McKay, Burton & Thurman, P.C. Legal Blog

Starting a new job can broaden someone’s horizons in unexpected ways. They gain greater insight into an industry, develop important connections and deepen their knowledge of a specific…

Small businesses often run on a tight budget with very little wiggle room. They count on being able to have a consistent income that covers expenses and provides…

When entering into a franchise agreement, a franchisee essentially obtains the rights to operate a business under the franchisor’s brand and system. This complex contractual relationship involves various…

Navigating through bankruptcy is a challenging period for any business. Maintaining a company’s reputation during this time is crucial for its future recovery and success. Bankruptcy can often…

Restructuring a business is a common undertaking in the wake of times of financial hardship. Businesses may restructure or reorganize internally or may do so in conjunction with…

Starting a new business means taking total responsibility for an organization’s development and future. It also means that the aspiring entrepreneur has to make some very challenging choices…

Every new hire can significantly benefit an organization. The right salesperson could bring in a huge amount of revenue, while an executive might help with a rebranding effort…

Companies have to protect themselves from inappropriate conduct from others, as well as unfair competition. One of the ways they do so is through carefully-negotiated contracts. Employment contracts…

When two aspiring business owners decide to work together, they can benefit from crafting a partnership agreement. It’s best to have a written contract to refer to in…

When an entrepreneur starts a small business or someone takes over an existing company, they tend to invest quite a bit of their time and resources in the…