If you have ever owned a business or managed the operations for a business of any size, you’ll know that a commercial lease is an essential part of any business. A lease that is in your favor will set the foundation for long-term business success—so it is necessary to do your best to ensure that… Read More »
Common Healthcare Litigation Issues
The complex healthcare industry today contains legal matters that may range from fraud, to statute violations, to contract claims, to employment discrimination. Some of these issues may be familiar, and you may recognize them as occurring in other business arenas, but given the confidential nature of patient information, some are unique to the healthcare industry… Read More »
Business Law Breakdown: Incentivizing Employees – Equity, Bonuses, and Beyond
My name is Kathryn Turpin, and I want to speak for a couple of minutes about something that many business owners face during the lifespan of their business, and that is whether and how to give your employees an equity interest in your company. Pros and Cons of Equity Interest One obvious benefit of doing… Read More »
Business Law Breakdown: Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
State and federal law prohibit sex discrimination in the workplace. Sex discrimination occurs when an employee is treated differently because of that person’s sex or gender. It is illegal to discriminate in any aspect of employment, including hiring, firing, assignments, promotions, pay, and benefits—or any other term or condition of employment. What is Sexual Harassment?… Read More »
Legal Tips for Growing Tech Companies
If you’re the CEO, COO, or CIO of a growing technology company, you’re likely facing a myriad of challenges in order to sustain growth and maintain your competitive edge in a market like this one. It seems like there’s a new tech “disruptor” emerging every other week, and this can be discouraging if you’re still… Read More »
