Business owners should understand that disputes simply exist as part and parcel of the business world. No matter how you run your business and how carefully you try to avoid disputes, it is often inevitable that something will happen someday. The important thing is...
Partnership for the Good of Your Business
3 ways to deal with a narcissistic business partner
Narcissism, where a person has an over-inflated sense of self-importance, exists on a spectrum. While it is possible for an individual to have narcissistic personality disorder, he or she may only have certain narcissistic traits. Either way, you may have to work with...
Appealing a court ruling to protect intellectual property
Noncompete agreements, trade secrets and nondisclosure statements may be the company's last defense in protecting its bottom line. Going to court to enforce them may seem cut and dried, but when the judge makes a mistake, it can effectively destroy the business's...
How can you resolve your business dispute out of court?
When you become involved in a business dispute, whether with another company, a partner or a shareholder, you may fear that litigation is the only way to resolve it. Yet, litigation can be costly and time-consuming. Given these likelihoods, you may want to consider...
Overview of lender liability
As is the case with other areas of law, the term lender liability actually covers a number of different types of legal claims that borrowers can make against banks and other institutions which loan money. Litigation based on theory of lender liability has gained...
Does unfair competition have you considering litigation?
Running a business and achieving a desired level of success takes hard work and dedication. Because you have poured so much of your time and effort into your company, you certainly do not want rival companies taking shortcuts to undermine your success. Unfortunately,...
Minority shareholder disputes in closely held businesses
A closely held corporation is a good model for small business owners who want to retain control of their company, usually among family members or a small group of shareholders. It is not unusual for a closely held business to have different levels of shareholders,...
Shareholder disputes can adversely affect Ohio business
Company growth, profits and stability are vital to many Ohio companies. As the company grows, it may decide that adding shareholders will afford the company the resources and experience needed for future growth and profitability. In many instances, this addition...
Contract disputes can damage one’s business
Ohio businesses often enter into written agreements with other businesses or individuals. These contracts contain the terms of those agreements between the parties. A business that decides not to honor a contract faces many potential consequences. Contract...
Shareholder disputes: Papa John’s pizza involved in lawsuit
It often takes many people to help run a successful business. Typically, companies create boards with shareholders that can have at least some say in how certain operations within the company take place. However, it is not uncommon for shareholder disputes to...
