Those who own, manage and/or operate a business have a lot of day-to-day responsibilities. They generally need to ensure the smooth continuation of basic business functions, which typically requires that they negotiate effective contracts. Employment contracts help...
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Do you know the consequences of a felony DWI?
A felony DWI is a serious charge that you could face in Minnesota if you are accused of drunk driving. A felony DWI is usually charged when a person has a history of impaired driving-related issues, such as a fourth DWI in 10 years, a previous DWI felony conviction,...
As your company grows, it needs protection from transitions
When a company only has one person in an executive or ownership role, that individual controls everything about the company ultimately. That person will often have certain systems in place to ensure the continuity of operations if something happens to them, as they...
Why should your attorney review your business and sales contracts?
If your business is growing and you’re creating more contracts with new people, it’s time to talk to your attorney and to have them review each and every one of those agreements. After signing off on so many arrangements, you may think that you no longer need the...
3 issues you should address in your partnership agreement
Finding someone with whom you want to go into business can be a stroke of good fortune for both of you. You can combine your resources, experience and talent to build something special and hopefully profitable. Though you may currently see eye-to-eye on most...
Farmers have unique needs for business succession planning
Agriculture is one of the most unique and demanding professions that a person can pursue. Farmers are at the mercy of the elements. They may have to go out in the middle of the night to take care of livestock when a predator encroaches on their property or get up...
Verbal agreements hurt contractors and construction professionals
Construction professionals and building contractors provide services that cost thousands of dollars and can improve the value of a property even more. If you work in this industry, you are probably proud of your contributions to your community as you help build or...
Many employment laws are different for farmers than other bosses
Farmers have lives that are often very different from those of people in other professions. Whether you work with livestock or crops, you probably keep long hours throughout the day. The seasons bring different job responsibilities, but you probably never get to take...
What can you seek in a breach of contract lawsuit?
As someone who owns or manages a business, you probably treat contracts as serious agreements. Unfortunately, not everyone who signs a contract will follow through with the promises they make in that document. When an employee, a supplier or another business fails to...
Get help with your business name as a sole proprietor
One common question people have when starting their businesses is if they need a business license. A business license is essential for most businesses in Minnesota. If you plan to have a business, then you will need to register with the Office of the Minnesota...