Contract Clauses That Lead to Business Disputes and How to Resolve Them
Contracts are vital to every business, but even a small oversight in drafting can lead to disputes that drain resources and harm relationships. Let’s explore five common areas of contract disputes and offer strategies to resolve them, ensuring smoother business operations and better protection for all parties involved.
Understanding Debt in Business Mergers
One of the most critical points of negotiation in many business mergers is the companies’ debts. Corporate debt can play an outsized role in a merger transaction, including determining company valuation and merger price, transaction terms, or even whether the merger happens. Understanding business debt in the context of a merger...
Corporate Governance in 2024: Important Considerations to Understand
In recent years, many companies have shifted their thinking regarding corporate governance. Rather than focusing on financial performance, business leaders have expanded their view to consider broader or longer-term consequences of corporate decisions, such as effects on the company workforce, the environment, or society. New trends in corporate governance include ESG...
What Should You Do If Your Business Is Getting Sued?
Are you facing a lawsuit against your business and unsure how to proceed? Taking the proper steps now can make a big difference in the outcome of your case. Here’s what you should do.
Stay Calm and Assess the SituationIt’s easy to get...
How Do I Determine Patent Infringement?
When you see a product or process that resembles your patented invention, you might wonder whether the manufacturer of that other product has infringed upon your patent rights. Determining whether you may have a patent infringement claim begins with understanding patent rights and how to evaluate whether a product or process...
International Business Litigation: Consideration for Korean Companies
Companies in Korea that do business in the U.S. understand that they face the potential risk of legal disputes and litigation with their counterparties should the relationship sour. Knowing what factors and considerations to evaluate when facing international business litigation can give your company a head start in protecting its rights...
Grounds for Commercial Lease Terminations
Commercial leases govern the relationship between a property owner and a business leasing space for its operations. One of the most critical terms in commercial leases is the grounds by which one or either party may terminate the lease. Parties may agree to various provisions that entitle the landlord or tenant...
Tips for Korean Companies Who Want to Expand to the U.S.
Korean companies that want to expand the sale of their products and services to the U.S. face significant challenges, but the benefits can often be well worth it. Following specific tips and considerations can give your business the best chance at success in establishing a foothold in the U.S. market.
General Contractor/Sub-contractor Disputes and Mechanic’s Liens: FAQ
With both new construction and major renovation projects staying strong in Texas, disputes between contractors and subcontractors are increasingly common throughout the construction industry . This is to the complexity of projects, clashes between newcomers and legacy companies, tight deadlines, and budget constraints.
The most common issues remain the...
Intel vs. VLSI Case Study: Important Case Study Implications
A U.S. Court of Appeals decision to overturn a $2.18 billion judgment won by VLSI against Intel could have important case study implications for patent law and intellectual property litigation.
The Western District Court of Texas issued the original judgment. The Texas business and