Even if you don’t have a lot of legal knowledge, you probably know that someone who has breached a contract has violated that contract in some way. In most cases, if one party breaks a legally binding contract in Rhode Island, the other party has some legal recourse.
Of course, in...
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Category: Business Litigation
Someone Slandered My Business. Do I Have a Defamation Claim?
As a business owner, you undoubtedly do everything in your power to grow, maintain, and protect your business. As such, when someone’s slanderous comments threaten its future, you should not hesitate to take action. A Rhode Island defamation lawyer can determine whether you have a valid claim on your hands.
Understanding Slander and...
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What Happens When a Business Partner Decides to Leave the Partnership?
Over time, many members of business partnerships decide to move on from their collaboration, and depending on the nature of that coalition, the exodus of a business partner could lead to monumental consequences or simply mean that business continues as usual.
In any case, the departure of a business partner is...
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Is It Possible to Get Out of a Non-Compete Agreement?
A non-compete agreement can create significant hardships for you if you must leave your present employer. The terms of your non-compete can impact your next career move, whether you continue to work in your chosen industry or not, and they may compel you to move to a new location.
As prudent...
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Steps to Take When Removing a Business Partner
Business relationships are complex, and at times, strain or pressure may result in the need to dissolve a company, partnership, or other business-related endeavors. However, since companies are legal entities, terminating a partnership can sometimes be complicated and may even involve the courts.
With that being said, the necessary steps to...
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How a Business Litigation Attorney Can Help with Mergers and Acquisitions
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are common in the business world. Having a business litigation lawyer on your team is important to ensure these transactions go smoothly. If you're not sure whether you’ll require an attorney, consider how a business litigation attorney can help with M&A.
What is a business litigation attorney?
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5 Common Causes of Business Contract Disputes
When it comes to business contracts, it’s not uncommon for disputes to arise between the parties involved. Though contracts exist to ensure terms are met and agreed upon, conflicts and disagreements still abound.
Business law is complex and involves many moving parts. Many times, the courts may be the only...
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How to Approach a Breach of Fiduciary Duty
Many categories of people have a fiduciary duty to other individuals. Some examples include:
Attorneys to clients
Executors to heirs
CEOs to shareholders
Employers to employees
Accountants...
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Protect Your Business from Identity Theft
Identity theft is an ongoing problem that can affect anyone. Unscrupulous individuals steal personal information and use it for illegal financial gain, usually to the detriment of the person whose identity has been stolen.
But individuals aren’t the only ones who can be targeted by identity theft. Businesses are also...
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Common Causes of Partnership Disputes
People rarely enter into a business partnership expecting a conflict to arise, but unfortunately, disputes between business partners are all too common. From disagreements about the growth of the business to concerns about illegal activity, the causes of partnership disputes are myriad.
Without a firm partnership agreement that addresses the assignment...
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