Recent Client Topics Of Interest

Protect Yourself When Selling Your Small Business

The economy is thriving. You may have a successful business and the time may be right to sell. When a business does not succeed after it is sold, the buyer will often attempt to blame the prior owner for the business’s failure rather than looking in the mirror. Here are a few of the more important things to keep in mind when selling your business. READ MORE…

My Landlord Stole My Business

In Colorado, the tort of misappropriation of business value prohibits the use of another’s expenditure of labor, skill, and money for their own benefit.  This tort is also sometimes characterized as unfair competition or deceptive trade practices.  The classic case in Colorado addressing the law in this area involved the “Denver Gift and Jewelry Show” which was held at the Denver Merchandise Mart. READ MORE…

Duty Calls: Top 10 Fiduciary Situations

There are many situations where a fiduciary duty can arise. If a fiduciary duty exists, the fiduciary has an obligation to place another’s interests above the fiduciary’s own interests. Here are ten situations where a fiduciary duty exists and a brief summary of the scope of the duty applicable to the relationship: READ MORE…

When It Is Time For A Business Divorce

There are many situations where a fiduciary duty can arise. If a fiduciary duty exists, the fiduciary has an obligation to place another’s interests above the fiduciary’s own interests. Here are ten situations where a fiduciary duty exists and a brief summary of the scope of the duty applicable to the relationship: READ MORE…

Avoiding Post-Closing Lawsuits

As a commercial real estate seller, securing legal representation can protect your interests and mitigate potential risks. Some buyers can be particularly astute in identifying contractual technicalities to negotiate discounts or pursue post-closing legal settlements. READ MORE…