business disputes

Business Disputes

Today’s post discusses a common occurrence, and critical component of business law – resolving disputes between business owners or partners.

Insurance Issues for Flooded Businesses

Besides residential damage, the recent flooding is so widespread we are seeing many commercial buildings and businesses affected. Flooding of your business can raise a whole new set of questions. First let’s talk about business insurance coverage. As always, the primary source to answer insurance questions is your actual insurance policy. We will discuss common provisions, but with business coverage, …

5 Things To Do When The Flood Waters Recede

Flood Insurance Claim: 5 Things To Do When The Flood Waters Recede Many homes in Southeast Louisiana flooded. For some homeowners, it is the second major flood in just a few months. While helping clients with flood insurance claims from the March 2016 flood, we found that proper documentation and organization of the claim made a huge difference in the …

Intersection of Business and Politics

I grew up as the son of a small business owner, and I suppose that is one reason why I have so enjoyed representing mom and pop business owners during the 40 years I have been in private practice. I believe that it often takes more managerial ability to run a small business than a large one whose revenues and …

The Bifocalism of Business Leaders

I’ve been privileged to serve as corporate counsel to a number of remarkable business leaders (working with some for decades) whom I’ve watched grow in wisdom and ability as they progressed through their careers. Whether they were growing their enterprises in good times, or preserving them in harder times, I‘ve noticed one trait that differentiates the Leaders from the Also-rans. …

Seale & Ross Handles Business Acquisition

Seale & Ross business lawyers Jay Seale, Lesli Bolner and Ashley Atchison assisted clients in completing a $10 million acquisition of an operating business holding 18 nationally known fast food franchise locations. The transaction was entirely privately financed and included negotiations with sellers, landlords, franchise home office, and working capital lenders, as well as generational transfer considerations within the client …