Your business could end up in court for a host of reasons, from a breach of contract claim to a dispute involving one of your competitors. In some instances, business owners head to court due to accusations involving current or former staff members. For example, an...
Year: 2022
How do you finance commercial real estate?
Buying commercial real estate is one potential way to expand a business. The purchase of any sort of land or building is a big investment, though, making your decisions in this moment crucial. You can peruse different options that will suit what you are looking for....
Arbitration and mitigation in commercial litigation
Business owners should prepare for contract-related disputes. At some point, either party to a contract may cause a breach. During a disagreement, the opposing parties have two options in addition to commercial litigation: mediation and arbitration. These are the...
How much commercial space do you need to rent?
Now that your business has taken off, you are outgrowing your existing office space. Fortunately, Boston has plenty of commercial spaces for lease. According to Loop Net, the average cost for commercial space in Beantown is approximately $24 per square foot. To remain...
Consider your protections regarding trademark infringement
When running a business, there is a lot of intangible value you create like patents, trade secrets and trademarks. Trademarks are an interesting aspect of a company's value because they do not necessarily result in income but are nonetheless vital to said company's...
Building in areas of critical environmental concern – an overview
Land development commonly involves compliance with varying regulations and the submission of different reviews along the way. These requirements often expand when the planned projects take place in certain protected areas. Designated areas of critical environmental...
Is arbitration your best choice?
Avoiding litigation is one thing that all smart business owners want to do. If you try to tackle commercial litigation, you could face a huge expense and years of a court battle. It also will likely ruin the business relationships tied up in the mess. Instead,...
4 options for resolving a business partnership dispute
From pooling financial resources to collaborating on ways to maximize a company’s potential, business partnerships can be powerful when parties get along. However, business relationships can also be complex and changeable. If things between partners begin to sour,...
What are the classifications of office buildings?
Office buildings often make a good choice for those trying to invest in commercial real estate. But since there are so many different types of these buildings, it is important for investors to know what they are buying first. This is where building classes come in....
Real estate investment trusts
There are different ways of investing in real estate besides just going out and purchasing commercial real estate yourself. For example, you could invest in a real estate investment trust. According to Investor.gov, a REIT is a way for you to invest in commercial real...