In the realm of entrepreneurship, partnerships can be an effective way to pool resources, share responsibilities, and build a thriving small business. However, even the most promising business partnerships can hit rough patches. When collaboration starts to hinder...
Kansas City Legal Blog
Can you file a class action lawsuit for an internet scam?
In the modern digital age, where the internet has become an integral part of daily life, online scams are unfortunately common. Exposure to various forms of online fraud is a regular occurrence. Cybercriminals often try to steal money and personal information from...
What is the judicial error defense?
Facing legal malpractice claims can send your career into a tailspin. It helps to take a moment to step back and consider all your possible defenses. In some cases, you may have a situation where an error made by the judge is what was at the heart of the issues that...
Navigating intellectual property disputes in your business
Intellectual property refers to creations of the mind such as inventions, literary and artistic works, designs, symbols, names and images used in commerce. As a business owner, you understand the value of your intellectual property and how crucial it is to your...
What to know about business torts
Business torts, which are also called economic torts, occur when a person or entity does something that causes financial harm to a business. These actions do not have to be intentional; they can also be the result of negligence or reckless actions. Although not all...
3 requirements of a class-action civil suit
When groups of individuals suffer losses or damage as the result of company or organization negligence, they often form a class-action lawsuit as a means to recover their damages. Cornell Law School notes that some larger class-action suits often choose...
Factors involved in legal malpractice
Mistakes by legal professionals do occur, but not all of them constitute legal malpractice. There are certain factors that make a malpractice claim, and one of them is that the client suffered some sort of harm as a result. If you are wondering if an attorney made a...
Strategies for protecting your company from ADA disputes
According to the Survey of Income and Program Participation, over 54 million Americans have a disability. As an employer, you have a responsibility to ensure that your business adheres to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This federal law prohibits...
An overview of the class action process
Whether you want to start a class action lawsuit or have uncertainty about joining a class action case, it is essential to develop a comprehensive understanding of your options and how the process works. Additionally, you should review the advantages of a class action...
Does an employee handbook protect your business from litigation?
When you own and operate a Missouri business, the chances of that business facing a lawsuit at the hands of a current or former employee are high. While a business dispute has the potential to cost your business quite a lot of time and money, there are certain...