Each week on “Ask The Attorney”, Alex Alexander talks with attorneys to ask important questions. Brandon recently sat down with Alex to talk about Schwartz Law Firm and how working in a family business has helped other businesses navigate their disputes. The material contained herein is provided for informational purposes only and is not legal advice, nor is it a…
When forming your business, it is important to have the right team around you. We discussed with ReelLawyers the team members that can be vital in helping both get your business off the ground and for long-term success. The material contained herein is provided for informational purposes only and is not legal advice, nor is it a substitute for obtaining…
There are some common issues that, if they permeate business relationships, often result in the commencement of litigation. We discussed with ReelLawyers some of these common causes. 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…
Most small businesses are started with family members, friends, or individuals with a long working history. Those bonds are based on trust. So when the relationship sours, emotions can run deep during a business dispute. We discussed with ReelLawyers why it is important to focus on results versus the emotions in such disputes. The material contained herein is provided for…
Case No. 10-CV-20-155 in Carver County involved competing claims against members of a Minnesota limited liability company conducting business in Michigan for breaches of fiduciary duty and usurpation of corporate opportunities. The Defendants also asserted a litany of counterclaims against the Plaintiffs. Representing the Plaintiffs, Schwartz Law Firm successfully obtained dismissal of all counterclaims against the Plaintiffs and obtained three…
Shareholder disputes can arise in many shapes and forms. We discussed with ReelLawyers the types of such disputes which appear on the rise. Having an attorney experienced in shareholder dispute litigation is key to achieving an optimal outcome. The material contained herein is provided for informational purposes only and is not legal advice, nor is it a substitute for obtaining…
We discussed with ReelLawyers what sets Schwartz Law Firm apart. Check it out here! About Schwartz Law Firm 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 unless and until the…
If you own a business, undoubtedly you have heard the phrase “piercing the corporate veil” or you may have wondered whether you could personally be held liable for the debts or obligations of the business. Piercing the veil (which also applies to limited liability companies) is the method in which a person or business could seek to hold you personally…
The reasons triggering a dispute between owners are never the same. Having handled several member and shareholder litigations, none of the disputes started the same way or involved the exact same circumstances. There are, however, some common themes that often times lead to a dispute between owners. Usurpation of corporate opportunities, owners standing on both sides of a transaction, and…