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Your Year-End Legal Checklist for a Strong New Year
As the year winds down, business owners often focus on holiday sales, inventory counts, and financial reports. While these are crucial, it’s also the perfect time to conduct a legal...
When Agreements Break: Understanding Business Contract Breaches
A handshake and a promise might feel solid, but in the world of business, a well-crafted contract is your true foundation. Contracts define relationships, set expectations, and provide a roadmap...
When Washington Shuts Down, Your Business Pays the Price
A federal government shutdown sends ripples across the entire economy. While news coverage often focuses on furloughed federal employees, thousands of private businesses that contract with the government face an...
Celebrating Excellence: Our Platinum Level 2026 NM Family Friendly Business Award
We are thrilled to announce that our law firm has been recognized as a Platinum Level 2026 NM Family Friendly Business! This prestigious designation highlights our unwavering commitment to fostering a...
Criminal Background Checks for Employment: Know the Law
Most states now have statutes to protect individuals with criminal records from unfair discrimination in employment, commonly called “ban the box” statutes, as in banning the check box requiring a...
Acquiring a Business? Key Steps for a Smooth Transition
Buying a new business is one of the most significant steps a business owner can take. It’s an exciting opportunity for growth, market expansion, and strategic advantage. However, the path...
Can You Fire an Employee for a Social Media Post?
An employee posts a controversial opinion on their personal social media account. The post goes viral, and suddenly, your business is facing a public relations storm. Customers are angry, your...
FTC Noncompete Ban Overturned: What It Means for Your Business
A major regulatory initiative to ban most noncompete agreements nationwide has come to a halt. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has withdrawn its appeal of a federal court ruling that...
What to Do When You Receive a Trademark Infringement Notice
Receiving a formal notice that your business may be infringing on someone else’s trademark can be a stressful experience. It often arrives in the form of a cease and desist...
Understanding and Managing Your Legal Bills Effectively
Legal bills can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re already dealing with stressful legal matters. Many clients wonder why attorney fees seem so high and how they can better control these...
What to Do If Another Business Steals Your Copyright
Copyright theft isn’t just frustrating—it can be devastating for small businesses. When another company copies your blog posts, product photos, course materials, or brand elements, they’re profiting off your hard...