Clauses in Severance Agreements The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) issued an important decision this week that dramatically curtails employers’ abilities to lawfully include confidentiality and non-disparagement clauses in severance agreements. Under this decision, the presence of such clauses in severance agreements can
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