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Is It Worth It to Hire an Advisor?—Why Only a Trusted Advisor Will Do

Hiring a trusted advisor is worth the time and money you’ll save doing something you cannot or should not do by yourself.

In business transactions, a deal attorney may describe certain contract terms as “market.” What does this mean, and should you agree to them?

Remember the $400 million “This is Spinal Tap” lawsuit? It just settled. Here’s what it teaches about fraud claims and the economic loss rule.

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

While a comparative fault defense isn’t always an option in fraud cases, the defendant could still argue that the victim is to blame.

You don’t have to be a lawyer to understand the U.S. Legal System. Get to know types of federal laws and how to break down federal legal language.

The employee handbook. Most businesses have them, but is yours effective? Read this guide to the 7 must-have elements of an employee handbook.

What is puffery, and when is it actually sales fraud? The Trump SoHo case provides insight into what constitutes “mere puffery” in court.

Don’t ask who needs a will. Ask how to make a will. Estate planning is important, regardless of the number of assets you own.

If you’re seeking disaster relief during the coronavirus crisis, a corporate lawyer is unnecessary. Here are 4 examples of when to hire a lawyer.