When you go to work, you expect your employer and co-workers to treat you with respect and judge you by the quality of work you produce. Unfortunately, not all workplaces are this fair, and some employees may experience various types of mistreatment. One thing you may...
New Orleans Real Estate & Corporate Law Blog
How long does a person have to sue a builder?
The building or buying of a home or structure on commercial property is not a small thing. There is a lot involved and a significant sum of money spent. Louisiana residents trust builders to do right by them, but unfortunately, that does not always happen. Years down...
Questioning if you should skip the home inspection?
The year 2020 has changed the way many people in Louisiana and elsewhere approach the homebuying process. A lot of it is done virtually now as opposed to in-person, which is okay but not for everything. The home inspection is something that cannot be done properly via...
Getting gypped by a supplier?
Business owners in Louisiana and elsewhere do what they can to obtain the products that they need for a reasonable price. They contract with suppliers they believe are honest and responsible. However, it is not uncommon for business owners, at some point, to feel they...
Do you feel you were misled by a realtor?
You found what you thought was the perfect property. The realtor working for the seller certainly made it seem that way, but it turns out it is not everything you thought it was, and you feel you’ve been misled. According to Louisiana law, under the right...
Defects a common cause of construction disputes and litigation
The constructing of a commercial or residential building should be an exciting thing for the owner. Any excitement can quickly fade when defects are found in the final product, however. Construction defects are a common cause of construction-related disputes and...
Could a joint venture be the answer to your business issues?
Few people here in Louisiana or anywhere else would disagree that 2020 has been one of the most challenging years in recent history. With everything going on, many small businesses have experienced setbacks from which they could have some trouble recovering. The...
What you need to know about articles of incorporation
There is a lot that goes into setting up a business. It isn’t as easy as just setting up shop and opening one’s doors. The state of Louisiana requires business owners to file various legal documents during the business formation process. When creating a corporation,...
6 common real estate contingencies to consider
Buying a home is the biggest purchase many Louisiana residents will make in their lifetime. Understandably, homebuyers will want to protect themselves, their money and their investment in the process. Various real estate contingencies exist so they can do just that....
When a fiduciary fails to meet his or her obligations
Sometimes getting a business up and running and keeping it running smoothly takes some help. Business owners in Louisiana may take on partners, seek out investors and, if their companies grow enough, may end up with shareholders. A fiduciary relationship is formed and...