Once upon a time, early common law covenants not to compete were void as against public policy. In those days, a person could not pursue a trade or craft without being apprenticed. Once apprenticed, a covenant not to engage in … Continue reading →

The following is taken from an excellent article written by one of my esteemed colleagues, Jonathan Goodman, Esq. We will begin by posing a hypothetical situation, and then discuss possible strategic decisions you, or any other CEO, might reasonably make … Continue reading →

1. When you call the office, you’ll be able to speak with an attorney, not a legal assistant. 2. The lawyer you hire is the lawyer who does your work. Your case will not be palmed off to a junior … Continue reading →

Am I the right attorney for you? Take a look at the 10 reasons you should NOT hire me, then decide for yourself. 1. If you do not want an aggressive lawyer, you should not hire me. I am by … Continue reading →

I tell every businessperson I meet that every business needs two professionals: an accountant and a lawyer. The reasons for hiring an accountant are pretty obvious—you need someone to help you set up your “chart of accounts,” review your numbers … Continue reading →

“I paid for it so I own it!” “No you don’t. I created it so I own it!” Sound familiar? Ownership, and just about anything related to intellectual property, is the current hot lunch and dinner party topic. With the … Continue reading →

Should you use an on-line incorporation service to create your firm? Well, do you buy your suits off the rack and hope it fits perfectly? Or do you have one tailored to fit properly? Almost no one can buy a … Continue reading →

Choosing an attorney to represent you is an important but daunting task. The decision certainly should not be made on the basis of advertising. The Yellow Pages are filled with ads—all of which say basically the same thing. You should … Continue reading →

I’ll be posting answers to frequently asked questions about Contracts. Let’s start with the two of the most basic questions of all. What is a contract? A contract is a legally binding agreement between parties that creates an obligation to … Continue reading →

I will address certain questions and issues you must consider and evaluate thoroughly before firing anyone, no matter how incompetent you believe them to be. Some of these will seem obvious, others might surprise you. If your answer to these … Continue reading →