What Happens When Your Business Partner Dies in Maryland?
- July 10, 2019
- William Heyman
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Starting a business with a trusted partner can be a rewarding experience. However, if your business partner, unfortunately, passes away, your business could be affected in a number of ways. Additionally, if you did not have a plan about what…
Can One Business Partner Force a Buyout of the Other in Maryland?
- May 28, 2019
- William Heyman
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If you operate a business with one or more partners and you believe your partner is not handling their share of the workload, you may wonder if you can force a buyout of that partner. While there are many other…
How Are 50/50 Shareholder Disputes Typically Resolved in Maryland?
- April 2, 2019
- William Heyman
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When a business has two owners, both usually must agree on major decisions about the company. Unfortunately, this creates the opportunity for disagreements to result in deadlock – which, if not addressed effectively, can hinder operations and ultimately prove fatal…
How to Protect Commercial Real Estate from Squatters in Baltimore
- January 3, 2019
- William Heyman
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Squatters can be a huge nuisance for commercial real estate owners. Not only can squatters cause damage to your property and lower its quality or value, they can also jeopardize your ownership rights. If squatters take up residence on your…
How Does Vacant Property Receivership Work in Baltimore City?
- December 28, 2018
- William Heyman
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Vacant property receivership is a legal process the City of Baltimore uses to assess and clean up issues that are caused by vacant or abandoned houses within the city. For example, some vacant properties can become home to squatters and…
5 Ways to Resolve Partnership Disputes in Maryland
- October 17, 2018
- William Heyman
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When a partnership dispute arises, it may be impossible to continue with business as usual. In some cases, disputes may end the partnership. Sometimes, terminating the partnership is the best means to resolve the dispute; however, there are additional ways…
Common Types of Partnership Dispute Cases in Maryland
- October 10, 2018
- William Heyman
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Operating a partnership can be stressful. Differences in opinion, different business strategies, and simple disagreements can lead to disasters with businesses. If one partner runs into financial hardship, the entire partnership can face problems. Disputes and corporate litigation can often…
Can You Be Sued for Walking Away from a Real Estate Closing in Maryland?
- October 2, 2018
- William Heyman
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Real estate transactions often involve long processes comprised of many steps. Real estate is often one of the most expensive things a person owns. Even businesses may hold real estate as one of their most valuable assets. Buying and selling…
EA Donates $1M To Fla. Shooting Victims In Face Of Lawsuit
- September 4, 2018
- William Heyman
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Law360 (August 31, 2018, 8:00 PM EDT) — Electronic Arts Inc. donated $1 million on Friday to a GoFundMe campaign it set up to benefit victims of the recent deadly shooting at a video game event in Jacksonville, Florida, just hours…
What is Needed for a Contract to Be Legally Binding in Maryland?
- August 15, 2018
- William Heyman
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Contracts are one of the most important parts of business. Many businesses continue to operate only because they have strong contracts that protect their interests and business. For a contract to be binding, it must meet a few essential elements. Baltimore…