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Amgen Supreme Court decision: Citing to The Telegraph and Light Bulb Patent Battles

Learn more about the Supreme Court’s recent decision in Amgen in this article in Attorney At Law Magazine: Amgen Supreme Court decision: Citing to The Telegraph and Light Bulb Patent Battles #trialattorneys #schwartzlawfirm The material contained herein is provided for informational purposes only and is not legal advice, nor is it a substitute for obtaining legal advice from an attorney,…

Countering the valuation in a partner buyout scenario.

Your business partnership is no longer a productive and positive relationship. The two of you disagree about the future of the company or there has been a serious breakdown of trust. You recognize that a buyout of your partner might be the simplest solution, and so you bring the issue up to them in one of your regular business development…

Red flags concerning a new business partner.

Your company’s success may largely depend on finding the right business partner. As such, identifying potential signs of a “bad” business partner could prove to be crucial in better ensuring the success and longevity of any business venture. What should you look for to ensure that you have found the right person to work with – and to avoid making…

Section 271(e)(1) Defenses in Patent Infringement Cases: An Analysis of U.S. Supreme Court Cases.

Learn more about Section 271(e)(1) in this article in Attorney At Law Magazine: Section 271(e)(1) Defenses in Patent Infringement Cases: An Analysis of U.S. Supreme Court Cases #trialattorneys #schwartzlawfirm The material contained herein is provided for informational purposes only and is not legal advice, nor is it a substitute for obtaining legal advice from an attorney, nor do you have…

What should a partnership agreement include?

If you’re starting a business with another individual, it’s wise to create a partnership agreement. People are often tempted to skip over this step. They may be starting the business with a family member, a friend or a previous coworker and perhaps believe that the two of them are on the same page and there won’t be any issues. But…

Understanding shareholder oppression.

A minority shareholder is someone who owns less than half of a business. As a result, the shareholder, typically, has a limited amount of rights and power when making decisions on behalf of a company, unlike a majority shareholder who owns more than half a business. However, most minority shareholders still have some say over a company’s affairs, such as…

Do you intend to pursue a vote of no confidence?

When you participate in the management of an organization, whether it is a successful corporation or a non-profit organization, the actions of board members and executives can reflect on everyone involved with the company. While there are often a few people who vote against even popular decisions, sometimes individual executives or board members do something that most other parties involved…

What Is A Special Litigation Committee?

Learn more about special litigation committees in this article in Attorney At Law Magazine: What Is A Special Litigation Committee? #trialattorneys #schwartzlawfirm The material contained herein is provided for informational purposes only and is not legal advice, nor is it a substitute for obtaining legal advice from an attorney, nor do you have an attorney-client relationship with Schwartz Law Firm…

How to prove an executive’s misconduct to shareholders.

Running a successful business will present a never-ending string of challenges. Although many of these issues will be external threats, internal issues may be present that can lead to risk for the entire organization. For example, you never know when someone involved in the operations of the company might engage in some significant misconduct, like embezzlement. Recognizing the warning signs…

Addressing Legal Challenges Common to Family Businesses

Learn more about common legal issues facing family businesses in this article in Attorney At Law Magazine: Addressing Legal Challenges Common to Family Businesses #trialattorneys #schwartzlawfirm The material contained herein is provided for informational purposes only and is not legal advice, nor is it a substitute for obtaining legal advice from an attorney, nor do you have an attorney-client relationship…