When a business owner is being sued over injuries that happened on the property, it’s important to establish fault. Often, a business owner is liable if they were negligent in some way. But negligence doesn’t always look exactly the same from one situation to the...
BUSINESS & COMMERCIAL LAW – Business & Commercial Law
What does an airtight business contract look like?
A contract is the cornerstone of any business venture transaction. A solid contract gives a business the peace of mind that the other party will live up to their end of the bargain. To serve its intended purpose, however, a business contract must contain certain...
Nevada’s new “residential improvements” law and contract requirements
Most Nevada contractors are honest, hard-working people who want to do the best possible work for their clients. Unfortunately, some “bad apples” can make things more challenging for everyone. Last year, in response to an increasing number of complaints to the Nevada...
Considerations for franchisees before investing in a franchise
Investing in a franchise is a significant decision that requires careful consideration of several vital factors. Prospective franchisees must weigh these aspects to ensure they make a wise investment choice. Potential franchisees must ensure the franchise aligns with...
Is a business owner always responsible for dangerous conditions?
As a business owner, you certainly do have an obligation to provide a safe space for customers and others who are in your retail location. If you fail in this obligation, demonstrating negligence even though there was no intent to cause harm, injuries that happen on...
When should you walk away from a business deal?
As a business owner and entrepreneur, negotiation is practically in your blood. While the majority of your dealings have been beneficial, this isn’t the case for every transaction. There are a few deals in the past that you wished you had turned down. How do you know...
Has one of your employees become difficult?
Running your own company is no easy task. There’s a lot of responsibility on your shoulders, including managing your team members. Generally, as long as employees are respected and treated fairly, they will do their job to a high standard. Of course, this isn’t...
Could a merger benefit your business?
The corporate world is notoriously competitive and business owners have to keep up with trends to remain competitive. There are numerous strategies that can be implemented, with a corporate merger being one of them. Mergers occur when two businesses fuse together to...
How to keep your trade secrets from being leaked
Trade secrets are invaluable assets for businesses, helping provide them with a unique brand that can make or break success in the market. However, the risk of these secrets being leaked is a constant concern. In today's digitally interconnected world, safeguarding...
How likely is a partnership dispute?
When starting a business partnership, you certainly hope that you don’t end up in a dispute with that partner. It is best for the business if the two of you are on the same page and working together, rather than finding ourselves in conflict. But how likely is it that...