In order to be enforceable, Michigan non compete agreements must reasonably restrict employee mobility, and must protect a legitimate business interest. As a business, it is frustrating when you invest in an employee only to have them turn around and use the experience and training you have provided for another company’s benefit. To prevent this, many employers use a...
Continue ReadingYou work hard to build strong business relationships and fulfill your contracts. You should be able to expect that your hard work is not unlawfully undermined. Contact our law firm today if you believe you have a case against another party for tortious interference. But what happens if someone actively works to undermine your efforts or steal your opportunities...
Continue ReadingWhen someone files a discrimination complaint against your company with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), federal law provides you with the right to respond with an EEOC position statement. An effective EEOC statement of position adequately responds to the complaint with supportive evidence. What Is an EEOC Position Statement? An EEOC position statement is an employer’s response to...
Continue ReadingThe UCC is a comprehensive set of laws governing commercial transactions in the United States. It is a joint project of the Uniform Law Commission and the American Law Institute. A primary purpose of the UCC is to facilitate the predictability and efficiency of business activities by making (or attempting to make) business laws consistent state-by-state. However, until enacted...
Continue ReadingWhen you have worked hard to build a business, having someone try to sabotage it is devastating. This situation is even more upsetting when it is your partner that is sabotaging your business. Luckily, you have rights as a business owner. There are a number of steps you can take to protect your business, up to and including suing...
Continue ReadingShareholder fraud occurs, most typically, when a company makes or publishes false or misleading information to induce investors to invest in the company. A company can also commit fraud by making other false statements that are relied on by someone who is the victim of fraud. A company can also engage in other wrongful conduct, including where those with...
Continue ReadingIf you’re minority owner of a privately held company, a shareholder rights attorney can help you understand your benefits and protect your rights. Minority shareholders are those who hold less than 51% of the shares in a corporation. Both publicly traded and privately held companies have shareholders. However, the rights of minority shareholders in closely held corporations may be...
Continue ReadingContracts are essential in the business world. They govern things like sales, services, employment, payment of debts, and more. Contracts help make your business transactions predictable. If someone contracts with you to provide a good or service, you should be able to count on them to follow through. Unfortunately, whether intentionally or unintentionally, not everyone comes through on their...
Continue ReadingIt is highly recommended that you have a written partnership agreement any time you establish a business partnership. Nevertheless, many small businesses operate without one. If you get along well with your partners, you may feel that a partnership agreement is unnecessary. However, dissolving a business partnership without an agreement can be challenging. If your Partnership Agreement does not...
Continue ReadingThe Most Common Reasons for Suing a Business Partner Just like with a marriage, no one enters a business partnership expecting it to break down. Unfortunately, despite your best efforts, serious disputes sometimes arise between business partners. In many cases, you may be able to reach a resolution and move forward with your business. In other cases, more serious...
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