If you are a small business owner, you likely fear the idea of litigation. One of the primary areas of exposure for businesses is employee litigation. We all know lawsuits are expensive, but they are also costly to your business’ reputation. Thus, it is important to be proactive in taking steps to minimize your risk […]

There are a variety of issues that are negotiated in retention agreements, including but not limited to salary, bonuses, stock options, medical and other benefits, as well as other perks. One item that many executives do not think about is what will “trigger” these negotiated terms into being an active term of the contract. The […]

If you are a CEO, COO, CMO, CTO or other senior officer of your company, it is important to understand why proposing a retention agreement with your company could be beneficial to you. If you are being recruited or an attractive opportunity has been offered or is forthcoming, it is time to consider the option […]

In the modern business world environment, it is common for executives and other high-ranking officers to change jobs every few years. Whether they move for a more lucrative opportunity or their company merges with another entity, it is common for the company to ask the executive to sign a change of control agreement or retention […]

The world we live in has become quite litigious. As the owner or manager of a business, taking steps to be prepared for litigation before it occurs can be critical to being successful in court. Business litigation can include a variety of different issues. A claim can arise between two businesses, between an individual and […]

Whether you own a small business or a large corporation, litigation should be avoided whenever possible. Lawsuits are expensive, time-consuming and stressful. If you suspect your business is going to be sued, or if a petition has already been served on you, it is imperative that you contact an experienced business litigation attorney to protect […]

If you are a “C-level” executive, one of the most important parts of your compensation package is the equity position that you gained when you were hired. If you had an attorney assist you in negotiating your employment contract, your equity compensation is likely structured for you to obtain maximum gain and tax-favorable income when […]

During a merger and acquisition, CEOs and other executives must take the negotiation of their retention agreement seriously. These contracts significantly impact your future, so you must invest your time and attention to ensure the agreement helps you and doesn’t hurt you. In other words, you should work with an experienced attorney to negotiate, review […]

If you are a business owner, the last thing you want to think about is dealing with a lawsuit. However, it is important to take steps to be as prepared for any potential litigation as you can. In fact, taking steps to prepare before you are sued or need to sue another party, can save […]

If the company you are employed by is involved in a pending merger and acquisition (M&A) or other form of reorganization, and you are negotiating a retention agreement, having an experienced on your side is critical. Many key employees make the mistake of attempting to handle their retention contract on their own, only to realize […]