Taking bold action is part of leadership. But for business executives, there’s a difference between strategic risk and crossing the legal line. A recent article noted that many U.S. executives tend to push the envelope when it comes to legality. While that may feel like innovation, it can have devastating consequences. Fiduciary Duty and Borderline Decisions […]
Business litigation
Signs Your Business Partnership Is Heading for Court
Business partnerships are built on trust and shared goals. But when that trust erodes, conflicts can escalate quickly. What starts as a disagreement over profits or responsibilities can end with partners facing each other in court. Recognizing the early signs of trouble can help you take action before it’s too late. Warning Sign 1: Breakdown […]
Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late: Signs Your Business Needs a Lawyer Now
Why Waiting Is the Most Expensive Mistake Many business owners make the same costly mistake: they wait too long to call a business lawyer. When a contract feels shaky, when a partner starts disappearing, or when shareholders begin whispering, they often hope things will “work themselves out.” The truth? It rarely does. By the time […]
Business Litigation Lawyer NYC: When Dreams Become Nightmares
The Night a Business Dream Became a Legal Nightmare Every business owner starts with a dream: growth, stability, and success. But when disputes arise, that dream can quickly unravel. If you are searching for a business litigation lawyer in NYC, it may already mean you are facing conflict. At Alisme Law, we help business owners […]
The Overlooked Contract Clause That Decided the Fate of a Company
Contracts are the backbone of business relationships. They define roles, responsibilities, and expectations. But sometimes the most important part of a contract is not the headline term—it is the fine print. Hidden clauses in a contract can decide the fate of a company. At Alisme Law, we help business owners identify risks and enforce their […]
When Rebrands Spark Backlash: What Minority Partners Can Do in Business Litigation
When companies rebrand, the outcome can make or break their reputation. Cracker Barrel recently faced public backlash after a failed rebrand and quickly backed down. Jaguar, on the other hand, is taking the opposite approach by standing firm in the face of criticism. But what happens when your business partner acts like Jaguar’s executives? If […]
Forced Out of Business Partnership: Success as a Trigger
How Success Became the Reason You Were Pushed Out For many entrepreneurs and business partners, success is the ultimate goal. But what happens when that very success becomes the reason you are excluded, sidelined, or forced out of a business partnership? Growth brings opportunity, but it can also create conflict. At Alisme Law, we represent […]
Forced Out of Your Business: “You Don’t Belong Here Anymore”
When Business Partners Turn Against Each Other Few moments are more devastating than being told you no longer belong in the business you helped build. For many minority owners and partners, these words are threats that become reality if left unaddressed. Majority shareholders, boards, or even other co-owners can use contracts, bylaws, and power plays […]