If you are a small business owner, you would be wise to begin thinking about how to avoid consumer lawsuits before they happen. It can become very time-consuming and costly to engage in the protracted legal battle that ensues when…
Whether you are an employee at a business or an independent contractor working for a client, you are entitled to payment for the work you do. Federal and state employment laws protect employees’ rights to fair compensation, and self-employed professionals…
Business owners in all industries are prepared for contract disputes because they are all but inevitable. The most common causes of contract disputes include unclear language, errors, breach of contract, tortious interference, and the violation of non-compete agreements and non-disclosure…
When it comes to your business, we at Busch, Reed, Jones & Leeper, P.C. know just how much blood, sweat, and tears go into keeping it thriving and successful. Unfortunately, due to the inevitability of business disputes, many people find…
Whether a full-blown class action or a complaint from a single consumer, lawsuits typically come as a shock to small business owners and do serious damage. Regardless of whether or not you believe their case to be valid or justified,…
The Uniform Commercial Code (UCC) is a collection of regulations that govern business transactions and contract issues. It has been adopted by all 50 states, and relates to transactions involving moveable goods that are transferred between a buyer and seller.…
Our firm provides diligent representation to clients who have been victims of tortious interference. Whether the case involves interference with a business contract or a business relationship, it is important to file a lawsuit and seek justice for your situation.…
If you fail to pay or get behind on debts owed to a credit card company, medical provider, retail store, student loan holder, or any other creditor, you might be sued. Creditors are likely to sue if you have income…
A construction lien is a claim against a property made by a contractor who has supplied materials or labor for work on said property. Construction liens are intended to give builders, contractors, and suppliers, legal recourse to get paid for…
Contracts are binding agreements, which participating parties sign. They are often used in business arrangements in order to avoid later legal hassles and conflicts. When both sides honor the agreement, they both know what to expect from the other. However,…