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Litigation & the Dispositive Motion

April 15, 2025
/ Legal
/ By Joshua L. Gablin

Tags: Business Law, Litigation, Risk Management and Risk Analysis, Strategy,

Litigation is slow and expensive, however if a lawsuit can be resolved with a dispositive motion, the pain of litigation can be faster and cheaper.

An Ounce of Prevention: Policies, Procedures, and Proactivity in Employment

Tags: Business Law, Business Operations, Employment & Labor Dynamics, Small Business, Start-Ups & Entrepreneurship,

Implementing clear policies, structured procedures, and proactive management strategies cultivates a positive work environment and mitigates potential risks.

Copyrights, Patents, and Trademarks — A Practical Guide to Intellectual Property

Tags: Business Law, Intellectual Property, Small Business, Start-Ups & Entrepreneurship, Technology,

Understanding the nuances of copyrights, patents, and trademarks is essential for professionals across various fields.

Safeguarding Your Intellectual Property With a US Patent

March 19, 2025
/ Legal
/ By Joel Merkin

Tags: Business Law, Intellectual Property, Small Business, Start-Ups & Entrepreneurship, Technology,

A US patent is an intellectual property right issued by the US government that provides legal protection for inventions and serves as a form of protection against infringement.

What Is ‘Free Enterprise’?

March 5, 2025
/ Business Culture • Investors
/ By David M. Freedman

Tags: Business Law, Culture, Economy, Investors, Real Estate,

In 1800, John Peck purchased Yazoo Land from a New England land company. Read about the ensuing legal battle that defined ‘Free Enterprise’.

Temporary Restraining Orders and Preliminary Injunctions

February 25, 2025
/ Legal
/ By Joshua L. Gablin

Tags: Business Law, Employment & Labor Dynamics, HR, Intellectual Property, Litigation,

TROs and preliminary injunctions are legal tools used to preserve the status quo and prevent irreparable damage while a case progresses through the courts.

How Important Is Timing With Your Fraud Statute of Limitations? Turns Out, Very

Tags: Business Law, Business Management, Financial Literacy, Risk Management and Risk Analysis, Small Business,

Simply saying you had no idea may not work when it comes to a fraud claim. Learn how a fraud statute of limitations can determine your case.

Managing Employee Assets: HR Strategies for the Entire Employment Lifecycle

January 31, 2025
/ Business Culture • Business Owners & Executives
/ By The Financial Poise Editors

Tags: Business Law, Business Operations, Employment & Labor Dynamics, Small Business, Start-Ups & Entrepreneurship,

Businesses encounter numerous legal challenges in the hiring process. They must balance their interests while adhering to federal, state and local laws.

What Employers of Foreign National Workers Should Know to Prepare for a USCIS Site Visit

October 2, 2024
/ Entrepreneurship • Legal
/ By Fiona McEntee and Katherine Del Rosario

Tags: Business Law, Business Operations, Employment & Labor Dynamics, HR, Regulations,

The US increased USCIS site visits to employers of foreign nationals to combat H1-B visa fraud. Here’s how to prepare for a site visit.

Getting More Value From Your Lawyer-Client Relationship

September 2, 2024
/ Business Owners & Executives
/ By Henry Krasnow

Tags: Advisors, Business Law, Business Leadership, Business Management, Communication, Litigation,

Building value in your lawyer-client relationship requires the right questions and expectations. Don’t just hire a lawyer. Hire a partner.

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