Businesses often use outsourcing agreements to have outside companies perform services or business functions that might otherwise be handled internally. These agreements can address the scope of work, pricing, deadlines, performance expectations, and other responsibilities. When disagreements develop, courts may…

Consulting agreements can define the relationship between a business and an outside professional hired to provide specialized services. These agreements may address the scope of work, compensation, deadlines, deliverables, and other responsibilities. Disputes can develop when the parties disagree about…

Operating agreements establish how a limited liability company is managed and define important aspects of the relationship among its members. These agreements may address management authority, voting, financial arrangements, ownership interests, and procedures for making company decisions. Disputes can arise…

Contract renewals allow parties to continue an existing contractual relationship beyond its original term. Disputes can arise when the parties disagree about whether an agreement was properly renewed, how long the renewed term lasts, or which contractual terms continue to…

Commercial loans allow businesses to obtain financing for operations, purchases, expansion, and other business needs. Disputes can arise when borrowers and lenders disagree about repayment obligations, loan terms, defaults, or amounts allegedly owed. When a commercial loan dispute reaches court,…

Personal guaranties are often used in business transactions to provide additional assurance that an obligation will be performed. A dispute may arise when the primary borrower or business defaults and a creditor seeks payment from the individual who signed the…

Broker commission disputes can arise when a real estate transaction closes, falls through, or involves disagreement over whether a broker earned compensation. The parties may disagree about the amount owed, the services performed, or the circumstances that triggered payment. In…

Encroachment disputes can arise when a structure, fence, driveway, landscaping feature, or other improvement extends beyond a property boundary and onto neighboring land. These disputes may affect how property can be used and can create disagreements over ownership rights and…

Aiding and abetting claims can arise when a person or business is accused of knowingly assisting another party in breaching a fiduciary duty. These disputes may involve someone who did not owe the underlying fiduciary duty but allegedly participated in…

Business relationships can place individuals in positions where they are expected to act in the interests of another person or organization. Disputes may arise when someone with those responsibilities allegedly places personal interests ahead of the interests they are obligated…