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Buying a Franchise: 3 Things You Need to Know
By Christopher Coble, Esq. | Last updated on
Why take the risk of starting your own business from scratch when you can buy into an already successful chain? Many entrepreneurs think about this every day,...
What Happens To My Business if I Go Bankrupt?
By Christopher Coble, Esq. | Last updated on
When the debts start piling up, you may have to consider bankruptcy. Bankruptcy may sound appealing. You get the creditors off your back and your debts...
Am I Liable if Someone Has an Allergic Reaction to My Product?
By Christopher Coble, Esq. | Last updated on
An estimated 15 million Americans have food allergies, including 1 in every 13 children. Every three minutes, someone is rushed to the emergency room for an...
Did Target Steal This IP?
By Christopher Coble, Esq. | Last updated on
"Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery," or so they say. But when a giant retailer copies your t-shirt design, is that flattery or actual copyright...
Can You Put a Non-Disparagement Clause in a Severance Package?
By Christopher Coble, Esq. | Last updated on
No one wants to be bad mouthed, especially by a disgruntled former employee. Companies have tried, unsuccessfully, to censor customer complaints on review...
Waco Twin Peaks Shut Down After Shootout: Liable to Employees?
By Christopher Coble, Esq. | Last updated on
Last Sunday, a brawl among biker gangs broke out in front of Texas Twin Peaks restaurant. It started out as quiet Sunday, but police were already on edge. They...