Blog Posts in 2015

• Posted By Rifkind Patrick LLC 21-Dec-2015

  Can I Sue for Breach of Verbal Contract?

  Let us say that two parties entered into a verbal or “oral” agreement over the exchange of services. One of the parties holds up their end of the deal, while the other party refuses to provide payment or deliver what was promised. Is the ...

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• Posted By Rifkind Patrick LLC 7-Dec-2015

  Why Do I Need a Landlord/Tenant Lawyer for My Dispute?

  While many of the issues faced by landlords and tenants are minor and can be easily resolved by reviewing the lease agreement or having a civil conversation, some issues can seriously affect either party and lead to unnecessary stress and thousands ...

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• Posted By Rifkind Patrick LLC 23-Nov-2015

  What Remedies Are Available for a Breach of Contract?

  In business, to “ breach a contract ” means the failure to perform any term of a contract without a legitimate excuse, whether such a contract is oral or written. Examples of this, include but are not limited to: The failure to complete a ...

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• Posted By Rifkind Patrick LLC 2-Nov-2015

  The 4 Major Business Organization Forms

  Business organization is the single-most important choice you’ll make regarding your company. What form your business adopts will affect a multitude of factors, many of which will decide your company’s future. Aligning your goals to your ...

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• Posted By Rifkind Patrick LLC 30-Oct-2015

  The Difference Between Subchapter S & C Corporations

  When beginning a corporate venture, owners ought to keep in mind their long-term goals for the business. Is the idea to take on more shareholders? To go public? To offer different classes of stocks? If these are questions you are asking, you’ll ...

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• Posted By Rifkind Patrick LLC 27-Aug-2015

  What Does a Non-Compete Agreement Do?

  Non-compete agreements or clauses are a frequent addition to new employment contracts. Essentially, these agreements will prevent one of your employees from directly competing with your business, or working for a competitor, for a specified length of ...

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