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BUSINESS & COMMERCIAL LAW – Business Litigation
3 tips for handling partnership disputes
Handling partnership disputes in a business setting requires a strategic and composed approach. Disagreements are inevitable, but how these disputes are addressed can significantly impact the health and success of the company. Disputes, while often challenging, can...
How specific performance can resolve contract disputes
A contract breach can be both frustrating and expensive for a business. Signing a contract should mean that a business can rely on the other party to the agreement to complete certain actions, deliver necessary goods or avoid behaviors outlined in restrictive...
Can businesses seek compensation for unfair trade practices?
Unfair trade practices can cause significant harm to businesses, resulting in financial losses, damage to reputation and disrupted operations. When businesses fall victim to unfair trade practices, owners often wonder whether they can seek monetary compensation to...
Are you personally liable for business debt?
Many business owners need to take on debt in the form of business loans simply to open the company initially. They may also take on additional debt in the future to fund research and development, expand the business, bring on new talent, buy other real estate...
What is a contract breach?
Contractual agreements are common among businesses and other parties. By ensuring that contracted parties are aware of their legal obligations, well-written contracts can be advantageous to all parties. Contract breaches do happen and can be troublesome for all...
How to prepare for business litigation
Lawsuits can affect your business significantly. They may be expensive and can take your attention from business operations. It may be best to avoid them, but in some instances, this may not be possible. If you are facing business litigation, whether you are suing...
Avoiding litigation concerning your upcoming acquisition
Making a business acquisition is an exciting venture and can potentially inspire outstanding returns if you do it right. However, putting yourself at risk of litigation by ignoring the legal aspects of the acquisition process can potentially lead to costly losses down...
3 mistakes to avoid when your business is facing litigation
Any party you work with can take legal action against you or vice versa. Of course, you may have done your best to avoid business litigation, but you can find yourself in one. How you handle the process matters – you should be careful about every step you take. The...
4 mistakes to avoid when you are in dispute with your partner
If you run your business with a partner, you should be on the same page. However, conflicts can arise from different reasons, including different opinions, misunderstandings, breach of contract and so on. Business partnerships are beneficial, but disputes can affect...