No matter how carefully they construct their credit application, businesses will sometimes find that customers, contractors or business partners do not pay their bills on time. The debtor may explain to the creditor that they are behind because business is slow, they...
It is time to update trade secret protections
President Biden signed the Protecting American Intellectual Property Act (PAIP) into law in early 2023. Lawmakers drafted it to protect American businesses from theft by foreign entities. The law tasks the White House with notifying Congress of major foreign companies...
Effective credit applications make a difference
Credit applications are often the lifeblood of a business, enabling them to work with vendors, other companies and customers. These legal contracts outline the terms of payment and better ensure that credit is extended to the appropriate parties. Still, one that goes...
7 options for financing a business
Many great business plans wither on the vine because there needed to be more financing. It may become apparent at some point that there needs to be an infusion of capital to enable it to endeavor to meet its potential. There are different options when seeking...
Should I add an arbitration clause to my business contracts?
Business professionals who are familiar with litigation know that going to court for a breach of contract or disagreement with an opposing party can be lengthy, costly and inefficient. Many contracts these days include an arbitration clause, which requires the parties...
What if a real estate transaction involves an easement?
Real estate with an easement is not unusual and can be an excellent investment. Still, the buyer should understand exactly how the easement affects the value before closing the sale. An easement is a legally binding agreement that allows non-owners or non-occupants...
Personal guarantees make a difference when collecting a debt
Binding contracts are a cornerstone of every successful business. They stipulate the goods, services, delivery date, and cost. They also should include various clauses, including what happens if the customer does not pay their bill. Some go a step further in asking...
Using outside legal counsel is good business
Large companies have a legal department, but businesses of every size need outside legal guidance to operate effectively. Legal representation, however, costs money, so it is always worth weighing the company's needs. There are a variety of benefits to using outside...
Businesses going into receivership can benefit creditors
Businesses often prefer to avoid Chapter 11 and go into receivership because it carries fewer negative connotations and involves less administrative work. A regulator, private entity or court appoints a receiver to the businesses. Once the company goes into...
Clauses are an essential part of commercial leases
Whether opening a business, expanding it or moving it to a new location, shopping for a suitable new space is important. Once you select a space, it is time to review the landlord's commercial lease. These are often lengthy with a lot of legal jargon, but it is...