by Jeff Barnett | Mar 8, 2018 | Business and Corporate
Business Entity Formation Business entities can take many different forms – sole proprietorships, partnerships, limited liability companies (LLC), and corporations are the most common ones. Although they are simple and have the most flexibility and least...
by Jeff Barnett | Nov 13, 2017 | Business and Corporate
Choosing the appropriate legal form for a business is one of the first issues most entrepreneurs face. It is an important decision at the formation stage and also as a business grows. Sole proprietorships are generally the easiest. Corporations offer some different...
by Jeff Barnett | Jul 10, 2017 | Business and Corporate, Divorce, Family Law
Sometimes estranged spouses can remain fair, rational and civil during divorce proceedings. But in other cases, a divorce can turn ugly. When the couple’s assets involve a business interest, the situation can be extremely complex. Husbands and wives may become...
by Jeff Barnett | Mar 22, 2017 | Business and Corporate, Expert Testimony, Expert Witness, Litigation
Scenario: An expert forensic accountant is hired by the plaintiff’s counsel to determine economic damages in a financial dispute. The expert meets with the attorneys and the clients to discuss the key elements of the case. They talk about what is expected, as...
by Jeff Barnett | Jan 18, 2017 | Business and Corporate
Have you ever thought of owning a franchise? Or are you in a business where you hope to have franchisees? Many businesses are set up as a franchisor/franchisee relationship. In these situations, it’s important to draft agreements not only to cover the immediate...
by Jeff Barnett | Nov 22, 2016 | Business and Corporate, Employment
Your business or organization can reduce tensions from and conflicts with employees… and help lessen the risks of employee-initiated legal actions by focusing on at least 12 areas. 1. Ensure managers and supervisors are qualified to coach and lead. Studies of...
