These crazy times have affected every aspect of our lives. This includes both our personal and business lives. Business law has not gone unaffected, which begs the question, can these crazy times be used as an excuse to not perform a contractual obligation? Well, like...
Contracts
Contracts should have individualized drafting
A contract is a critical legal document that a business can use for a myriad of purposes. A company may use contracts to establish agreements with vendors or other entities, and it likely uses contracts to secure employees into work roles. A well-drafted contract can...
Is my NDA enforceable?
Business owners want to keep their recipe for success a secret. But many know they must share information with third parties to continue growth and maintain a healthy bottom line. Because of this, many enter nondisclosure agreements with third parties they work with....
The importance of volunteer screening
Many Michigan nonprofits use volunteers to serve the community in significant ways. Unpaid workers are often the heart and soul of any charitable organization. They are responsible for working directly with those who benefit from the organization’s mission as the...
What should I look for in a contract review?
Before signing on the dotted line in Detroit, it is important to understand the nature of the contract that you are agreeing to. One of the most important aspects of contract design is the review process. There are certain things that you should be looking for, no...
How much protection can a contract give your business?
Protecting your business and its resources, competencies and intellectual property is critical to its long-term success. One way that you can prevent costly losses because of other people or entities taking advantage of your company and its initiatives is to require...
Can you legally break an employment contract?
Whether you are an employer or employee, when you sign an employment contract, you make a legal agreement. Breaking such a contract is difficult regardless of whether you live in Detroit or Chicago or anywhere else. Contract laws are fairly specific and strong....
What are the crucial elements of a contract?
As a Michigan or Illinois business owner, you and your company enter into numerous business contracts. Whether they represent purchase or sale agreements, employment agreements, partnership agreements or some other type of agreement, contracts form a major part of...
What to include in an employment contract
As a Michigan or Illinois business owner or someone who otherwise has a hand in company hiring decisions, you may find it beneficial to create an employment contract that protects your business, should you and your employee part ways. At Pentiuk, Couvreur &...
Contract negotiation tips
Entrepreneurs and company executives in Michigan and Illinois know that negotiation is part and parcel of getting business done. Hammering out the details of contracts such as lease agreement, purchase deals, vendor or distributor agreements and more can be...
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