The air travel industry is an important part of the American economy at large. While digital technology has made it easier for companies to conduct business with one another over large distances, there is still a great need for in-person interactions. “Traveling for business” will continue to be a necessity long into the foreseeable future. […]
Naperville Business Owner Talks About Negative Online Reviews
September 28, 2018 By
It is important to be clear on one point right away: it is virtually impossible to completely satisfy every client that walks through your door. That is simply a fact. Of course, you and your team will certainly try and, maybe, by your own standards, you will succeed nearly 100 percent of the time. Your […]
Naperville Business Lawyer Talks About Overly Broad Non-Compete Agreements
September 10, 2018 By
Many employers require their workers to sign non-compete agreements (NCAs), especially when the employees have unique talents or abilities. Employers are within their rights to try and limit any damage that may be caused to their brand by an employee’s departure, but if they overstep legal bounds, the non-compete agreement may be declared invalid. As a […]
Naperville Business Lawyer Discusses America’s Second Trillion-Dollar Company
September 4, 2018 By
Determining the true market value of a given company is among the most complex calculations in all of the business world. There are many different ways to value a company, but they all boil down to a simple premise: bigger is better—at least in terms of stability and productivity. As a business law attorney, I […]
Naperville Business Lawyer Discusses Oregon Lawsuit Over Mandatory Bible Study
August 30, 2018 By
The First Amendment to the U.S. Constitutions promises that “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof…” This sentence is the foundation of the freedom of religion that so many of our ancestors sought when they first came to America. While the First Amendment applies to Congress […]
Naperville Business Attorney on Chick-fil-A Franchises Operating Mere Feet from Each Other
August 21, 2018 By
Nearly two decades ago, comedian Lewis Black recounted an experience in Houston, Texas when he left a comedy club and saw a Starbucks in front of him. “Across the street from that Starbucks,” he said, “there was—a Starbucks. There was a Starbucks across from a Starbucks.” While the incredulous observation was part of Black’s comedy […]
Naperville Business Lawyer Discusses Apple’s Response to MacBook Pro Speed Issues
July 30, 2018 By
When you own a business, it is your responsibility to ensure that your products are living up to the expectations you have created among your customers. This is true for fledgling companies looking to establish themselves as well as for well-known companies with a loyal customer base. As a business law attorney and business owner […]
Naperville Business Attorney Talks About Handling Sensitive Issues
July 23, 2018 By
We live in very interesting times. In some ways, people are more connected to each other than ever before, but in others, our differences have never been more pronounced. Issues related to gender, race, religion, and sexual orientation seem to have polarized Americans to the point where it is difficult to have civil, constructive conversations […]
The Importance of Public Image for Business Owners
July 17, 2018 By
As anyone who has ever had a job can confirm, when you work for a particular business, you represent that company. Your behavior while on the clock or uniform reflects not only on you personally but on the business and the brand at large. Some such actions are merely questionable, such as a Pepsi employee […]
Choosing the Right Business Partner
June 27, 2018 By
When you have an idea for a new business, there are a couple of ways that you could go about putting your idea into action. You could begin your new venture completely on your own—which would mean assuming virtually of the risks and responsibilities. Alternatively, you could decide to work with a business partner. You […]
