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I Just Got Served with a Lawsuit. Now what?
I Just Got Served with a Lawsuit. Now what? Being served with a lawsuit can be an overwhelming experience, especially if this is your first time being sued. You may not know where to turn...
How to Succeed at Franchise Shopping? Seven Mistakes to Avoid.
How to Succeed at Franchise Shopping? Seven Mistakes to Avoid. A great way to go into business for yourself is purchasing a ready-made franchise. Many potential business owners fall for some of the classic errors...
PURCHASING A FRANCHISE VS. STARTING YOUR OWN BUSINESS
Purchasing a Franchise vs. Starting Your Own Business Owning your own business is a very attractive option. You are your own boss, with the ability to make your own schedule, and the power to be...
I Did Not Sign Any Documents. Can I Be Sued for Breach of Contract?
I Did Not Sign Any Documents. Can I Be Sued for Breach of Contract? In short, absolutely you can! Oral contracts are legal and binding in the state of Arizona. Four queries about your specific...
Is there any legal action I can take to hold a dishonest reviewer accountable for the damage to my business’s reputation and financial performance?
Is there any legal action I can take to hold a dishonest reviewer accountable for the damage to my business’s reputation and financial performance? Q: I am the owner of a small diner. I recently...
How Do I Know If I Have A Binding Contract?
How Do I Know If I Have A Binding Contract? What Constitutes A Legally Binding Contract? According to Arizona law, three elements must be present in order for courts to view a contract as legally...
Constructive Discharge
Constructive Discharge When an employer creates such a “difficult or unpleasant” work environment that an employee feels that he has to resign, the law considers the employee “constructively discharged” or “constructively terminated.” In the 1970s,...
Property Owner’s Liability for Customers, Social Guests, and Trespassers
Property Owner’s Liability for Customers, Social Guests, and Trespassers When business owners invite customers onto their premises, they implicitly warrant to the customers that the shop is reasonably safe, and the business owners accept certain...
What is a Buy/Sell Agreement, and Does my Small Business Really Need One?
What is a Buy/Sell Agreement, and Does my Small Business Really Need One? A Buy-Sell Agreement (sometimes referred to as “buy-out agreements” or “business continuation agreements”) is a contract governing what happens to a business...
Should I Sign a Settlement Agreement with a Confidentiality Clause?
Should I Sign a Settlement Agreement with a Confidentiality Clause? In some litigation cases, the two sides might decide to settle their case for one of many reasons. Frequently, one or both of the parties...