Navigating the complexities of creditor rights is crucial for small business owners. Ensuring you understand these rights not only helps protect your interests but also solidifies your position during financial disputes. This blog aims to demystify creditor rights, bankruptcy laws, and debt collection processes while highlighting the importance of hiring an attorney. What are Creditor Rights? Creditor rights refer to …
Who Qualifies as a “Worker” Under the FTC Non-Compete Clause Ban
When the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) released its final ruling on the ban of non-compete clauses, it provided a comprehensive definition of what constitutes a “worker.” This definition is crucial for employers, HR executives, small business owners, and anyone who might need to consult an attorney on these matters. This article will break down the FTC’s definition of “worker,” the …
The Most Common Disputes with Commercial Leases
Navigating the complex world of commercial leases can be difficult, especially when disputes arise. For commercial tenants, property managers, and business owners, understanding common issues that arise in commercial leases is crucial. Let’s take a look at three frequent sources of conflict in commercial leases and tips for resolving them. Common Lease Disputes 1. Rent Increases What’s the Issue? One …
Why Reviewing Your Contracts with Vendors Once a Year is Crucial to Your Business Success
As a business owner, one of the essential things you should consider is vendor management. Ensuring you work with trustworthy and reliable vendors can be a challenge. So is ensuring you have good business relationships while managing costs and timelines. That’s why it’s essential to review the contracts you have with vendors once a year. Unfortunately, businesses often overlook this …
What is the Difference Between an Asset Purchase and a Share or Membership Purchase?
If you are a business owner interested in purchasing or selling a company, it is essential to understand the different types of transactions available. Two of the most commonly used types are asset purchase and share or membership purchase. While they may seem similar, there are significant differences in how they work and the outcomes they produce. This post will …
How Does Seller Financing Work When Buying or Selling a Company?
Buying or selling a company can be a complicated process, and the financing options available can make all the difference. One financing option that’s gaining popularity, especially for small to medium-sized businesses, is seller financing. This arrangement involves the seller financing part or all of the sale price of the business, rather than relying solely on a third-party lender. In …
Changes in Ownership: Addition and Removal
As your business grows, it may become necessary to add or remove owners from your company. There can be various reasons behind this decision – whether it be for financial reasons, personal reasons, or simply to bring on a new partner. However, this process can be tricky and it’s important to know the proper steps to take to ensure a …
Understanding At-Will Employment in New Mexico
As a business owner or employee in New Mexico, it’s important to understand what at-will employment means and what rights and obligations come with it. At-will employment is a common type of employment relationship where an employer can terminate an employee at any time, for any reason, and without notice. However, there are some legal limitations on at-will employment in …
The Importance of Vendor Contracts and the Role of Lawyers in Ensuring Compliance
Vendor contracts are essential legal agreements that businesses use to establish relationships with suppliers, service providers, and other external vendors. These contracts set out the terms and conditions of the relationship between the parties involved, including the scope of services, payment, deadlines, confidentiality, and legal obligations. They can also include provisions for dispute resolution, intellectual property, and warranties. As such, …
A Guide to Contractor Agreements for Business Owners
If you are a business owner, chances are you’ve heard about contractor agreements. But what exactly is a contractor agreement, and why should you know about them? In this article, we’ll take a look at the basics of contractor agreements and how they can help your business. What is a Contractor Agreement?A contractor agreement is a legally binding document that …
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