There could be a multitude of scenarios in which hiring employees to assist with daily operations could prove integral to the well-being and growth of a company. However, similar endeavors can come with a great deal of responsibility and a certain level of risk....
Contracts and restrictive covenants are some of the most important tools available to a Georgia business. These types of agreements provide protection for multiple parties entering into any type of business relationship, including relationships with contractors, third...
There may be many entrepreneurs who are constantly seeking out ways to cultivate a healthier future for their enterprises. In some cases, opportunities for growth may come in the form of mergers and acquisitions. Business owners in Georgia who are weighing the...
Lululemon is most well-known for its athletic apparel, but the company more recently made headlines for asking a federal court to throw out a lawsuit. The lawsuit was filed by Peloton, an exercise equipment company. The dispute initially started over an intellectual...
Litigation costs in the United States are at an all-time high. Prior to initiating a lawsuit, a party should avoid a knee-jerk reaction and instead complete a cost-benefit analysis to determine the value of its claim. While standing on principle is commendable,...
R.Kyle Paske It is common for a small or mid-sized business to be blindsided by a lawsuit seeking overtime pay, brought by a worker the business believed was either: a) not their employee, or b) exempt from overtime pay. For the reasons discussed below (clue: saving...
Location matters when it comes to brick-and-mortar businesses. However, securing the best possible commercial real estate can sometimes put a burden on your business finances. You do not have to simply accept whatever terms are thrown at you in exchange for your ideal...
Owning a franchise can be a great business opportunity. However, to truly succeed it is important that one understands everything that goes into franchising. Certain terms used frequently in the world of franchising might seem unfamiliar or even confusing at first, so...
Shareholders provide invaluable financial backing for companies in exchange for part ownership or equity. While this setup is generally mutually beneficial, shareholders may sometimes act in a manner that fundamentally harms the company. Creating ironclad shareholder...
If your business is like many, it is struggling to get through these difficult economic times. Perhaps you are having to cut hours because of staff shortages, or you simply don’t have the customer base you used to before the recent health crisis and business...