Business Litigation

Contract breaches can be very expensive for businesses.  Company leaders may need to find a different vendor or service provider with limited notice. They may be unable to offer certain goods and services as they usually do. They might unintentionally breach a...

You initially started your business with a partner. The two of you, working together, were able to find a significant level of success. But then your business partner left the company without warning. This has significantly harmed the business and your income. You...

If you have one or more business partners, then it is unlikely that you will agree with them on everything. Occasional disagreements are par for the course, and the ability to see things differently can help drive the company forward. Sometimes, however, disagreements...

Contract disputes are a frustrating reality of running a business. Even with clear terms, misunderstandings can happen.  When a contract is disputed, it can slow operations, hurt relationships and cost time and money. Here are some of the most common types of contract...

When business owners in Illinois disagree about their company's worth, they often turn to the courts for answers. The state has seen more valuation disputes in recent years, especially during business sales, mergers and divorces where a business is part of marital...

Building a thriving business takes time, dedication and unwavering commitment. Still, others may attempt to undermine your efforts and capitalize on your success through unfair or illegal means. Understanding when to issue a cease and desist letter is crucial in...

Sports-adjacent businesses near Wrigley Field and United Center face unique partnership challenges. These ventures need teamwork off the field as much as on it to tackle game-day rushes and seasonal changes. Chicago's passionate sports fans drive a thriving business...

Managing a business has always been a high-stakes job. So, when conflicts threaten to undermine everything you have built, your knee-jerk reaction might be to gear up for a legal battle. Still, mediation can resolve the situation and maintain your business...

As a business owner, unless you have been involved in a lawsuit before, you likely are not an expert in lawsuits. And, if you are involved in a lawsuit, the entire process likely feels like a blackhole. In Illinois business litigation, the deposition process is...

Alternative dispute resolution, or ADR, has grown in popularity in recent decades for many reasons. ADR refers to different legal processes that all have the aim of helping businesses and individuals resolve lawsuits or potential lawsuits before their cases proceed to...