No workplace activity is deadlier than driving. From 2003-2017, work-related motor vehicle crashes killed more than 27,000 workers, according to federal data. That makes on-the-job crashes the leading cause of work-related deaths in the U.S. But it’s not just the...
Month: July 2019
Help! My business is being sued?
No one ever wants a to be sued, but unfortunately, there is even a greater possibility of facing a lawsuit if you own a small business. You may find yourself being sued by an employee, a vendor, a client, or even another business and are likely to feel overwhelmed and...
For your business’ sake, avoid arguments with your partners
Partnerships come with many benefits when starting a company. Unfortunately, along with the benefits can also come disputes. Many of the conflicts will arise from differences with branding, managing philosophies, and even the direction and growth of the company. This...
Nike accused Kawhi Leonard of breach of contract, fraud
A company's intellectual property can range anywhere from information of operational procedures and product designs to company logos. Should a company in Louisiana feel that another party is using its intellectual property without consent, it may wish to take steps to...
1 files breach of contract claim against former employer
When a valued employee declares an intention of leaving to pursue career advancement elsewhere, a company in Louisiana may choose to take measures to convince this person to stay. Should either party fail to abide by the terms of an arrangement offered under similar...
Tea company accused of false advertising re natural ingredients
There may be many individuals in Louisiana and elsewhere who are drawn to the appeal of products that contain all natural ingredients. Unfortunately, what is written on the label of a product might not always reflect the actual contents. The Organic Consumers...
Asset disputes may arise among blended families
There may be a multitude of individuals in Louisiana and elsewhere who have decided to enter a second, or even third marriage. In some cases, successive marriages may also bring new additions to the family and create a need to update existing estate plans....
Coca-Cola and Monster Energy dispute over new beverage
Monster Energy recently attempted to stop the global distribution of Coca-Cola’s new energy drink. Shortly after the product launched in Europe, Monster Beverage Corporation filed a suit against Coca-Cola. Both companies agreed to submit their dispute to arbitration...