A Pennsylvania breach of contract occurs when someone fails to honor a legally binding agreement that they signed. The purpose of a contract is to establish the conditions and terms of a business agreement. The assumption is that all parties involved will uphold their...
For Pennsylvania business owners, succession planning is critical for ensuring the continuance of their enterprises. It helps owners to transfer their business interests to the next generation with as little disruption as possible while also helping to minimize tax...
When you own a business in Pittsburgh, there is always the risk of lawsuits. Here's a look at the most common lawsuits filed against business owners and what you can do to minimize your chances of being sued, from understanding your legal rights to knowing which areas...
An individual, corporation or other entities can form a limited liability company in Pennsylvania by filing a Certificate of Organization, accompanied by a docketing statement with the Bureau of Corporations and Charitable Organizations. The law doesn't require or...
Pennsylvania partnership disputes often become complicated. Although you’re dealing with a business, human emotion plays a big role. And disagreements can turn into major issues. File a lawsuit Lawsuits occur often when a partner engages in misconduct. In matters of...
It’s not an easy decision to shutter your Pennsylvania business. While just making the decision is difficult, there are then steps that you have to take with the government to legally dissolve your business. First steps to dissolving your business The first steps to...
Opening a new business in Pennsylvania involves many decisions. One of them will be the form that your new business should take. If you decide to form your business as an LLC, there are a few details to take note of. One of them will be to decide on the terms of your...
Residents and new businesses in Pittsburgh and other nearby areas of Pennsylvania should be aware of legal requirements that come with starting a new business. You want to be sure that you are ready to begin a growing business. According to Nerdwallet, you do not want...
Ideally, a portion of your business plan will be dedicated to considering the types of legal issues that your Pennsylvania company might encounter. This will make it easier to determine when you need to hire a lawyer to help represent the company's interests....
Discipline in the workplace can feel uncomfortable for both employer and employee. If not carefully dealt with, disciplinary measures can create ongoing tension and ultimately jeopardize an employee's job and an employer's reputation. When organizational leaders...
