Category Archives: Business Law
Overcoming Common Challenges When Starting a Small Business
Starting a small business is a very exciting venture, but it requires more than just an entrepreneurial spirit and a good idea. As you start your venture, there may be some legal hurdles you face and it is critical to know what these are. This is the only way to prepare for them so… Read More »
What to Do if Your Business Receives a Demand Letter
In many legal proceedings, a demand letter is an important first step. This is particularly true when there is a dispute between businesses, or between businesses and individuals. A demand letter is a formal request for legal action which usually involves damages or another type of remedy, from one party to the other. The… Read More »
Seven Reasons to Thoroughly Review Business Contracts
Contracts are fundamental to any business. Whether you are drafting contracts with employees, vendors, or others, it is of the utmost importance that these contracts are drafted properly. It is also just as important that a Utah business law attorney thoroughly reviews them to ensure that they contain clear language, provide the necessary protection,… Read More »
How to Avoid Commercial Litigation
Regardless of the size of your company, a commercial dispute can derail success and become a financial burden. If litigation is required to resolve the dispute, it will be time-consuming, expensive, and can even hurt your company’s reputation. Although it is not always possible to avoid a lawsuit, there are measures you can take… Read More »
Problematic Clauses in Business Contracts
Whether you are just establishing your business or you have been operating one for years, it is inevitable that at some point, you will have to enter into a contract. Business contracts are meant to protect your rights, outline your responsibilities, and help avoid possible disputes. Unfortunately, this is not always the case and… Read More »
Common Issues that Arise when Starting a Small Business
Starting a business is an incredibly exciting adventure. However, it involves more than just an entrepreneurial spirit and a great idea. There are many common issues that can arise before and after you have opened your doors. Below, one of our Utah business law attorneys outlines what these are and how to avoid them…. Read More »
Understanding Structures for Your New Business
If you are starting a new business, it is important to give careful consideration to the legal structure you want to use when setting it up. Selecting the right business structure can ensure that your business is protected from certain tax implications, and allows you to retain a competitive advantage in the years to… Read More »
Elements to Prove After a Breach of Contract
Businesses are built on contracts. Many employers require their employees to sign a contract, establish contracts with the different suppliers and vendors they use, and more. Contracts create obligations for all parties named within the agreement and make those obligations legally binding. If someone decides not to comply with the terms of a contract,… Read More »