Business Litigation
We are prepared to tackle all your business litigation needs
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"Several years ago I had a legal problem. Believing the issue to be unrealistic and frivolous, I figured it would just go away. Wrong. The situation seemed to take on a life of its own and soon I realized I needed help. Unsure about how to proceed, I began checking my contacts and came across Andy Oatway's name and number. Years before, we had done some business together and my impression was that he was a sincere, trustworthy and capable person. I was struck by his authenticity and honesty and kept his business card. Over the telephone, I explained my predicament to Andy. He listened to my side of the story and he evaluated my case. Later he introduced me to Adam Whitney, an attorney in his firm who had experience handling similar cases. Adam went on to represent me and did a fine job handling the depositions, motions, postponements etc., in fact all of the legal meandering and maneuvers that can drive the average person up a wall. But the best part was knowing that I had professional, serious, competent representation. Someone had my back. In the end, the opposition settled for less than one tenth of what they were asking for and everyone moved on. I was satisfied with the result and happy it was over. Hopefully, I won't be needing representation for a similar problem........ever. However, I know who to call if I do." Harold P. |
It is inevitable that you will need a litigation attorney at some point during the life of your business. Over the past 25 years, we have established a long list of successful results. Our law firm is prepared to handle your business litigation needs whether you are facing a lawsuit from or need to initiate one against a competitor, customer, debtor, creditor or employee. Because we make ourselves readily available to our clients, we can assist you with short-notice emergency court hearings such as injunctions, collections, or expedited hearings.
Your business and its assets may be at stake. It is important that you retain experienced counsel for these matters. We can help protect you and your assets. Our extensive business litigation experience means that we are able to ramp up quickly in the case of litigation. We are experienced trial lawyers and we can handle your business dispute through trial and appeal if that becomes necessary.
Litigation in employment matters
Departing employees often give rise to the need for legal advice, whether the employees are leaving your company or you are hiring employees from another company. We can advise you and your business on non-compete agreements, employment contracts, and trade secret issues.
An injunction may be necessary where employees with high levels of insider knowledge pertaining to your business may attempt to start a competing business or may choose to work for one of your competitors. If the need arises, we can obtain the appropriate injunctions to prevent those departing employees from divulging information about your business that may be harmful to you and that may give your competitors an unfair advantage. Likewise, we can assist you in taking the appropriate steps when you hire an employee from a competitor.
We also have extensive experience litigating and resolving breach of employment contract, commission, compensation, and wage claims for both employers and employees. We represent both employers and employees in discrimination, sexual harassment, family and medical leave and other employment litigation matters.
Internal business disputes
We have a high level of sophistication in dealing with disputes between co-owners of the same business. These disputes are often personal and involve emotions as much as financial considerations. These kinds of issues frequently arise after an initially successful business is passed down to the next generation. We have counseled, negotiated, settled, and tried lawsuits involving shareholder disputes, partnership break-ups, breach of fiduciary duty, shareholder derivative suits, and freeze-out cases. We have helped business owners use buy-outs to solve sticky situations between co-owners. We have represented employers dealing with employee theft, both in the investigative stage, advising and overseeing terminations, and in pursuing claims against the disloyal employee. These cases require experienced counsel who understands the complex issues. We have access to the correct legal theories and defenses and a network of expert witnesses and other professionals to help you solve your problem and get back to making money.
Business torts
Your business may be accused of or be the victim of improper conduct in business relationships such as unfair competition, unfair and deceptive trade practices, interference, or fraud. We have successfully prosecuted and defended these cases all the way through trial and appeal. We also recognize when the time is right to settle and we have experience advising our clients regarding the right time to stop fighting and focus on a resolution.
General business litigation matters
Our business litigation practice also includes, but is not limited to, the following areas:
- Breach of contract
- Commercial collections and enforcement of judgments
- Insurance coverage
- Negligence and construction-related matters
- Professional malpractice
Avoiding litigation
All our interactions with our business clients are designed to avoid litigation matters. However, in the event that litigation matters do arise, you can rest assured that we are prepared to fight for you and your business. In addition to litigation in a court of law, we can assist with alternative dispute resolution, including mediation and arbitration. As part of our extensive database of professional resources, we have a database of arbitrators and mediators that we can recommend for your particular case.
Contact us
Contact our office today at 617-479-0400 to discuss your business needs with one of our experienced lawyers.
