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Why NonCompete Means Dont Lie Cheat or Steal - Click To Read Article
Scott Kirsner's December 30, 2007 column in the business pages of the Boston Globe caught my eye that morning. His premise... "Why non-compete means 'don't thrive'"... caused me to revisit a favorite client topic... non-compete agreements. They are the subject of more questions, comments and complaints among my small business clients than almost any other, and for a good reason.
How to Begin and When Necessary Amicably End a Business Relationship - Click To Read Article
As a small business corporate lawyer, I see value in ending business relationships as amicably as they began, sometimes with compromise and always with the application of a pragmatic approach. The value of an amicable end can be measured in time, money and an on-going network of professional relationships.
Handling Your Most Important Asset - Click To Read Article
When the economy is slow, it's natural to think of all line items that cost your company money as liabilities. Unfortunately, that negates the value of one very large item in your budget which just may be your biggest asset: your employees. The question, therefore, is how best to manage that precious asset during uncertain and stressful times.
If You're In Trouble, Reach Out for Help... Now! - Click To Read Article
Last week, I got a call from a client asking me to help a friend, the owner of a small manufacturing company. "What's a Forbearance Agreement?", she inquired. Gulp! "Tell me more," I suggested, knowing full well that a few months of trouble had certainly preceded her friend's question.
Not Every Employer or Employee Needs a Non-Compete! - Click To Read Article
It is truly rewarding to write an article which foments discussion... and it doesn't matter whether we agree or disagree, simply that we talk about something which might be important to your business. However, the end result of a non-compete discussion should not necessarily be to foist one of these agreements on every employee. Rather, it should prompt you to think through which of your long-time key employees (or new hires) are in a position to harm your business if they leave tomorrow and join or open a competing company.
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