On behalf of Gilman, McLaughlin & Hanrahan, LLP | Oct 20, 2020 | Commercial Litigation
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...
On behalf of Gilman, McLaughlin & Hanrahan, LLP | Sep 28, 2020 | Commercial Litigation
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...
On behalf of Gilman, McLaughlin & Hanrahan, LLP | Aug 27, 2020 | Commercial Litigation
Massachusetts business owners often strike up contracts with third parties to get things done. The use of contracts is crucial within business. It helps all parties get onto the same page and understand what everyone expects. Unfortunately, contracts bring along the...
On behalf of Gilman, McLaughlin & Hanrahan, LLP | Aug 3, 2020 | Commercial Litigation
Massachusetts business owners like you do what you can to protect your business. Sometimes, this means disputes are unavoidable. In these situations, you must do what you can to keep yourself and your business’ future safe. Sometimes, that means relying on...
On behalf of Gilman, McLaughlin & Hanrahan, LLP | Jul 31, 2020 | Commercial Litigation
More people across the country are adjusting and becoming comfortable with online communications, including videoconferences and remote meetings. The legal profession has been using technology for years, and these tools can be especially helpful when litigation...
On behalf of Gilman, McLaughlin & Hanrahan, LLP | Jul 22, 2020 | Commercial Litigation
Massachusetts business owners like you want to keep your bridges intact. You do not want to burn business relationships. You do not want to stunt new growth. But what happens when you and your partners disagree? There are different types of dispute resolution methods...
On behalf of Gilman, McLaughlin & Hanrahan, LLP | Jul 8, 2020 | Commercial Litigation
It may seem as though every corporation has some sort of trade secret. Examples include Coca-Cola’s “secret” recipe or the “secret” herbs and spices blend that covers KFC chicken. However, these are more akin to advertising slogans than they are real trade...
On behalf of Gilman, McLaughlin & Hanrahan, LLP | Jun 23, 2020 | Commercial Litigation
The old adage says life is unfair, but fortunately the law guarantees a modicum of fairness in business. In fact, there is an entire section of business tort law that ensures the competitive field is fair. Unfair competition laws are the business equal to consumer...
On behalf of Gilman, McLaughlin & Hanrahan, LLP | Jun 17, 2020 | Commercial Litigation
As a business owner, you likely have many different challenges to work through. For example, our law office realizes the pressure that many business owners are facing in recent months and the daily stressors that arise when it comes to successfully operating a...
On behalf of Gilman, McLaughlin & Hanrahan, LLP | Jun 15, 2020 | Commercial Litigation
While reading a written promise on a good, you may wonder if the words “warranty” and “guarantee” have the same legal definition. In any warranty litigation case, it is best to know the differences and similarities between the two. Express...
