While there may be many entrepreneurs who wish to enter the realms of business ownership by starting a company from scratch, others may feel more inclined to take a different approach. Some individuals in Louisiana may feel more inclined to use their ideas to build on...
Baton Rouge Legal Blog
Year: 2020
A written operating agreement can be essential to your LLC
The benefits of establishing a limited liability company (LLC) are numerous. One of the biggest benefits is the relative ease of establishing this type of business entity. However, the simplicity of the initial setup may cause some people to overlook a written...
Don’t put off drafting a comprehensive estate plan
Many adults think that they have plenty of time to create an estate plan. However, you just never know when something is going to happen that will require your loved ones to follow the plan. If you've been putting off setting the plan, think carefully about how much...
Working with your attorney is smart when you’re making contracts
As a business owner, one of the things you have to do is to work with third parties. To protect yourself, you always need to have contracts in place.Creating contracts can be more complex than you think, though. A foolproof contract is hard to make, but with your...
Recalled sanitizer a problem for consumers
There is one product that people use often, especially when it's cold and flu season. Hand sanitizer, which is generally made with alcohol, helps kill viruses and bacteria. Recently, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reported that there are several brands of...
3 tips for taking over an existing business
You have always loved one of the businesses in town, and when it went up for sale, you were sad it was going to shut down. Then, you found out that the owner was willing to sell the business with its name and branding. The business is very popular in the local area,...
Review these 3 sections of your estate plan after life changes
You've already set up an estate plan, but it's been years since you looked it over. You have gone through many changes in your life, losing a parent, getting married and having children.At this point, it's a good time to review your estate plan. Since time has passed,...
As a victim of product defects, you have options
When a product you purchase is defective, it could pose a hazard to your health. As a consumer, you have the right to pursue compensation if you've been harmed because of a defective product or because the manufacturer or seller did appropriately warn you of the risks...
What should you do about a breach of contract?
When a contract is breached, you may feel like you're stuck in a difficult position. On one hand, you can take the other party to arbitration or court, depending on the requirements of the contract. On the other hand, you may still want to keep a positive business...
Questions to answer before buying a business
Maybe you're looking to buy a business because you've always wanted to work for yourself, or to diversify or expand your current operation. Regardless of the reason, this is a big decision that will impact you personally, financially, and professionally.Here are some...