It is almost never advantageous for a business to go to court if it is possible not to do so. Resorting to litigation can ruin an otherwise fruitful relationship and be a very expensive endeavor. Thus, it is almost always better to try and settle out of court. The...
Year: 2020
Tips for negotiating a commercial lease renewal
When the lease your Massachusetts company has comes to an end, it gives you the opportunity to revisit it and potentially negotiate a more favorable lease agreement. The more thorough of an understanding you have of the lease, the local market and how they relate to...
Does the law cover warranties in Massachusetts?
Warranties promise repair or replacement of broken or defective products for a certain amount of time after purchase. Many items today come with warranties, either with the purchase or for an extra fee. However, just because businesses offer warranties does not mean...
Why should I have a team help me with real estate investing?
Real estate investing can be a bold financial move that could help you make a lot of money. However, if you go about it the wrong way, you could also lose a lot of money. U.S. News and World Report explains that you should have a team of professionals on your side who...
What is “termination for convenience?”
Like many business owners or executives in Massachusetts, you may believe that the only way a contracted partner can prematurely terminate its relationship with your company is if you provide them with cause to do so. Yet that is not the case. Indeed, a legal...
How can litigation impact family-owned businesses?
If you run a small business, there are many legal issues you likely have to address from time to time. However, if a lawsuit comes up, this is an especially concerning challenge, not only in terms of finances but also with regard to emotions and the direction of your...
What are the steps to drafting letters rogatory?
If you have a situation in Massachusetts where you require some kind of legal or judicial action from another country, you may need to file letters rogatory through your local court. Letters rogatory will be received by the foreign court from whom you are requesting...
Handling litigation following a merger or acquisition
Mergers and acquisitions often bring a number of benefits, allowing companies to expand and reach new heights. However, they also carry certain risks and there is always the possibility that unexpected hardships will arise. For example, some business owners head to...
How do I handle letters rogatory?
Legal processes often face complications if one party is in a different country. It can further complicate things when that person is in a country that does not have specific agreements with the U.S. when it comes to legal matters. If you find yourself fin a...
3 non-monetary solutions to commercial contract disputes
From securing service and supplier agreements to leasing or purchasing commercial property, legal contracts are vital to American business. In the U.S., the Uniform Commercial Code ensures that business owners can rely on consistent enforcement of contractual terms if...