Purchasing a business can be a very exciting time, but as with any major investment, it should be done with careful thought and professional assistance. Either prior to locating the potential business for purchase or at the latest once that business is identified, the purchaser should assemble their professional...

It is extremely common for a buyer to conduct a due diligence investigation of a seller when purchasing a business. At the very least, the buyer (or the buyer’s lender) will conduct a UCC lien search. However, a due diligence investigation on the seller isn’t just for buyers and should...

All business owners will get to a point in their careers when transferring their business to another owner will be considered or is a future expectation. The hope, of course, is that this desire is actually a viable option and can be realized. Without foresight and planning ahead for the...

In April, the American Dental Association was hit by a cyber-attack. This recent cyber-attack serves to remind all business owners, big and small, to remain vigilant about cyber security issues. Businesses, including dental practices, should consider taking some precautionary steps to protect themselves against potential cyber-attacks. A non-exhaustive list of those...

The old saying goes that only a fool represents themselves. Without being quite so dramatic, there is something to be said for that advice. In today’s world it is often tempting to cut back on the cost and simply “google” the answers to one’s legal questions, pull some template...