The A to Z of Commercial Contracts: What Every Business Needs to Know
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The A to Z of Commercial Contracts: What Every Business Needs to Know

In the domain of business ventures, the cornerstone of success lies within the realm of commercial contracts.  Well-crafted contracts, possibly reviewed by a commercial law attorney, can be your invaluable allies. So, how do you transition from a simple handshake to a legally sound document without unnecessary complexity? Let’s get started; it’s not as intimidating...

Do I Need a Real Estate Attorney When Buying or Selling Property?
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Do I Need a Real Estate Attorney When Buying or Selling Property?

When you think of hiring an attorney, it’s often anticipated that a difficult or unpleasant situation has arisen. However, the act of buying or selling real property, while an exciting time, presents several legal challenges where having a real estate attorney by your side can be greatly beneficial. Let’s look at some of the benefits...

How to Choose a Business Structure for Your Startup
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How to Choose a Business Structure for Your Startup

Starting a new business is exciting but can be a confusing process. There are numerous decisions to be made when planning to launch and one of the first is determining the legal structure. Choosing the business type is important as it effects operations, taxes, the amount of paperwork to be filed, and how much personal...

US Property Ownership Primer
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US Property Ownership Primer

We hear a lot of argumentative voices about our constitutional rights these days with respect to such things as freedom of speech, the right to bear arms, the right to protest, etc., but we hear little about our right to own property. Just for fun, let’s briefly explore who really “owns” the property we call...

Fundamentals of a Contract
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Fundamentals of a Contract

Fundamentals of a Contract Years ago, many personal and business deals were made and transacted with a simple handshake. If disagreements ensued, the parties could go to court and ask a judge to resolve the dispute, hopefully, in their favor. These days written contracts are the norm and, if prepared properly, they can protect the...