While you wouldn't think that there would necessarily be much in common between large corporations, medium-sized enterprises and small businesses outside of a shared interest in turning a profit, it turns out that many of them are becoming increasingly united in a...
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How to effectively manage settlement conferences
In a prior post, we talked about the benefits and protections that can come with a "litigation shelter." Basically, it is a fund dedicated to answering and fending off extortion attempts masked as lawsuits, where the putative plaintiffs know (or have a good idea) that...
Can you be protected with a litigation shelter?
As a business owner, litigation should be the bane of your existence...if it hasn't been already. No one likes dealing with the proverbial "nuisance" lawsuit, which is essentially a complaint rooted in baseless (yet legally viable) claims with an exorbitant demand,...
False advertising suit initiated over Chia Crispe
Every year, a certain number of people pledge to eat healthier. As 2015 draws near, it will not be surprising to see more new "healthy" options become available in the marketplace. However, as we have seen before with "healthy" choices, not everything labeled as such...
Secrets of success for small businesses
An entrepreneur may look like he or she has everything to be successful in the business world: market intelligence, motivational skills, a gift for leadership, and most of all, confidence. It may seem like an entrepreneur is born with these attributes; or a person...
How to protect a judgment from being lost in bankruptcy
One of the things that businesses consider when bringing a lawsuit is the potential for collecting on a judgment that may be awarded. Indeed, when bringing suit against a large multi-national company, this may not be a difficult question to answer. But when suing a...
Consumers want to throttle AT&T for ‘throttling’ practice
If you are frustrated over how responsive your cellular system is, even though you purchased an unlimited data plan from AT&T, chances are that you are not alone. According to a recent WashingtonPost.com report, the Federal Trade Commission has received thousands...
Consumers want to throttle AT&T for ‘throttling’ practice
If you are frustrated over how responsive your cellular system is, even though you purchased an unlimited data plan from AT&T, chances are that you are not alone. According to a recent WashingtonPost.com report, the Federal Trade Commission has received thousands...
Lawsuits involving patent trolls on the rise
Anyone familiar with the story "The Three Billy Goats Gruff" knows the scenario. A small goat convinces the troll guarding the bridge he needs to cross not to eat him, because a larger goat will come along that will make for a hearty meal. A larger goat comes along...
Red Bull doesn’t give you wings? A lesson in false advertising
If you ask the average consumer what they know about Red Bull energy drink, they would probably respond that "it gives you wings!" This catchphrase has catapulted Red Bull into elite company when it comes to the soft drink industry, and has spawned a cult following of...

