Anyone with an interest in the sale, acquisition, or merger of a business might be faced with the prospect of entering into an Earnout Agreement. In a business merger and acquisition environment, an Earnout Agreement enables buyers and sellers to assign a variable value to part of the sale price and tie it to the

You owe a creditor money. Perhaps you made some bad investments or you were forced to pay significant medical bills when a loved one was in an accident or developed a severe illness. Now, you are past due on a hefty credit card bill. You discover that your creditor obtained permission for a garnishment by

Whether you have been working in business your whole life or you are brand new to the world of business, you are likely to face situations at some point or another which are “over your head,” especially when it comes to your company’s legal strategies. Rather than trying to handle everything on your own, it

Americans are more burdened by student loan debt now than they have ever been before in history. Millions of borrowers owe well over $1 trillion dollars in student loans, and the average student loan debt for graduates of the class of 2015 was $35,000 per person. And as you might expect, in a tough job

Legal audits are essential tools for any business—big or small. There are so many complex facets to operating a business, and with a laundry list of regulations and requirements governing them, it can be difficult to keep up. In order to stay on top of everything and protect the business, every company should have a

The prospect of starting a business is incredibly exciting for most people. The independence, the control, the promise of building something yourself from the ground up, and the thrilling risk and challenges inherent in the process are all factors that make this such an appealing route. But where do you begin? One of the most

A strong merger and acquisition (M&A) can be an excellent move for your business, helping you obtain the resources and reach you need to grow and achieve your growth goals. It can give you access to new markets and give you the tools you need to be competitive or gain the edge against a growing

Business disputes can leave anger, frustration, and significantly lighter pockets in their wake. They happen all the time, whether it’s with vendors, contractors, rival companies, clients and customers, employees, or even business partners. They can destroy relationships and leave your business in ruin if not handled properly. Luckily, there are some useful alternatives to litigation

Building and managing a business is no task for the faint-of-heart. Making sure your company is in compliance with all laws and regulations is a constant and permanent process, and most growing companies cannot afford the catastrophic effects of a lawsuit or other major legal issue. The best defense you can mount against slipping up,

Bankruptcy is a scary prospect for most businesses. But the truth is, bankruptcy is just another tool you or your company can utilize on your road to success. Understanding the bankruptcy options available to you and what they would mean for your business is essential to removing the fear and recognizing the practicality. While the