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Options for Resolving Partnership Disputes

When partners start a business together, they have the best intentions — and rarely expect conflict to arise. Unfortunately, there are many reasons partnership disputes can occur during the course of doing business. Differences of opinion, miscondu… Read More
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Fiduciary Duty

What Are Some Examples of a Breach of Fiduciary Duty?

There are many situations in business that involve a fiduciary duty. These types of relationships may arise between directors, officers, controlling shareholders, and with any party that has an obligation to act in the best interests of another. If t… Read More
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If you are in a business relationship without a written contract do you know your legal remedies for business disputes?

Can You Pursue a Legal Remedy in the Absence of a Written Contract?

When a party enters into a business deal with another individual or company, it’s always best to have an enforceable contract in place. But in cases where a written agreement does not exist — or a contract is not legally enforceable for some reas… Read More
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How Do You Prove Breach of Fiduciary Duty?

In business, directors, officers, and controlling shareholders owe each other and the corporation certain duties. This means that they are trusted to act in the best interests of the company when making business decisions and carrying out transaction… Read More
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What is Breach of Contract

What is a Breach of Contract in Illinois?

A breach of contract is a common business dispute that can cause your company to suffer significant economic harm. It can also have a devastating impact on your company’s reputation and future. Unfortunately, it often happens during the course of d… Read More
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Business Disputes FAQ

When you’re an entrepreneur, business disputes are inevitable. Unfortunately, when they arise, they can result in significant harm to your company and its bottom line. If you’re facing a business dispute — or you simply want to be prepared for… Read More
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Controlling shareholders distribute profits to themselves while refusing to declare dividends

“Because Wallace and Joan have not authorized dividend distributions, Martin has received no financial benefit from his minority interest in E&E. Meanwhile, Wallace has approved his own annual compensation in the millions of dollars.” Smith v… Read More
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LLC Members' Rights to Company Documents

Assuming a member has a “proper purpose,” Illinois LLCs are required to provide documents a member demands. Within ten days of a member’s demand, the company is required to either: 1) produce the requested documents; or 2) respond i… Read More
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Steps to take if your partner is embezzling or stealing

Disorganization, financial difficulties, and greed can lead to a partner taking more from a business than they’re entitled. This, of course, comes at the expense of their partners. In closely held businesses, there are unfortunately numerous wa… Read More
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Chomiak v. Kasian, or how to get sued by your business partners

From fake loans to $80,000 bonuses to certain shareholders in lieu of dividends to all, the defendants in Chomiak v. Kasian provided a variety of avenues for a successful shareholder oppression action. On August 3, 2017, the Appellate Division of the… Read More
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