While the saying “it’s just business” or “it’s nothing personal” is meant to de-escalate a business dispute, it rarely works. Business owners are personally involved in their businesses and emotionally tied to their ventures, making it difficult not to have an emotional, knee-jerk reaction to contractual or partnership friction. And that can be a recipe […]
Business litigation disputes can stem from any number of causes, but there are a few areas that litigators see more than others. The upshot is that by taking note of the most common sources of dispute, companies can proactively tighten up policies and strengthen contracts to mitigate as much litigation risk as possible. And while […]
When it comes to resolving disputes, there are several methods to try depending on the situation. Litigation, arbitration, and mediation are three of the main avenues for dispute resolution. Below, we explain each option, then discuss how to choose the right method. Litigation Litigation is the most formal process of resolving disputes, and the most […]
Most people want to avoid becoming embroiled in litigation at all costs, but there are times when it’s unavoidable. Whether you’ve been served or are thinking of filing a complaint, it’s important to understand what the main stages of litigation are, what the process entails, and how to navigate it. The term “litigation” simply refers […]
No matter what type of business you own or run, you know that staying on top of your accounts receivables is imperative to your success. When one or more of your clients or consumers doesn‘t pay an invoice, it can quickly and severely hurt your business. Perhaps you‘ve already done your best to contact them and politely ask for payment, and you‘ve […]
This month of September, we will be addressing various issues related to operational issues for businesses. This post will give an overview of the primary sources of risk an average business is subject to as it relates to third parties. Taking a page from one of my favorite authors, C.S. Lewis, there are too equal […]
The Lawful Activities Statute, C.R.S. 24-34-402.5 One of the exceptions to the general rule that an employer can terminate an at-will employee at any time for any reason as mentioned in an earlier post, Employees and Independent Contractors: The Basic Framework, is the statutory protection of an employee’s legal off-duty activities. Under the Lawful Activities […]
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