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Your employment contract probably talks about what you expect your workers to do and how you will compensate them for fulfilling those obligations. You can also include terms that discuss what you don't want your employees to do. So-called restrictive covenants are...
A breach of contract could leave your company scrambling to find services, a new supplier or other crucial resources for its operations. If the party that violated the contract doesn't quickly take steps to make things right, you may eventually decide to file a...
When something goes wrong with a supplier, it can be disastrous for your own company’s bottom line and reputation. Like it or not, the public may not draw a distinction between your supply chain problems and you. For an example, you only have to look at the problems...
You are a reputable contractor who works hard to produce quality new builds and renovations. You understand that it is all part of the game of keeping the client happy to give in on requests from time to time. But it is one thing to accommodate a client’s reasonable...
Convenience stores face a number of security challenges, in part because they’re open late into the night, if not 24 hours a day, every day of the week. As a store or franchise owner, you’re concerned with the safety of your employees, but you also need to look out...
As a construction company here in Mississippi, you’ve probably had your fair share of disgruntled customers over the years. While it’s likely that you’ve been able to resolve many of those issues without an attorney, arbitrator or court’s intervention, some may be...
If you want to start a company with a new business partner, you may be wondering if the two of you need to sign any official paperwork or a contract to work together. Is a partnership agreement required, or can you just declare yourselves to be co-owners and move...
Breaches of warranties and breaches of contracts are two of the most common reasons for business lawsuits. If you find yourself contemplating a lawsuit against someone else or another business, you may find it helpful to understand the difference between each of these...
People who run businesses are often skilled negotiators -- but they can still find themselves in scenarios where they can't resolve their own issues. Maybe you have run into a conflict with a supplier or a company that is supposed to remodel your offices. Neither of...
When someone commissions you to work on a building for them, they can get upset if you do not finish the work by the agreed deadline. They might withhold payment or try to reduce the amount they agreed to pay you. It is essential to understand that not all delays are...
