Unforeseen circumstances can occur during many business operations in Massachusetts. Sometimes, unexpected events range into the extreme category. When this happens, a clause called force majeure may come into effect that absolves the parties from fulfilling their...
Business Structure
Protecting your rights in an anticipatory breach
Contracts establish legal obligations and expectations between Massachusetts parties entering an agreement. However, there are instances when one party exhibits behavior that suggests that they may fail to fulfill their contractual duties even before the agreed-upon...
How to resolve business disputes in Massachusetts
In business, partnerships serve an essential purpose allowing individuals with complementary skills to come together and pool their resources to achieve a common goal. While partnerships can be beneficial, they can also be a source of conflict. It's essential to have...
Doing your due diligence for business acquisitions
Are you planning on acquiring a new business in Massachusetts? There are a number of very important details that you will need to keep in mind. The steps of acquiring a business have been simplified in recent years. However, there are certain processes you need to...
Buying a small business in Massachusetts
So you want to buy a small business in Massachusetts? That's such a great plan, but only if you do it right. Buying an existing business can be a great way to jumpstart your career because it significantly reduces the startup time and the product or service is already...
Common legal mistakes made by new businesses in Massachusetts
When starting your business in Massachusetts, there are several costly mistakes you might make, considering that you are treading a foreign path. Among those traps, legal blunders are one of the most consequential mistakes you can find yourself in. Read on to...
Different types of management structures
If you are about to start a company in Massachusetts or looking to change things up in your current organization, it's always best to research about the various management structures available to you. It is often the case that the issues revolving around a company are...
Choosing the right business structure for attracting investors
Starting your business is going to be one of the hardest things you've ever done. Your business is a part of you, but you still want to keep your private accounts separate from your business debts and liabilities. As you start, your personal capital is likely not...