Always get it in writing. You know that. But just as important is to read the agreements we sign. And yet, many of us really don’t. For example, when was the last time you carefully read an online agreement? You hastily click through the “next, next, next, submit” trying to get to the end of the document so you can get on with your day. And for the most part, that is perfectly fine. Unless your business requires Read More
Will You Get Property Tax Relief Due to the COVID-19 National Emergency?
Governments and even some private businesses have worked to ease the burden on people who are struggling financially due to the COVID-19 pandemic. For people who are concerned about losing their home after being laid off or seeing their business revenue plummet, programs have been established to offer rent and mortgage relief. While many will certainly welcome this news, homeowners might also be concerned about Read More
How Will Coronavirus Affect Contractual Relationships and Obligations?
The coronavirus pandemic has disrupted practically every aspect of American life. Whether closed by government order or by concerns about public safety, millions of businesses around the country have seen their operations come to a halt. Despite the overwhelming effect of COVID-19, it is not a certainty that an “Act of God” clause in a business contract will enable a party to ignore its obligations under the Read More
4 Types of Shareholder Disputes
Conflict in business is unavoidable. There will always be some amount of friction, no matter the amount of planning and contract negotiations you undertake. This inevitable consequence of being in business is one reason why various stakeholders of a company – no matter the company’ size – should draft and sign robust contracts before engaging in business. Nevertheless, shareholder disputes do occur; our firm has Read More
My Pre-Purchase Inspection Went Badly — What Now?
If you haven’t been there yourself, you have probably heard the horror stories. Property inspection — a critical part of any home purchase — can be fraught with surprise and disappointment. Buyers may enter a contract on a house, and let other houses go off the market, only to learn from the inspection that their dream home is in fact a money pit. Maybe there is a radon gas issue, the heating system is on its last Read More
5 Elements of a Strong Business Contract
The overall success of your business venture will be largely determined by how effective and robust the underlying contract is. Many companies and entrepreneurs gloss over certain contract provisions or altogether neglect to put the contract in writing. Verbal contracts may be legally binding and enforceable, but it will take a significant amount of effort and capital to prove its validity. More specifically, there Read More
Why You Need an LLC for Your Small Business
Who gets stuck with the tab when a small business is in the red? If you are a sole proprietor, running the enterprise without legally incorporating it, you do. All debts and other liabilities are your personal responsibility, and that means creditors can come after your home, your bank accounts, your car and pretty much anything else you own in order to collect. Every entrepreneur needs to consider the ramifications Read More
Ways You Can Maximize Your Commercial Property’s Value Before Selling
It’s no secret that when real estate is up for sale, whether it’s a home, building, office space, retail space, industrial space, or land, appearances matter. A commercial real estate transaction involves outward and inward appearance of the property in addition to the value of the business that owns the property. If you are gearing up to sell commercial real estate, a little work in the front end can dramatically Read More
Let’s count the ways to getting a roof estimate
When filing a roof insurance claim, lawyer or not, you will need to get a quote to replace or repair your roof. If you do decide to go with an insurance claim lawyer, the quote will be important in providing your insurance company with documentation of an estimated loss. You should explore getting an independent quote in addition to whatever quote you may get from your insurance company’s representative. When Read More
Can my insurance company drop me if I sue them?
As an insurance claim lawyer, two questions I am asked frequently is whether or not an insurance company would drop someone if they filed a lawsuit against them? First of all, we reduce the risk because we pursue your legal right under the law. A home is one of the biggest purchases you’ll ever make in your life. Before any notice or communication between an insurance claim lawyer and your insurance company, we will Read More
