Biometric security used to be something we saw in movies and dismissed as something for the distant future. Biometrics is no longer exclusive to spy movie bunkers; they are in everyday devices like cell phones. Security features based on unique characteristics seem...
Trying the most complex issues
for over 30 years.
Trying the most complex issues for over 30 years.
Month: May 2021
Red flags for a merger
Joining your business with another can help you both achieve new levels of success or simply to remain afloat during a difficult time. When two business entities decide to join together, it can help both business owners make a significant shift. If you are considering...
Core issue in many real estate disputes: alleged construction defects
When it comes to ranking the importance of a given financial investment, few things rise to the level of a real estate transaction. Property concerns – vast and varied – centrally define much of the American commercial landscape. Construction on myriad types of...
When can trademark limit common terms?
A trademark can help you set apart your brand. When your customers see your trademark, they can instantly know the quality they can expect from their purchase. It can be a challenge to develop branding that will remain unique to your product. Often, branding terms...
Should my employees sign an NDA?
Your employees can be a tremendous asset. Without your staff, you may not be able to reach as many clients trying to work on your own. Employees can also be an incredible risk. Although many employees might be well-intentioned and unaware of the consequences, a member...
Dealing ethically, lawfully with an employee’s disability
Proven Colorado business principals have secured enterprise success through establishing an ability to successfully negotiate challenges and opportunities across a broad spectrum. The list of matters that company owners and key managers routinely focus upon is...
Should I “friend” employees on social media?
Often, employers want employees to have the impression that they care about them. Caring for employees can come in degrees for different workplaces and bosses. You may think that the easiest way to show your employees that you care is by following them or “friending”...
Helping employees make harassment and discrimination claims
One issue that will get your business more negative attention than you can handle is a harassment or discrimination claim gone wrong. An employee who starts upset but needing to talk can quickly turn into a big issue for your company. As much as you may wish you could...
When could frustration of purpose apply to my contract?
Not every contract sees completion. In some cases, you and the other party may agree to modify your terms or that the contract is no longer in your mutual interest. In other situations, parties disagree about the possibility of completing the contract, and there is a...
Common commercial lease mistakes
Depending on your business and territory, owning a brick-and-mortar location may not be feasible. You also may not want to have the risks and obligations that come with owning a building for your business. For some owners, a commercial lease can seem like a reasonable...