Owning and managing a business is challenging and comes with a great deal of responsibility. Disputes are sometimes inevitable for New Jersey and New York business owners and can sometimes lead to business litigation. You may want to avoid the litigation process but...
Business Litigation
What to expect from the discovery phase of business litigation
Business disputes oftentimes lead to business litigation. No one wants to go down this route if they can avoid it, but sometimes there is no other option to attempt to resolve conflicts. For business leaders in New Jersey and New York who find themselves entangled in...
The difference between a material and minor breach of contract
A business lives on the agreements it makes. Contracts with employees, a vendor or any other entity define what a company can do and when it can do it. A breach of any of those contracts can cost time and money, but not all breaches are equal and it’s important to...
How do liquidated damages work?
Parties to a contract are expected to comply with its terms. When one party breaches the contract the other party can take legal action. However, contracts also contain remedies when a party breaches its terms which can guide litigation or provide an avenue for...
Legal options in partnership disputes
When business owners form a partnership, the goal is to pool resources and talent to launch a successful enterprise. Business relations with a friend or former college roommate can prove to be challenging, however, if they have different ideas about how to run the...
Business conflicts can lead to partnership disputes
When you go into business with a partner or partners, there is generally a mutual understanding of how the business should be run, what the goals for the business’ future are, the scope of the business itself and the rights of each partner. These details, often...
Can my real estate be taken through adverse possession?
For businesses which own real estate, there are plenty of obvious issues which must be dealt with consistently. From taxes to maintenance, problems can come from just about anywhere. The problem of adverse may possession may not be as common but, when it rears its...
Is a verbal promise between businesses legally enforceable?
A lot of small businesses take pride in their ability to build relationships and conduct their affairs in an efficient manner. In many circumstances, this means that businesses choose to forego the formalities of written contracts, instead operating on the strength of...
Businesses may need help dealing with their insurance
It is a basic part of a business’s overall blueprint for success to carry the insurance it needs. As is the case with individuals, businesses rely on their insurance companies to pay up when there is a claim. After all, that is why businesses pay premiums....
Three options when you and your partner have a business dispute
Going into business with a partner can be a rewarding experience. Having someone to share the highs and lows of business ownership with you can help provide a variety of opinions and insights into your enterprise as well as share the workload. But, like any...