Not all employees in Louisiana work on a contract basis. Some employees work on what is known as an "at-will" basis, which means that either the employee or the employer can end the employment arrangement at any time. However, when employees are hired based on...
Month: January 2017
What will 2017 look like for the oil industry in Louisiana?
Many parties are involved in or connected to the oil industry here in Louisiana. This not only includes large oil companies, but smaller operators and property owners who enter into contracts to allow their land to be used for oil drilling and exploration. For small...
Intellectual property and prenuptial agreements
Among the goals a person who is soon to be married may have for a prenuptial agreement is to protect certain assets in the event a divorce happens. Now, when it comes to the types of assets such contracts can protect, one’s mind might go to physical assets like...
What should you consider when setting your business goals?
Many businesses in Louisiana understand that planning and preparation are the keys to success. This is especially true for complex business transactions like mergers and acquisitions. Whether a company is set to merge with another company, acquire another...
What are ‘the best interests of the child’?
Parents across Louisiana will typically do whatever they can to protect the relationship they have with their children. Because of this, battling over custody rights of a child can become extremely contentious when parents do not get along. In these situations,...
What to do if you and your business partner have a dispute
No one likes to argue, but it is a natural part of growth in our lives. When a dispute arises in a business partnership, it can create stress on the wellbeing and livelihood of your organization. Although managing your business can feel all-consuming at times,...