A partnership is a business formation owned and operated by two or more individuals or entities. It can come in the form of a general or limited partnership. A general partnership is the most basic form, where all partners share managerial responsibilities and...
Contract breach
When is “specific performance” a good remedy?
When you make a deal with someone, you know that a written contract can help protect your interests – but some people believe that contracts are made to be broken. Generally speaking, when one party breaks a contract, the courts usually resolve the issue by ordering...
Understanding minor and material breaches
As a business owner, contracts are essential since they operate as the framework for agreements and uphold mutual trust and responsibility. However, there are times when one side does not carry out the requirements outlined in the agreement. This is referred to as a...
Dissolving a business partnership without hurting your interests
Sometimes in business things simply fail to work out as expected. If a business partnership is no longer tenable, the only sensible thing you can do is dissolve the partnership so each party can go their separate ways. No matter the reasons, if you decide to sever...
Is litigation the only option in a partnership contract breach?
Starting a business requires time, work and effort. You may decide to take on a partner to help ease some of the stress and burden you face. While this can be a smart tactic, not all partnerships work out. While it’s smart to create a partnership agreement that...
Damages in contract-related business litigation
Savvy business owners know that utilizing solid contracts is an ideal way to prevent breaches and other business agreement legal issues. Using simple language to detail the terms in a contract leaves little room for misunderstandings and accidental violations. When a...
How to handle a breach of contract
Owning a business means you will likely have agreements with multiple entities. You may establish contracts with vendors, partners, clients and more. The purpose of the contract is to outline each party’s responsibilities in the business relationship along with...
What you can do to minimize your chances of a construction defects lawsuit
Three types of construction defects exist. There are workmanship, materials and design ones. These may lead to a structural problem or damage property, potentially injure someone and cause them some financial loss. As the contractor, you must exercise a certain...
Understanding mechanic’s liens
Unless you have turned your construction company into an exercise in philanthropy, where you go around doing work for free, you probably need to get paid for your work. That is how you pay your employees and make a living for yourself. Unfortunately, some people out...
Access and modifications to mobile home lots in parks
Mobile homeowners are free to do what they want with the interior of the dwelling. When they reside in a mobile home park, there are limits to what they’re allowed to do outside. As a park owner or management company, it is imperative that you clearly convey the...