How Can Businesses Challenge Their Insurance Companies in Court?
An insurance policy is a contract between you and the insurance company. You have the legal obligation to pay your premiums to maintain your policy. The insurance company must cover your damages up to the policy limits, so long as it falls within the policy. Of course, that qualifier is what the insurance company will […]
Why Do You Need a Lawyer in a Legal Malpractice Case?
When you hire an attorney, you expect them to provide honest and competent services. Your attorney must follow rules of professional responsibility, and they owe you a fiduciary duty. Unfortunately, not every attorney can or will provide the legal services and representation they should. This can often cause you serious harm as a client. When […]
Going up Against a Massive Company in a Legal Dispute? We Can Help!
Suing a major company in court is not like taking a car accident case to trial. This is not to say that personal injury litigation is minor, but suing large corporations is entirely different. A major corporation will make any litigation a hard-fought affair until the end. Often, there is a lot of money at […]
Can You Still Get Coverage After a Denied Claim?
When you buy insurance coverage, you expect it to be there for you when you have a covered expense or have suffered a loss. You have put your trust in the insurance company that tells you to “trust us” when it sells you the policy. You pay your monthly premiums; therefore, do not worry about […]
What Does a Business Litigation Lawyer Do?
Many people think that the main function of a business litigation lawyer is to try your case in front of a judge and jury. Although that is one of the final steps in the process, it is far from the only thing a business litigation lawyer does. A business litigation lawyer also largely shapes how […]
How Can You Prove a Breach of Fiduciary Duty?
Alleging that someone breached their fiduciary duty is a severe charge. Essentially, you are contending that someone violated the trust that you placed in them. The law takes fiduciary duties very seriously. Although it is not always easy to prove your case, the defendant can be personally responsible for damages if you are successful. You […]
Can I Get Rid of a Toxic Business Partner in Court?
A business partnership is a group of two or more people who share in the profits and ownership of the business. Their thinking is that combined efforts can maximize the potential profitability of the venture. Business partnerships often start with the best of intentions. Partners can work together harmoniously for years, leading to the business’s […]
When Should You Hire a Corporate Litigation Lawyer?
You need an attorney when you face any potential corporate litigation. One of the key considerations is the timing of when you should hire an attorney in your case. Although you should always get legal counsel, there may come a point when your lawyer is at a disadvantage when they come onto your case too […]
Why Every Company Needs a Business Litigation Lawyer
The specter of litigation dominates many business activities, even without a current dispute. Much of what companies do is protect themselves and minimize their own risks. Many businesses work backward, assessing their possible litigation risks and doing what they can to avoid them. Litigation is an ever-present consideration, even when you are not involved in […]
When Is Self-Dealing a Breach Of Fiduciary Duty?
Fiduciaries occupy an extremely important position. Someone else relies on them to manage and administer a valuable asset in which the beneficiary has a stake. A fiduciary’s actions can have a direct financial impact on a beneficiary. If fiduciaries make a mistake or are derelict in their duties, they can cause large financial losses. Those […]