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Is Your Business Sale-Ready? A Pre-Due-Diligence Checklist

By Donald W. Hudspeth | Published December 31, 2025 | Posted in Business Law | Tagged Tags: contracts, financials, Intellectual Property | Leave a comment

Most business owners focus on valuation only when they think about selling. But in practice, deals fall apart not because of price, but because of what buyers uncover during due diligence. Surprises slow negotiations, reduce leverage and can even kill a transaction. Preparing early — ideally 12 to 24 months before going to market — Read More

What Are the Essential Components of Service Contracts?

By Donald W. Hudspeth | Published October 29, 2025 | Posted in Contract Law | Tagged Tags: Intellectual Property, liability, service contracts | Leave a comment

Service contracts are vital in nearly every industry. They manage a business’s relationships with vendors, consultants, freelancers, marketing agencies, IT providers and other external providers. These contracts set expectations, reduce risk and provide for legal remedies if disputes arise. Unlike sales contracts, service contracts are generally not governed by the Uniform Commercial Code. The substance 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

Finding the Right Legal Partner for Your Small Business

By Donald W. Hudspeth | Published May 8, 2024 | Posted in Business Law | Tagged Tags: billing structure, Employment issues, Intellectual Property, small business | Leave a comment

Running a small business is an exciting endeavor, but it also comes with its fair share of challenges. One critical aspect that can often be overlooked is the importance of legal counsel. While legal fees may seem like an unnecessary expense, having an attorney on your side can prevent costly mistakes and navigate complex situations 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

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

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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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