Business & Commercial Law

A shareholders’ agreement is a legally binding contract between the shareholders of a corporation that outlines their rights and obligations. More importantly, it details the extent to which they can exercise their rights in the company. The shareholders’ agreement...

Businesses must be meticulous when choosing their entity as it plays a substantial role in the company’s success. Evidently, most small businesses have different priorities and capacities than other types of companies, which may work well as corporations. Because of...

Even if a business is successful, it may be time to let it go if it is no longer part of one’s priorities. If you are a partner who wants to sell their business shares, it is important to draft a buy-sell agreement that would benefit and protect all parties. Some...

It takes time to navigate the process of setting up a new business. Owners have to make important decisions that could make or break the success of their company. One of the essential decisions they have to make is choosing which entity is best for their business. And...

When starting a business, you have many options to find success. For instance, you could form a business partnership. A business partner could be someone who shares your ambition and helps your business grow to its full potential. While that may not be enough of a...

At some point, you may have heard people say that business owners wear many hats. This is a very common sentiment, and it is often said about entrepreneurs. It’s a metaphor, simply stating that they have to take on many different roles within the company. For example,...

Taking the leap to launch your own business has been one of the most rewarding things you have ever done. You built a successful brand, have made profits and given others employment opportunities.  With that being said, there are few business owners who run their...

Most people have heard the term “silent partner,” but fewer know what on actually is. It may even seem a bit nefarious – like someone having an influence on a business or helping keep it going financially without any public awareness of their involvement. In...

Debt is something that can keep people from taking risks and making business decisions, simply because they worry about having to pay back that debt if the business doesn’t pan out. The amount of money needed to start a business might be so great that the individual...

Opening a family business offers several benefits. You can leave your children and grandchildren a legacy and have something lasting for future generations. However, to do this, it is necessary to continue on a path of growth and success.  Unfortunately, disputes may...