A lot of contract disputes are about money. Breached terms can lead to lost revenues or lost purchase costs, which can leave a business in financial trouble. Therefore, proving financial loss is often a key part of a breach of contract case. But there are instances...
Contract drafting to avoid contract disputes
Every relationship has its disagreements. In the business world, though, these disagreements can have ramifications that can be utterly devastating to one side or the other. Depending on the outcome of a case, a party may suffer significant financial harm and damage...
Creating a brand for your new business
Arguably, the most important aspect of a successful business is a competitive and valuable product. However, if this product is not effectively communicated to the appropriate markets, it can still fail. This is why building a brand is a vital part of business...
Aspects of due diligence as it relates to acquisitions
On its face, a business acquisition seems relatively straightforward. One business essentially decides to buy another for the purpose of expanding its business operations and/or reducing costs. Yet, the process can be much more challenging. There are a number of...
Another bank merger happens in Louisiana
Bank mergers seem to be a trending event across the nation, and Louisiana is no different. In this respect, MidSouth Bank and Hancock Whitney recently announced that they will be merging. The deal is more like an acquisition, though the parties involved are referring...
Be clear with basic terms to avoid contract disputes
A contract dispute can flip the script on a business. It can lead to contentious litigation that results in court-ordered damages that are financially devastating, as well as irreparable harm to a business's reputation. Although it is not always the case, sometimes it...
Considerations when thinking about business formation
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....
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...
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...