It was not all that long ago that when you would visit a restaurant, your server would hand you a customer satisfaction survey card and ask you to complete it. At the time, such cards were about the only way for the restaurant—or any other small business—to gauge how well the business was serving its […]
Former Musical Director Sues Chicago Musicians’ Union Following Termination
December 3, 2019 By
A prominent musical conductor has brought a lawsuit against the Chicago Federation of Musicians for violating the Illinois wage payment act, as well as for breach of contract. He claims that the trade union abandoned him in his most critical time of need. It is not yet known if Chicago Federation of Musicians failed to […]
What You Should Know About Non-Disclosure Agreements
November 1, 2019 By
In my practice as a business law attorney, I am regularly asked by my clients about ways that they can protect their businesses. While there are many different strategies that could be used to afford your company various levels of protection, one of the more common ways is the use of non-disclosure agreements or NDAs. […]
Naperville Business Lawyer Discusses the Success of Spooky Seasonal Pop-Up Stores
October 2, 2019 By
We have officially made it to October. For many people, the month of October is seen as the transition from summer to autumn, complete with falling leaves, campfires, and pumpkin spice lattes. For others, however, the arrival of October means just one thing: Halloween is right around the corner. If you are already getting excited […]
Naperville Business Lawyer Discusses Brand Partnerships and New Pizza Hut Menu Item
September 19, 2019 By
When you own a business, you need to find ways to set your company apart from your competitors. In some industries, you might be able to do so by offering the best products, while in others offering products or services at the lowest price might help you stand out from the crowd. In certain sectors, […]
Walmart Announces New Gun Policies, Stock Prices Hit All-Time High
September 4, 2019 By
By now, unfortunately, you are probably familiar with the typical responses to each new report of a mass shooting. On one side, there is a vocal contingent of politicians, concerned parents, and others pushing for stricter gun control laws while on the other side, there is an equally vocal group that insists that new laws […]
Naperville Business Lawyer on Dispute of Taco Tuesday Trademark
August 15, 2019 By
I realize that it seems like I have been discussing quite a few trademark disputes over the last few months, and to be fair, I have done just that. First, it was the Tom Brady filing, then I mentioned trademarks when talking about choosing a good name for your business, and finally, I covered the […]
Naperville Business Lawyer Discusses the Announcement of Field of Dreams MLB Game
August 8, 2019 By
Whether you run a small, one-person business or you are on the board of a huge, multi-national commercial entity, it is important for you to be constantly thinking of ways to market your business. If your customer base begins to lose interest, your bottom line will inevitably suffer. This is even true for organizations that […]
Naperville Business Law Attorney Discusses Choosing a Business Name
July 29, 2019 By
As a business lawyer, I have helped many entrepreneurs launch their own startup businesses. Opening your own business can be a thrilling undertaking. Being your own boss and controlling exactly how your business is managed can bring you a great deal of satisfaction. Before you open a new business, you will need to choose a […]
Naperville Business Lawyer on the Curious Promotion of Pizza Crusts
July 15, 2019 By
In previous posts on this blog, I have talked about a number of marketing strategies and niche products from a wide variety of different companies throughout the country. I will be the first to admit that many of these efforts have been little more than publicity stunts. At the same time, if a publicity stunt […]
