A business’s ideas, concepts, and innovations are what distinguish it and give it a competitive edge. Known collectively as intellectual property, protecting these intangible assets is both a top priority and a challenge. Fortunately, the…
We expect every professional to deliver what they promise and act responsibly and ethically, but there are certain services where that is particularly true, and where failure to do so represents malpractice. Though physicians and…
Non-compete agreements are a controversial topic. Employers feel that they are essential to maintaining their business’ competitive edge or to protecting trade secrets, intellectual property, and even training methods. Employees see them as an unfair…
A business partnership is a legal entity, and that means that there are specific requirements for bringing it to a close. Whether the partnership is ending due to retirement or death, having achieved its goals,…
Hiring an employee is always a step into the unknown. Depending upon the position you’re filling, the process can be a quick decision or may involve significant time and resources spent interviewing and checking references….
A few years ago, fast-food companies and others were the subject of consternation and criticism when it was learned that they were using non-compete agreements to keep minimum wage employees from moving on to other…
While there are many businesses that operate in the same industry, doing the same thing in the same exact way, the organizations that stand out and excel are the ones that have a “secret sauce”…
The Dragonetti Act is specific to the state of Pennsylvania. It has been in place for more than forty years and was specifically drafted to address the wrongful use of civil proceedings. It provides those…
There was once a time when people looking for a physician would seek recommendations from other doctors, as well as from family members, neighbors, co-workers, and friends. Though that’s still common, most people also take…
In theory, every contract is signed in good faith, with neither party planning on breaking its terms. Unfortunately, however, not every agreement is fulfilled, and if you are left with unfulfilled work or a broken…