Copyright protection is critical for a company's monetization of original works of art or writing. Whether the business hired professionals to produce a short marketing video or purchased a work of art from an independent creator, copyright protection helps ensure...
A partner exit can put your business at risk even when the split feels civil. You may worry about cash flow, control and long-term stability. In Arizona, default business laws apply when agreements stay silent. However, those rules may not reflect how owners expect an...
Many property owners and developers create edifices first, such as multi-tenant office buildings or strip malls, and then look for tenants to occupy individual units. Others might specifically offer build-to-suit leases. They do not make any improvements to the...
The due diligence process before acquiring commercial property can be relatively complex. Buyers need to ensure that the property meets all of their business needs in addition to performing the usual reviews associated with residential properties, such as title...
Many startups focus heavily on growth, funding and daily operations, leaving deeper asset planning for later. When a business shuts down, that lack of planning shows up in unexpected places. One of the most overlooked areas is intellectual property. Even if a company...
Intellectual property disputes often involve outside parties. A competitor manufacturing knockoff products might infringe on a trademark. Another company might reverse-engineer a patented product and then try to manufacture it without securing a licensing agreement...
Construction companies use contracts to outline the responsibilities, timelines and expectations of all parties involved in a business agreement. However, if a party fails to fulfil their responsibilities outlined in a legal agreement, it can lead to a breach of...
Development in the Peoria, Arizona, area may involve erecting new buildings on vacant land. Property owners, developers and investors may aspire to convert unused real property into profit-generating commercial facilities. Others might acquire larger parcels with the...
Litigation related to construction is somewhat common. In some cases, clients take legal action against companies or professionals for failing to fulfill the terms of a contract. Other times, the parties that perform work on a construction project may take legal...
Buying commercial property is an important investment. Business leaders and investors might want to purchase vacant land or an older building that they can then retrofit to meet their needs. In some cases, the best or most affordable properties on the market may not...