Spotify made headlines after its CEO stepped down and the company appointed two co-CEOs to take his place. While unusual, the move is not unprecedented. Companies like Netflix and Oracle have experimented with this type of leadership model. Still, the decision raises important questions about governance, stability, and the potential for legal disputes. The Risks […]
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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 […]
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 […]
The Day Your Business Partner Vanished Without a Word
Client Abandonment in a Business Partnership: The Day Your Business Partner Vanished Without a Word It often starts quietly. A partner misses a meeting. Then they stop returning calls. Soon, their desk is empty, their responsibilities abandoned, and you are left facing the fallout. When client abandonment in a business partnership happens, it is rarely […]
Client Poaching in a Partnership | Alisme Law
The Business Partner Who Stole Clients in the Dead of Night He didn’t just walk away—he took the company’s lifeblood with him. While his partners focused on growth, he quietly made calls. Clients were promised better deals. Contracts were diverted. Loyalty was tested behind closed doors. By the time the truth surfaced, the business had […]
Partnership Disputes in Business: Lessons from the Kelsey Brothers’ $200M Beer Deal
Partnership Disputes in Business: Lessons from the Kelsey Brothers’ $200M Beer Deal When it comes to partnership disputes in business, the headlines often tell the story before the contracts do. Recently, NFL stars Jason and Travis Kelce’s company, Garage Beer, was valued at $200 million after a private equity firm invested in the brand. While […]