Baton Rouge Business And Construction Law Blog
How to avoid common construction claims
As the owner of a construction business, you likely know a significant amount about estimates, production costs and client engagement. Battling clients in arbitration or open court is probably not in your skillset, though. You also do not want to take time away from...
Tips for starting a business in Louisiana
Start-up advisers consider location an important factor in the success of a new business, and if an entrepreneur has decided to launch a new enterprise in Louisiana, he or she has already made an excellent choice. As noted in Forbes magazine, however, the specific...
3 ways to prevent trade secret disputes
As a business owner or executive, you must constantly think of innovative ways to keep existing customers happy and attract new ones. Whether you have an in-demand product, a tasty recipe, a unique way of doing business or another trade secret, you have an interest in...
Taking advantage of U.S. Government set-asides
Veterans starting or growing a small business in Louisiana may have heard about opportunities that are only awarded to former members of the armed services. According to the U.S. General Services Administration, a percentage of most federal contracts are set-aside for...
Transitioning from a one-person startup to an expanding business
You made the leap. You dedicated yourself to turning that beloved hobby or innovative idea into an income generator, and began building from the ground up. Up to this point it’s been just you (with maybe a little help here and there from friends or loved ones)....
What is a construction defect?
The state of Louisiana and municipalities throughout the area impose building standards on contractors and other developers to ensure the quality and safety of the structures they build. When their homes, offices, and other buildings meet these standards, their buyers...
There are various types of corporations in Louisiana
Some entrepreneurs in Louisiana may decide they want to establish a company in the state, and some of them may decide they want their business to be a corporation. However, under business law, there are various types of corporations to choose from. Thus, before making...
Are contractors always liable for construction defects?
While most parties to a commercial construction project want to ensure they do their best work, sometimes mistakes or omissions are made. These errors could lead to construction defects, which could lead to slow-downs in the project or expose certain parties to...
Mechanic’s liens may be an option when contractors are not paid
The many parties to a construction project -- project owners, contractors, subcontractors and suppliers -- generally contract with one another to provide goods or services in exchange for payment. It would be nice to think that all construction projects in Louisiana...
Is an LLC the right type of business for you?
You've had the entrepreneurial bug for a while now. You're finally ready to take the plunge and start your business. How do you begin? You may have heard or seen the phrase "LLC" or "Limited Liability Company" in your preliminary research. But what is it? Is...
