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Essential Elements of a Strong Partnership Agreement

By Donald W. Hudspeth | Published April 24, 2024 | Posted in Business Law | Tagged Tags: business partnership, Mediation, Mutual agreement, workable partnership | Leave a comment

A successful business partnership thrives on clear communication, shared goals, and a well-defined framework for collaboration. A strong and workable partnership agreement acts as the cornerstone of this framework, outlining rights, responsibilities, and contingencies for various situations that may arise. The following are elements that should be included in most every partnership agreement: Contributions and Read More

Restrictive Covenants in Arizona Employment

By Donald W. Hudspeth | Published April 17, 2024 | Posted in Business Law, Publications | Tagged Tags: Arizona Employment, Employment Law, Public interest | Leave a comment

In today’s information-driven business environment, Arizona employers often rely on restrictive covenants to protect their confidential information and customer relationships. These agreements limit employees’ ability to compete with the employer after the term of employment ends. However, Arizona law takes a balanced approach when it comes to enforceability of such agreements, recognizing both the employer’s Read More

Succession Planning for Small Businesses

By Donald W. Hudspeth | Published April 10, 2024 | Posted in Business Law | Tagged Tags: business, Business closure, Family disputes | Leave a comment

For many small business owners, their venture isn’t just a source of income. It’s a culmination of years of hard work that embodies their vision. Ensuring its smooth continuation after their exit requires a strategy known as succession planning. Simply put, a succession plan outlines the process of transferring ownership and leadership of a business Read More

Common Causes of Commercial Litigation

By Donald W. Hudspeth | Published April 3, 2024 | Posted in Business Law, Litigation | Tagged Tags: Commerce, Innovation, Intellectual Property | Leave a comment

The world of commerce, while driven by collaboration, has more than its fair share of disputes. Businesses often find themselves embroiled in legal battles with other enterprises. Understanding the common reasons for these lawsuits can help keep them from arising. Here’s a breakdown of some of the most frequent causes of commercial litigation: Breach of Read More

Drafting an Effective Non-Compete Agreement

By Donald W. Hudspeth | Published March 27, 2024 | Posted in Business Law | Tagged Tags: business interests, enforceability, Non-Compete | Leave a comment

Non-compete agreements can be valuable tools for businesses to protect their confidential information and customer relationships. These agreements may be required as a condition of employment. However, if a non-compete is challenged after an employee leaves a company, enforceability may hinge on how carefully the agreement was constructed. The most important aspect of a non-compete Read More

Customers’ Remedies for Construction Delays

By Donald W. Hudspeth | Published March 20, 2024 | Posted in construction law | Tagged Tags: Construction projects, contractor, seek damages | Leave a comment

Construction projects are often intricate undertakings and delays are a frustratingly common occurrence. While a minor setback might be understandable, significant delays can wreak havoc on a customer’s finances. What happens when the wait for the job to start or progress stretches from weeks to months? A busy construction industry can be a double-edged sword Read More

Essential Steps for Starting a Small Business

By Donald W. Hudspeth | Published March 6, 2024 | Posted in Publications | Tagged Tags: business location, business plan, fundamental principles | Leave a comment

Establishment of a business is a challenging endeavor. It requires careful planning, research and execution to turn a concept into a thriving enterprise. Whether you’re launching a tech startup, a local retail operation or an online boutique, there are certain fundamental principles that apply. The following are the some of the core steps in the Read More

Health Care Law Pertaining to Special Types of Treatment

By Donald W. Hudspeth | Published February 28, 2024 | Posted in Publications | Tagged Tags: addiction treatment, healthcare, Nursing homes | Leave a comment

The healthcare industry encompasses a diverse range of facilities and programs beyond provision of traditional medical and therapeutic services. These include assisted living facilities, addiction treatment programs and behavioral treatment programs where vulnerable individuals seek care and support. Programs and facilities are regulated at both the state and federal levels. Each has specific licensing, accreditation Read More

Key Methods of Resolving Partnership Disputes

By Donald W. Hudspeth | Published February 21, 2024 | Posted in Corporate Counsel, Publications | Tagged Tags: business direction, compensation, disputes, inevitable | Leave a comment

A business partnership begins among people who share a vision, but as the business developments, disagreements are inevitable. Disputes can arise over a host of issues, such as business direction, management, compensation, ownership and alleged misconduct. When differences of opinion turn into full-blown disputes, the future of the partnership and even the business itself can Read More

Advantages of Retaining Outside General Counsel

By Donald W. Hudspeth | Published October 20, 2021 | Posted in Corporate Counsel | Tagged Tags: Arizona LLCs, Business Law, Commercial Transactions, Employment Law, Intellectual Property | Leave a comment

Advantages of Retaining Outside General Counsel If you own or manage a small to medium-sized business, you know that legal concerns often arise during the course of operations. These can range from employment issues to governmental compliance to disputes with third parties. Keeping a lawyer on staff is an option for companies with a regular Read More

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Donald W. Hudspeth

Principal Attorney

Attorney Donald W. Hudspeth has more than twenty years’ experience practicing corporate and business law. Before attending law school, Mr. Hudspeth held a stock brokers license at the age of 21 and owned his own business at the age of 23. He was a business law professor at Arizona State University, West Campus, and has conducted classes and seminars for a number of higher institutions and organizations. Mr. Hudspeth has published two books on law and is the founder of the radio programs Law on the Edge and Law Talk.

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Mark S. Hamilton

Attorney

About Attorney Mark S. Hamilton has experience handling all aspects of civil and commercial litigation in federal, state, and tribal courts at the trial and appellate levels. Practice Areas Business litigation Commercial litigation Education University Of Hawaii Wm. S. Richardson School Of Law, Juris Doctor - 2002 University Of Hawaii, Master Of Arts in Asian…

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