In the complex world of business, disputes are sometimes inevitable. Whether its a disagreement over the terms of a purchase agreement or supply agreement, an issue arising from a merger or acquisition transaction, or a conflict i...
What is Succession Planning? Succession planning is the strategic process of identifying and developing individuals within an organization to ensure seamless transitions in leadership roles when key personnel depart. It's a vital aspect of business strategy often overlooked until it's too late. ...
What is the Corporate Transparency Act? The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) was passed as part of the National Defense Authorization Act on January 1, 2021, marking a significant step forward in US efforts to combat financial crimes. The legislation, which went into effect on January 1, 2024, ...
In 2021, the United States Congress passed the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) for the purpose of combating illegal activities, such as money laundering and terrorist financing. The CTA went into effect on January 1, 2024, bringing the United States in closer alignment with international stand...
Navigating business law without a lawyer isn’t just challenging; it’s a risky gamble. Why roll the dice when you can have the assurance of strategic legal guidance? In this Blog post, we discuss that when money, compliance, risk, and contracts are at stake, it may be time to hire an experienced business attorney.
Do you have an idea for a new business? Working with a business lawyer will help to ensure that you're structuring your new business in the most advantageous way. In this Blog post, we discuss several ways in which a business lawyer can help establish a new business. Contact us at www.jsettleslaw.com today for a free initial consultation.
All businesses need capital. In this Blog post, we summarize some of the different financing options available to a small and medium-sized businesses.
Like all humans, corporate officers and directors are not always perfect. In this blog post, we discuss the legal theory known as "the business judgment rule", and its application and relevance to officer and director liability and to good corporate governance.
In this blog post, we describe what corporate governance means and why its important. We list 5 reasons why good governance means good business, and 5 tips for implementation. We also discuss the concepts of ESG and DEI and their role in entity governance.
Limited liability companies are a favorable entity choice in many cases. In this Blog post, we discuss several of the advantages and attributes of a limited liability company.
What Are Fiduciary Duties? In the context of corporate leadership, fiduciary duties include the duty of loyalty and the duty of care. In this blog post, we break down the fiduciary duties of officers and directors, and discuss their elements and importance to sound corporate governance.
Many factors must be assessed when forming a new business. Founders must think about liability concerns, taxes, administration and other topics before forming a new business. In this Blog post, we discuss several important factors in the formation of a new business.
Due diligence is a critical and complicated aspect of M&A and other commercial transactions. In this blog post we discuss the importance of due diligence and why its performed.
