October 16, 2020

Liens are legal claims on property by creditors, while levies involve the actual seizure of property. Liens can be voluntary, such as mortgages, or non-consensual, like tax or judicial liens. Avoiding liens requires fulfilling obligations, negotiating settlements, or disputing invalid claims. Sumsion Business Law can assist with lien disputes and resolutions.

September 26, 2020

Auctioneers are strictly liable for selling stolen property under state and federal law. Reliance on website terms and conditions not included in the signed contract does not absolve them of responsibility. Contact us to learn more about this case or similar legal matters.

September 25, 2020

Patents protect inventions by granting exclusive rights to their creators, preventing others from making, using, or selling the invention without consent. There are three types: utility, design, and plant patents. Filing for a patent requires detailed specifications, drawings, claims, and USPTO paperwork. Without a patent, your invention is vulnerable to being copied.

September 17, 2020

Probate is the legal process of transferring property after death, involving validating a will, settling debts, and distributing assets. Disputes may arise over undue influence, lack of capacity, or improper formalities. Naming an executor and drafting a will can prevent costly litigation and ensure smooth estate management.

August 7, 2020

Contracts are legally enforceable agreements requiring mutual assent, offer and acceptance, consideration, capacity, and legality. Breaches occur when obligations are unmet, with remedies often including monetary damages. Understanding breach types—material, fundamental, and anticipatory—helps in assessing damages and resolving disputes effectively.

July 10, 2020

Construction registries track contractors, projects, and lien rights, ensuring accountability and minimizing risk. Key filings include Notice of Commencement, Preliminary Notice, Intent to Complete, and Notice of Completion. Filing accurately and on time protects lien rights and reduces liability, with legal guidance recommended for compliance.

June 30, 2020

Trademarks protect names, logos, and slogans that define a company’s brand and identity. They distinguish goods and services, enabling businesses to build emotional connections with consumers. Strong trademarks, whether suggestive or arbitrary, safeguard ideas from theft and ensure legal protection, making them essential for business success.

June 30, 2020

Operating agreements are legally binding documents that outline the rules, roles, and procedures for managing an LLC. They cover key areas such as management structure, capital contributions, profit allocation, member rights, liabilities, and dissolution. Properly drafted agreements ensure legal compliance, protect members, and prevent disputes.

June 30, 2020

Contracts can become unenforceable due to issues like duress, undue influence, misrepresentation, nondisclosure, unconscionability, mistake, public policy conflicts, impossibility, or lack of capacity. Understanding these factors ensures fair agreements and protects parties from legal disputes or invalid obligations.

July 10, 2020

Contracts are foundational to business and transactions, requiring offer, acceptance, consideration, and mutual agreement. Breaches occur when one party fails to fulfill obligations, causing harm to the other. Litigation addresses such disputes, ensuring compensation and justice for damages caused by non-compliance.