Even the most dedicated business owners will need to step away from their commercial enterprises at some point. Whether you end up selling your business or retiring, you must have a plan in place to ensure it continues to thrive long after you have passed over the...
Commercial Litigation
When can I arbitrate?
Smart business owners know why avoiding litigation is usually the best option for all parties involved in a dispute. Commercial litigation can take months or years in a court of law, and it can be very expensive. Beyond this, engaging in litigation often ruins...
Commercial litigation and hearings
If a lawsuit involving your business has surfaced, you need to familiarize yourself with various legal issues related to commercial litigation and take steps to safeguard your interests. Aside from reviewing the details of the case and determining the best path...
How can you identify a defective product?
If your company sells, manufactures or designs a product, then you need to be aware of defective products and how that can affect you. Defective products can result in lawsuits because of product liability. The Legal Information Institute describes product liability...
When business lawsuits head to Superior Court
If you are facing litigation as a business owner, you need to review the unique details of your case and take steps to secure your interests. Sometimes, business litigation ends up in Superior Court, and the outcome of such a case could have a significant impact on a...
How should you handle false accusations of discrimination?
Accusations of discrimination have the potential to severely damage your company’s reputation, morale and finances. Unfortunately, despite your best efforts to prevent these types of claims, your business may fall subject to one or several over the course of its...
Have you prepared your business for a possible lawsuit?
It is not uncommon for a business owner to face a lawsuit at some point in the life of the company. Small businesses are more at risk than large companies for damaging financial consequences resulting from litigation. However, there are steps you can take to protect...
What are mediation and arbitration?
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...
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...
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...