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Feb 6, 2024

Back in 2021, we discussed the difference between trademark infringement and trademark dilution. Business and trademark owners know that both issues can have a considerable impact on their reputations. However, the main concern when it comes to dilution often lies in determining whether or not it is truly a dilution of a trademark or a […]

Dec 5, 2023

It should be simple: you provide a service, and your customer pays you for that service. Unfortunately, it is not always so simple. Not getting paid for your work can be one of the most frustrating issues, especially for small businesses. It also does not take much for money matters to lead to larger disputes. […]

Nov 27, 2020

Business owners work hard for what their company has achieved. Everything from the purpose of the business to the carefully cultivated clients is a valued and protected asset for entrepreneurs. Even the logo or branding represents a hard-fought victory full of symbolism, dedication, pride – and perhaps most importantly crucial brand identity and value. Consequently, […]

Nov 11, 2020

When you hire someone new, it can be difficult to know how things will work out. Some employees are fabulous – hardworking, smart and get along well with your team. Others, not so much all the time. Maybe they aren’t so great at following rules and directions, or they don’t mesh well with your other […]

Nov 6, 2020

Construction contractors face professional challenges every day. Between client relations, workers, suppliers, vendors, building inspectors and a different workplace with every new job, contractors must satisfy a wide range of demands at once. To complicate matters, contractors must deal with frequent litigation over contract disputes or errors. Thankfully, many states in the U.S. attempt to […]

Jul 7, 2020

When a former employee misappropriates your company’s secrets in violation of their non-compete agreement with your company, it may feel like a punch in the gut and you may not know how to respond. WHAT DO NON-COMPETE AGREEMENTS PROTECT? Non-compete agreements protect a variety of business interests. They prevent employees from working for a competitor, […]

Jun 11, 2020

Your company likely does its best to compensate employees in a fair and timely manner. Yet on occasion, a disgruntled employee might claim you violated wage and hour regulations. They may try pursuing a settlement, and you may worry that it will hurt your business’ reputation and finances. While your company may have made wage […]

Apr 8, 2020

Have you, as Summoner, been able to guide your Champion to destroy a Nexus or two? If you are one of the estimated 100 million active League of Legends players world with League of Legends, it is likely that you fully understand how elusive victory can be in the online battle arena. Those unfamiliar with […]

Apr 9, 2019

Holidays – particularly the year-end Holidays, are supposed to be a time for relaxing and disconnecting. However, in the business world, that doesn’t always happen. Between the end-of-year demands and the stress of trying to accommodate employee holiday needs and wishes, it can be a lot for employers to manage. However, there are some basic […]

Apr 2, 2019

Employees deserve to celebrate occasionally, whether it’s for hitting sales goals, making it to retirement or for an annual holiday party. Unfortunately, office parties can get out of hand when alcohol is provided. Employers may be held liable when problems occur at work parties, even when they are hosted offsite. An employer could face litigation […]