When you work as a contractor or subcontractor on an Ohio construction project, there are certain legal protections available to you if you never receive payment. There are rules and deadlines you must adhere to if you wish to file an Ohio mechanic’s lien, which is a...
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Is litigation your only option?
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...
Small business debtors may avoid a creditors’ committee
Companies attempting to collect commercial debts may need to take extra steps when small businesses file for a Subchapter V bankruptcy. As noted by the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts, this bankruptcy type does not require the formation of a creditors'...
What is tortious interference?
At some point as a business owner, you may come across tortious interference. This is a serious situation that will require litigation to clear up. According to FindLaw, tortious interference is when someone interferes with a contract you have with another party for...
Business owners and will contests in Ohio
If you have found yourself in a dispute over an estate as a business owner, you could have various hardships to work through, such as strong emotions, uncertainty over the law and legal issues related to litigation, high levels of stress and concerns about the...
What do you know about preventing contract disputes?
After a recent close call with a business agreement, you want to ensure you do not encounter a near-disagreement in the future. How can you avoid the often-lengthy and potentially expensive frustration of a contract dispute? Inc.com offers tips for getting ahead of an...
The options available for dispute resolution
When facing any sort of business dispute, the parties involved typically want to come to a resolution as easily as possible. The issue often takes time and focus away from the business, so figuring it out quickly is also important. The good news is that drawn-out...
Why is honesty important in a lawsuit?
While there are many jokes about attorneys and honesty, the reality is that honesty is a key part of the law. This is especially true for anyone facing a lawsuit. When you work with a lawyer on your case, it is important to be honest with them from the start. Reader's...
Preparation and experience can make a difference in litigation
Many businesses throughout Ohio work to continually grow profits and expand the company in a positive direction. However, there is one thing that can disrupt business more than anything else: litigation. When a company gets involved in business litigation, time,...
Dispute resolution can benefit your business
When you own a business in Ohio, you naturally must handle differences from time to time. Whether the conflict is internal or external, unfortunately sometimes disagreements cannot be immediately settled. Litigation can resolve this conflict but can also become...
