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What Are the Most Common Reasons for Commercial Litigation?

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By Donald W. Hudspeth | Published February 19, 2025 | Posted in Business Law | Tagged Tags: anti-dumping, business litigation, import restrictions | Leave a comment

Commercial litigation encompasses a broad spectrum of issues that can significantly impact businesses, both financially and operationally. At its core, commercial litigation deals with conflicts between businesses or between businesses and individuals. Also many of these can be dealt with through dispute resolution processes like mediation and arbitration, a large number do end up in Read More

How the “Work Made for Hire” Rule Affects Copyright Ownership

By Donald W. Hudspeth | Published January 15, 2025 | Posted in Business Law, Corporate Counsel, Litigation, regulatory counsel | Tagged Tags: Copyright Law, copyright ownership, freelance agreements, Intellectual Property | Leave a comment

Under U.S. copyright law, if an employee creates a work within the scope of their employment, the employer, not the employee, is considered the legal author and copyright owner. The “work made for hire” rule means that the employer retains all exclusive rights to the work, including reproduction, distribution and licensing. Determining whether a creation Read More

Keeping Your Company’s Buy-Sell Agreement Up to Date

By Donald W. Hudspeth | Published January 1, 2025 | Posted in Business Acquisition, Business Formation, Business Law, Contract Disputes, Corporate Counsel, Shareholder Rights | Tagged Tags: business lawyer, buy-sell, Tax Implications, tax regulations | Leave a comment

A buy-sell agreement is vital for any closely held business, serving as the governing document for major transitions. However, an outdated agreement may fail to reflect current business conditions, evolving legal requirements or the changing wishes of the owners, leaving the company vulnerable to disputes and losses. That is why it is so important to Read More

The Importance of Continuing Training for C-Suite Executives

By Donald W. Hudspeth | Published December 25, 2024 | Posted in Business Law, Corporate Counsel, Litigation, Mediation and Arbitration, regulatory counsel | Tagged Tags: emerging technologies, legal liabilities, regulatory frameworks | Leave a comment

As the strategic leaders of their companies, CEOs and other top executives are tasked with making decisions that have far-reaching consequences. Although chosen for their experience, knowledge and skill sets, the rapidly evolving nature of technology, markets and regulatory environments makes continuous learning essential. Continued training not only help executives stay updated but also equip Read More

Resolving Partnership Disputes Through Mediation

By Donald W. Hudspeth | Published November 20, 2024 | Posted in breach of fiduciary duty, Business Law | Tagged Tags: fiduciary duty, Financial disputes, Mediation | Leave a comment

Mediation allows business partners to address their conflicts with the help of a neutral third party (the mediator), who facilitates communication, sharpens the issues and encourages mutual problem-solving. This process is particularly well-suited for partnership disputes. Mediation is confidential, so that the details of the business and the conflict remain private. This protects the company’s Read More

Key Elements of Buying or Selling a Small Business

By Donald W. Hudspeth | Published November 13, 2024 | Posted in Business Law | Tagged Tags: Due Diligence, Financing, Stock Purchase | Leave a comment

Buying or selling a small business is a major venture that requires careful planning and attention to detail. Whichever side of the transaction you are on, several important issues need to be addressed to bring about a successful deal. Due diligence is perhaps the most critical step. It protects buyers from overpaying or acquiring a Read More

How to Protect Your Interests in a Business Divorce

By Donald W. Hudspeth | Published November 6, 2024 | Posted in Business Law | Tagged Tags: Asset Division, Business Divorce, disputes | Leave a comment

“Business divorce” refers to the dissolution of a business partnership or co-ownership, often marked by disputes and conflicts among the owners. Just as in a personal divorce, business divorces can be emotionally charged and complex, arising from various causes such as disagreements over management styles, financial disputes, differences in vision for the company, or even Read More

Noncompete Clauses in Employment Contracts Still Valid in Arizona

By Donald W. Hudspeth | Published October 30, 2024 | Posted in Business Law | Tagged Tags: Arizona Law, business interests, Noncompete Agreements | Leave a comment

In Arizona, noncompete agreements between employers and employees remain valid despite the Federal Trade Commission’s 2023 rule banning such clauses. The ban was set to take effect in September 2024, but a federal judge in Texas effectively struck it down, holding that the agency lacks the substantive rulemaking authority to regulate unfair methods of competition. Read More

Special Legal Concerns Faced by Health Care Providers

By Donald W. Hudspeth | Published September 25, 2024 | Posted in Business Law, healthcare business | Tagged Tags: business, Health care, Medicare, Patient privacy | Leave a comment

Managing a health care business, such as a hospital, surgery center or medical practice, presents unique and complex legal challenges. These entities operate in a highly regulated environment requiring compliance with federal, state and local laws. The legal concerns involved in running such a business go beyond those faced by other industries, as they must Read More

How to Anticipate and Avoid Business Purchase Contract Litigation

By Donald W. Hudspeth | Published September 11, 2024 | Posted in breach of fiduciary duty, Business Law, Litigation | Tagged Tags: business, Fiduciary, litigation | Leave a comment

Business purchase contracts are often complex agreements involving significant financial stakes, multiple parties, and intricate terms. Despite the best efforts of all involved, these contracts can sometimes lead to disputes that escalate into litigation. Buyers and sellers should understand the common causes of action that arise from these disputes, the types of remedies that can Read More

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Donald W. Hudspeth

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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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