Confidentiality agreements, also known as non-disclosure agreements, are common contract inclusions. Businesses of all varieties may include non-disclosure agreements in various contracts to protect the company's competitive advantages. Confidentiality agreements are...
Business & Commercial Litigation
When a business partner embezzles from their company
In theory, business partnerships are mutually beneficial arrangements. Both partners profit from the success of the company and can rely on the investments, hard work and expertise of one another. Unfortunately, not everyone who enters into a partnership does so...
The benefits of mediation for solving business disputes
Disputes between business partners are inevitable. Each partner has their own point of view and their own way of doing things, which naturally leads to clashes between them. However, these disputes do not have to mean the end of the business relationship between the...
3 times specific performance could resolve a contract dispute
Many businesses manage to resolve breach of contract disputes outside of court. However, there are always scenarios in which compromise isn't possible. Perhaps the other party refuses to take responsibility for their failures, and you need a more aggressive solution...
What type of formation is right for my business?
Starting a business is more than just finally making your dreams a reality. It requires many critical factors – some of which you may have not even thought about yet. One such factor is determining how you want to set up your business. Business formations are crucial...
Approaching divorce when your spouse is your business partner
Your divorce may be especially challenging if your spouse is your business partner. While you two may have built and managed a successful venture together, sharing duties could be difficult going forward. Yet, the prospect of dividing your business is likely daunting,...
Common questions about IRS audits
If you have been selected by the Internal Revenue Service to have your financial records audited, you may be wondering not only how you were chosen, but also what the audit process entails. When being audited by the IRS it is important to understand what the auditors...
Shell companies: Not just for ill reputes
The recent release of the Panama Papers has led to a lot of questions about shell companies. The term "shell company" often brings the thought of shady characters looking to hide assets from the IRS. In reality, these business devices can be a handy and legal way to...