On Behalf of Hubbard Snitchler & Parzianello PLC | Jun 8, 2020 | Business Litigation
Many successful companies become embroiled in a dispute at some point. Contract disputes, employment issues and real estate matters are a few common business disagreements. Regrettably, when involved in a dispute, you may become overwhelmed by the complexities. The...
On Behalf of Hubbard Snitchler & Parzianello PLC | Jun 2, 2020 | Business Litigation
Michigan entrepreneurs aspire to make their business the best possible. To do this, you need to understand which structure suits your needs and business best. This is one of the first things you must decide. It is also one of the most important. Today we will take a...
On Behalf of Hubbard Snitchler & Parzianello PLC | Mar 30, 2020 | Business Litigation
A non-disclosure agreement is nothing new in employment. Many industries use these agreements to protect sensitive information. A company wants to ensure that an employee does not pass information onto competitors or otherwise use what he or she learns on the job to...
On Behalf of Hubbard Snitchler & Parzianello PLC | Mar 25, 2020 | Business Litigation
Most business owners in Michigan understand and comply with federal anti-bribery and anti-corruption laws. These regulations help protect businesses from unfair competition with other companies. One such law, known as the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, protects U.S....
On Behalf of Hubbard Snitchler & Parzianello PLC | Mar 10, 2020 | Business Litigation
Many manufacturing or automotive companies may realize they need a noncompetition agreement to protect their business. A previous blog covered the basics of a noncompetition agreement. It is also important for people to understand what they should include in this...
On Behalf of Hubbard Snitchler & Parzianello PLC | Dec 20, 2019 | Business Litigation
If you wish to start your own business, you have many potential business structures to choose from. The most basic of these is the sole proprietorship, which is typically owned and operated by one individual and remains unincorporated. There are potential benefits to...
On Behalf of Hubbard Snitchler & Parzianello PLC | Oct 29, 2019 | Business Litigation
Billing your clients for services rendered can sometimes be challenging. For instance, late and non-payment of invoices is extremely frustrating, and you might feel like you have little recourse to resolve the issue. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to ensure...
On Behalf of Hubbard Snitchler & Parzianello PLC | Sep 26, 2019 | Business Litigation
In the Michigan business world, there are several ways to protect intellectual property and ensure that ideas are not stolen by other businesses. Intellectual property is protected by patents, trademarks and copyrights and when material is used without permission, the...
On Behalf of Hubbard Snitchler & Parzianello PLC | Jul 20, 2019 | Business Litigation
After seven years of battling Walmart, the Detroit Free Press reports on how a tiny Michigan pension fund reached a $160 million settlement. This is a success not only for the fund’s retirees, but for all of the retailer’s shareholders. Every stockholder...
On Behalf of Hubbard Snitchler & Parzianello PLC | Jul 4, 2019 | Business Litigation
In manufacturing and the automotive industry, there is a lot of competition. There are also a lot of jobs in Michigan in these sectors. Turnover is also not uncommon. So, it is very possible that an employee working for you today could turn around and be working for a...