Entrepreneurs generally put a lot of trust in their business partners. They expect their partners to honestly represent their intentions for the company and their personal abilities. They trust their partner to follow through on promises regarding investments and work...
Business Litigation
Managing an anticipatory breach
Dealing with an anticipatory breach of contract can be a stressful experience for Ohio residents and entrepreneurs. An anticipatory breach occurs when one party communicates, either through words or actions, an intention to not fulfill their contractual obligations....
Critical steps for starting a new business
Ohio is a great place for anyone with an entrepreneurial spirit. Companies like Kroger, Nationwide and Goodyear all have headquarters there. But you'll need to complete a few important steps before launching a company in this state. Choosing a business structure...
Understanding the UCC in the US
According to the Ohio Secretary of State, the Uniform Commercial Code acts as a comprehensive set of laws that governs all commercial transactions in the U.S. This is not federal law, rather it is a uniformly adopted state law. Since the UCC is universally adopted,...
What are the remedies for a breach of contract?
A breach of contract occurs when one legally bound party fails to abide by the terms of a valid agreement. The parties may settle the matter among themselves or through a lawsuit filed in an Ohio courtroom. Types of breaches There are different types of breaches and...
How to resolve partnership disputes in Ohio
Running a business in Ohio can be incredibly rewarding, but it also carries a certain amount of risk. Disputes between partners can arise for many reasons and can quickly become costly when left unresolved. Therefore, being proactive in dealing with your...
Common Form 1099 filing mistakes and how to correct them
If you run a small business in Springboro, Ohio and have others work for you, you’ve likely completed a 1099 form while doing your taxes. This can be a complicated and frustrating task that can cause some people to make mistakes. In fact, a 1099 form is not designed...
Fraudulent misrepresentation is bad business
Business owners in Ohio often enter into relationships with vendors or sales persons for the purposes of conducting business together. Many of their transactions are spelled out in detail to ensure that the both parties fully understand their obligations and...
3 signs a company is in trouble
If you’re a business investor, you probably don’t want to put money into an Ohio company that is in trouble. Understanding some of the obvious signs that a company is going through financial turmoil may help you to avoid making a costly mistake. Here are three signs...
New contract statute of limitations in Ohio
In Ohio, business law states how contracts should be created, managed, and maintained. Many companies enter into contracts regularly but company owners may not understand the rules that they're bound to. In 2021, a new contract law provided an update to the statute of...