The decision to start a business isn't one that is to be made lightly. There is often a lot of time and money devoted to new businesses, and without adequate preparation many of them fail. Yet, those who have a firm grasp on their entrepreneurial ideas can find...
We stand ready to appropriately address contract disputes
On their face, contract disputes seem relatively straightforward. After all, in its most basic terms a contract is nothing more than a legally binding agreement between two parties. Yet, with this basic idea comes a number of nuances that are rife with legal issues....
Ownership dispute over Farrah Fawcett painting resolved
The purpose of a will is to declare the intended succession of ownership of one's property. If questions exist over whether one actually owns a certain property, that issue must be resolved prior to the asset being included in an estate's administration proceedings....
Terminating contracts “for convenience”
There is often added security when it comes to working with government partners in Baton Rouge. Yet that does not necessarily mean that your work with them is guaranteed. Due to their affiliations, they are often afforded special benefits. One of these is who they are...
Business formation and legal issues involving partners
Launching a business can be a stressful time in one's life, but it can also be an exciting step toward a very bright financial future. There are many different aspects of business formation to take into consideration, and the way in which these matters are handled can...
Common defenses to contract enforceability
Contract disputes are commonplace in the business world. Businesses and individuals often fail to meet expectations laid out in these legal agreements, and other parties to the contract can be financially harmed as a result. This leads to breach of contract claims...
Workplace problems and estate planning
Whether someone is having a hard time with regard to naming beneficiaries and figuring out how to split up their assets or they cannot decide which type of trust will suit their needs best, there are many different estate planning challenges that people may have to...
Is your will overdue for an update?
Creating a will is always a good place to start when getting your personal affairs in order and establishing your wishes for your estate, but it is unwise to leave a will unchanged for years. Unfortunately, many people believe that simply creating a will protects...
Oil company’s acquisition may set stage for industry
Mergers and acquisitions are a great way to expand a business and increase profitability. Buying another business or merging with it can reduce costs and expand client base. Of course, there's also some risk involved with each of these processes. To start with, they...
Business sales and valuation methods
The decision to sell a business is not one to be made lightly. After all, a lot of hard work goes into building, maintaining, and running a business. This can create emotional attachment in some instances, while others find themselves so frustrated with a business...