While no two people are exactly the same, there is a characteristic that is commonly shared by those who start and own businesses. Business owners are generally motivated individuals who are willing to invest time, money, and energy into a concept or a commercial venture. Along with this willingness often comes a general desire to […]
Naperville Business Lawyer Talks About Empowering Your Employees to Help the Company
September 13, 2019 By
Naperville Business Attorney on Mistakes to Avoid When Terminating an Employee, Part 2
February 14, 2019 By
One of the most challenging and time-consuming parts of being a small business owner is managing employees. In a recent post on this blog, I talked about several things to avoid when firing an employee. Employers must make sure to be clear when they dismiss an employee. A worker who does not understand why he […]
Naperville Business Attorney on Employee Holiday Bonuses
December 7, 2018 By
If you are a business owner, you may be considering giving your employees a holiday bonus or gift of some kind. It can be overwhelming to try to find the perfect way to show your employees appreciation for their hard work. Although cash bonuses are often considered the best holiday perk, many businesses cannot afford […]
Naperville Business Law Attorney Discusses Rebranding of Weight Watchers
September 25, 2018 By
For more than 50 years, Weight Watchers has been a leading name for those looking to control their eating habits and to drop a few pounds. The company—thanks in large part to its alliterative name—is among the most recognizable in an industry that also includes brands like Nutrisystem, Jenny Craig, and Beachbody. This week, Weight […]
Naperville Business Lawyer on Starting a Family Business
June 21, 2018 By
As a business law attorney and a business owner, I understand that opportunistic entrepreneurs always have their eyes open for the next “big thing.” They come across a business idea, invest a great deal of money and time into building the idea into a business, then sell the new venture to a larger company for […]
Naperville Business Lawyer Discusses a New Trend in Impulse Buying
March 8, 2018 By
When you hear the phrase “impulse buying,” what do you think of? Do you picture the checkout line at the grocery store packed with candy bars, tabloid magazines, and a random assortment of other items? Or, maybe you think about an eye-catching display of high-end home accessories that you did not realize you needed until […]
Artificial Intelligence Bests Business Lawyers in Contract Review Contest
February 26, 2018 By
For many businesses, automation is one of the keys to increased efficiency and productivity. A machine that can accomplish the same task as a human worker is will usually be more cost-effective—at least in the long term. Most of us can easily imagine ways in which automation might be used in industries that involve manufacturing […]
