Starting a new business is always exciting, but unfortunately, partners may eventually discover they aren’t a good fit for each other. The needs of the company may change, or you could simply find your partner isn’t suited to the job. Whether a partner is bringing negative press to your brand, mishandling funds, or just simply …
Don’t Let a Partnership Dispute Cause Irreparable Harm to Your Business
A fabulous business idea that seems destined for success can easily become derailed by a dispute between partners. Unfortunately, plenty of startups have discovered that one half of the initial leadership team isn’t upholding their side of the deal, or wants to go in a different direction not in line with the best interests of …
Proving Breach of Duty of Loyalty in a New Orleans Business Dispute
Officers of any given business entity in New Orleans have both an ethical and legal duty to make decisions that benefit the company rather than themselves. Unfortunately, sometimes when you put your faith in a business partner, they will fail to meet the challenge. Certain self-interested behaviors may rise to the level of a breach …
Changing the Zoning of a Construction Project in Louisiana
Every single piece of land inside New Orleans is assigned a zone in the city’s Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance. The specific zone a property resides in determines rules on everything from building heights and landscaping to hours of operation and off-street parking availability. Construction projects may run into problems if the proposed building doesn’t meet the …
Watch Out for These Top 9 Reasons Businesses Are Sued in Louisiana
When you’ve put your heart and soul into building and growing a business, the last thing you want to deal with is an unexpected legal hurdle. Lawsuits are often extremely costly for any business, and in more than just monetary terms. The good news is that a NOLA attorney can help protect your company from …