“Fiduciary Duty” – It’s More Than Just a Fancy Term.
Most people have probably heard the terms “fiduciary” and “board of directors” at some time or another. However, few realize the connection between the two. So what exactly is a[...]
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Most people have probably heard the terms “fiduciary” and “board of directors” at some time or another. However, few realize the connection between the two. So what exactly is a[...]
In recent en banc Federal Circuit decisions (Akamai Tech. v. Limelight Networks; Mckesson Tech. v. Epic Systems), the court appeared to make minor changes to the previous law for inducement[...]
Patient gag orders and the Medical Justice contracts have been heavily discussed recently. If you are not up to date with Lee v. Makhnevich et al., Robert Lee was a[...]
One of the greatest challenges for employers of small and mid-sized businesses today is navigating the myriad of applicable employment laws. Employers and employees are often unaware of labor and[...]
Nearly all small businesses have to enter into various contracts and deal with the eventual breach of contract that may occur. Such contracts are often agreements between different businesses or[...]
With the new patent reform bill of 2011 under way (i.e. America Invents Act of 2011), it is clear that Congress and President Obama intended to help small businesses. The[...]
Usually we think of kidnappers as facing punishment, not countersuing in order to punish victims. In Kansas however, a man who held a couple hostage is now countersuing them for[...]
A summons just landed in your hands. You have been sued. Consulting a lawyer is the first important step for fighting the lawsuit. Then, you have to respond. There are[...]
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