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What Employer Actions Can Create Implied Employment Contracts?

By | Published April 9, 2025 | Posted in Employment Law | Tagged Tags: , , | Leave a comment

In Arizona, as in many states, the principle of “at-will” employment allows employers and employees to terminate their working relationship at any time and for any reason, or for no reason at all. However, despite this seemingly straightforward doctrine, courts in some instances will recognize implied contracts of employment. These contracts, though not explicitly stated, Read More

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Complying With the Corporate Transparency Act in Buying a Business

By | Published April 2, 2025 | Posted in Business Law | Tagged Tags: , , | Leave a comment

The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), which took effect in 2024, represents a significant shift in the regulatory landscape for businesses in the United States. Its primary aim is to curb illicit activities by enhancing the transparency of business ownership. The requires beneficial owners of certain U.S. and foreign entities to file identifying information with the Read More

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Essential Elements of a Business Succession Plan

By | Published March 26, 2025 | Posted in Business Law | Tagged Tags: , , | Leave a comment

For businesses that are family-owned or held by a small group of individuals, losing a principal member due to retirement, disability or death can be a critical juncture. A succession plan is vital to promoting the enterprise’s continued sustainability. It is a set of procedures designed to allow the business to go forward with operations Read More

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How to Make Your Contract’s Limitation of Liability Clause Enforceable

By | Published March 19, 2025 | Posted in Contract Disputes | Tagged Tags: , , | Leave a comment

When you’re drafting a business contract, one of the smartest tools at your disposal is a limitation of liability clause. This provision can help you cap your financial exposure by setting limits on your damages exposure in case things don’t go as planned. The ultimate goal is controlling risk and keeping potential losses predictable. These Read More

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Developing a Comprehensive Plan for Protecting Intellectual Property

By | Published March 12, 2025 | Posted in Business Law | Tagged Tags: , , , | Leave a comment

For many businesses, intellectual property (IP) is a significant asset. Whether a patent for an innovative product, a trademark for a recognized brand or a copyright for original content, safeguarding IP assets is vital to maintaining competitiveness and promoting long-term success. A well-devised IP protection strategy helps prevent unauthorized use, reinforces brand identity and fosters Read More

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The Essentials of Due Diligence in the Purchase of a Business

By | Published March 5, 2025 | Posted in Business Acquisition, Business Law | Tagged Tags: , , | Leave a comment

Due diligence is a fundamental stage in the acquisition of a business. Due diligence provides the buyer with an opportunity to thoroughly assess the target business’s financial health, legal health, operational structure and actual and potential liabilities before finalizing the transaction. While due diligence is a widely recognized term, its specifics should be detailed as Read More

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Why a Strong Operating Agreement Is Vital for Your LLC

By | Published February 26, 2025 | Posted in Business Law | Tagged Tags: , , | Leave a comment

Every limited liability company (LLC) should have a clear framework for governance, financial management, and dispute resolution. Though Arizona law does not mandate an operating agreement, relying solely on state default rules can lead to complications that may not align with your business’s unique needs. By establishing an operating agreement, LLC owners can define their Read More

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What Are the Most Common Reasons for Commercial Litigation?

By | Published February 19, 2025 | Posted in Business Law | Tagged Tags: , , | 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

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When Can Churches Raise Immunity as a Defense to a Lawsuit?

By | Published February 12, 2025 | Posted in church law | Tagged Tags: , , | Leave a comment

In Arizona, churches and other religious organizations, like any other entity, can be subject to civil lawsuits under certain circumstances. While the First Amendment and related doctrines afford religious institutions certain protections, they are not completely immune from civil liability. Individuals who believe they have been harmed by a church’s actions may have grounds to Read More

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Suing an Out-of-State Company in Arizona’s Courts

By | Published February 5, 2025 | Posted in business litigation | Tagged Tags: , , | Leave a comment

An individual or company preparing a lawsuit against an out-of-state defendant can find it much more advantageous to file the case in Arizona. Litigating locally reduces travel expenses and logistical challenges, including the need to hire an attorney in another state. Access to local attorneys, witnesses and evidence simplifies case preparation. Arizona juries are more Read More

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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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