In Lafayette and across Louisiana, those who are trying to start a business will have many business entities to choose from. One of the more popular structures is a Limited Liability Company (LLC). With an LLC, the members’ personal assets are generally shielded if...
Commercial Litigation
Can you tell if your business partner is cheating you?
As a co-owner of a business in Lafayette, you’ve worked hard to get where you are. You and your co-owner both put time and effort into this work, but you’ve noticed that the other founder isn’t as invested as they once were. If you’re convicted that they’re cheating...
What companies should know about unfair business practices
No matter how hard you try, your business may not always satisfy every customer or client. However, if someone accuses your business of using unfair business practices, you need to investigate that. Your company could end up facing a lawsuit over using unfair business...
When business partners have a falling out
When you and your business partner started working together, you likely had similar goals and a shared plan for how to execute them. Now, you two may have different ideas about how you want to run your business. You may barely be able to speak with each other and your...
More lawsuits likely on the docket for Monsanto
Monsanto Co., and its popular weed-killing product Roundup, are privy to fighting lawsuits after being hit with numerous high-profile suits in recent years. One case that gained national attention, concluded with ordering Monsanto to pay Alva and Alberta Pilloid $2...
Delays and property damage leads to breach of contract claim
Delays in the performance of scheduled tasks and disagreements over responsibility for damages to property can be highly contestable matters. Individuals in Louisiana who encounter such conflict during a business arrangement may have a variety of options to consider...
Delays and property damage leads to breach of contract claim
Delays in the performance of scheduled tasks and disagreements over responsibility for damages to property can be highly contestable matters. Individuals in Louisiana who encounter such conflict during a business arrangement may have a variety of options to consider...
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...
