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Understanding Fairness In Corporate Governance

The main goal of corporate governance is to establish a system of practices and rules by which a company operates and to build that system into the DNA of the business. Good corporate governance aligns stakeholder interests around the fundamental principles of accountability, responsibility, transparency, and fairness.   Adherence to these principles and other related ones, […]

Small and medium-sized businesses make up the majority of companies in America today. Their work is critical to the economy, but they often lack the means—including the time, resources, and knowledge—to protect it.  If you’re a small business leader, it’s critical not to overlook your business’s intellectual property (IP). Your business needs to protect its […]

A privacy policy outlines exactly what types of information your business is gathering from website visitors, how you plan to use the information, and how you’ll keep it private.  This has become increasingly important in recent years for several reasons. First, your privacy policy helps your business build trust with customers and is a legal […]

While reviewing your real estate paperwork, you may have noticed the word “easement.” At our Denver law firm, we often hear from people who are concerned by easements on their property, and they want our advice about what to do.  The truth is that easements are very common. Most properties have at least one. Here […]

What Is a Title Defect?

A title defect happens because of claims made against that property by someone other than the current owner. Also called a “cloud on the title,” these defects can exist in many forms. For example, a lien against the property for unpaid child support, spousal support, or another debt can prevent a property from being sold […]

How to Find and Use Tax Credits as a Business Owner

Businesses need a few important things to succeed: dedicated employees, a solid product or service, and cash. Cash is king. Colorado business owners can keep more cash in the business by finding and taking advantage of tax credits.   Of course, like most tax issues, the tax credit topic tends to make business owners a little […]

Top 4 Tax Compliance Issues for Companies

You probably decided to run your own business for various reasons, such as independence or the ability to offer something valuable to your community; However, chances are, an opportunity to learn about the tax code was nowhere on your list.   Filing taxes and complying with tax rules are critical parts of every business owner’s […]

Preventing Wrongful Termination Suits

The decision to fire an employee is not one you should arrive at haphazardly. Termination is an issue that affects every business sooner or later. In every case, it must be handled with the proper care and attention to mitigate the risk of a wrongful termination claim.  Why Litigation Is Something to Avoid  Winning a […]

How to Create a Clear Harassment Policy in Your Workplace

Creating a policy around workplace harassment may not be high on an employer’s to-do list. There may be the temptation to cut and paste a policy from another employer and be done with it. However, this common shortcut can leave your business exposed to serious liability issues in the future. Instead, your harassment policy should […]

Business partnerships can work exceptionally well when both people are equally vested in the company’s future. Over time, however, their vesting can fade for one reason or another. What happens if one partner wants to sell or exit, and the other doesn’t? It’s crucial to take proactive steps to limit legal disputes if such a […]