Berens & Miller, P.A. Legal Blog

The typical Minnesota business owner tends not to be highly focused on the possibility of one day facing a lawsuit. The reality is that a business owner needs to pay attention to the prospect of a lawsuit and develop a proactive strategy in regard to potential...

Minnesota has various laws regarding contracts. Since contracts are used on a daily basis to conduct business and protect financial assets, it's no surprise that sometimes legal disputes happen. One of the most common is an anticipatory breach of contract. What is an...

Business partnerships in Minnesota are infamous for leading to lawsuits and contract disputes. You can't predict the future, but before you and your partner start working together, you can write an airtight contract that reduces the possibility of disputes as much as...

In life, it’s sometimes hard to take care of things by yourself. If you’re taking on too much work, it might be time to find a business partner in Minnesota. Before you choose someone to partner with, it’s helpful to learn a few tips for creating successful business...

A trade secret is any confidential information that provides a business owner with an advantage over the competition. Examples of trade secrets include formulas, patterns, processes, and other tools used by a company that is not generally known to the public. Business...

In simple terms, contracts enforce agreements between people, organizations, businesses and other entities. Judges across Minnesota recognize contracts in court. As a result, failing to hold true to terms of contracts can give all other parties involved in the...

Making the decision to launch your own business is a noble undertaking. Small businesses are the backbone of the American economic system. For entrepreneurs in Minnesota, there are certain tips you should remember before starting your small business and chasing the...

Going into business can be a risky thing to do, both financially and personally. That is why so many entrepreneurs in Minnesota will seek a partner to join them. Although having a business partner may sound like a good idea, it might lead to some sort of dispute down...

If you're a new business owner in Minnesota, then you've likely come across the need to construct a contract. This could be with your employees, vendors or a private contractor. Understandably, you want the person or company to keep to their word and complete their...

Those who own a business in Minnesota may wonder what needs to be included in a contract to use for their business dealings. A contract is a formal agreement between two parties. Though agreements used to be made verbally and sealed with a handshake, the trend now is...