As you look to invest in commercial property for your business, you may see something called an easement in potential agreements. Or, maybe your business is near others and you’re looking for ways to share pieces of your property with one another. Now is a great time...
You may have what you believe is a foolproof contract; clear, thorough and mutually beneficial for you and the other involved parties. Then one day a dispute arises regarding poor performance or services undelivered and you find yourself in the middle of a legal...
Whether you are looking to improve or build a home, or you are hoping to add a property to a vacant lot, the quality of the contract you establish may make a big difference in the protection of your business assets. Similarly, for contractors and vendors who...
Massachusetts is among 35 states in the U.S. that have antitrust laws. These laws work to protect state residents from industry monopolies and price-gouging and cultivate a more competitive consumer environment. Today, these laws are being tested by recent trends in...
Rising tides and increased flooding threaten coastal cities like Boston now more than ever. In 2018, the up-and-coming neighborhood of Seaport flooded with ocean water. By 2030, experts speculate a 50% chance that Boston will see 5-foot flooding, with that chance...
One of the highest financial burdens to a commercial property owner is property tax. Given the complex nature of evaluating property tax assessments, some property owners might find that they’re paying higher taxes than they should for their property. Challenging a...
Some attorneys may often say you need an attorney. But a terrific way to learn a lot of truths about franchising is to find a franchise owner (franchisee) willing to talk to you about the business. They are the ones to ask if they ever think about contracts, laws or...
The real estate boom has gone on long enough that many are asking how much longer it could last. Surely, it is too late in the cycle to invest, right? But especially in Greater Boston, few are pushing the panic button just yet. Observers still saying they like our...
“Tortious interference” is a wonderfully legal-sounding phrase to remember if you ever go to a Halloween party dressed as an attorney. It is also useful if you own a tortoise-shell cat. But wrongfully getting in the way of someone else’s business or contracts can be...
