Menomonee Falls Business Law Blog
Using non-solicitation agreements in Wisconsin
A company’s employees often are its most valuable asset. It only makes sense, then, that companies take all necessary precautions to protect that asset. Non-solicitation agreements are commonly used to prohibit departing employees and other third parties from...
Specific performance in construction law: Breach of contract remedies
Many people enter into contracts with people/companies they believe are the best fit for the job. This certainly is true with construction contracts. When you enter into a contract, each party is agreeing to meet certain obligations. For owners, this means paying for...
How to determine overtime pay for salaried employees
Under the Fair Labor and Standards Act (FLSA), employees that work over 40 hours per week are entitled to premium pay for all hours worked in excess of 40 in any given week. This is not only true with workers working a fixed hourly rate, but for non-exempt salaried...
Employee relations: How to handle employees
Every employee plays an important role in the success of the organization. If one employee is not performing to his or her full potential, the organization suffers. Accordingly, it is critical that companies have the appropriate policies and processes in place to...
Compliance Issues: The importance of businesses complying with employment laws
Many components go into running a successful business. Compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations certainly is at the top of the list. A non-compliant business can be costly at best and devasting at worst. Hiring and training knowledgeable human...
Terminating a construction contract: With or without cause
Contracts are extremely important in business affairs. Although parties to a contract have every intention of fulfilling the contractual requirements, there may be a need to terminate the contract under certain circumstances. If there is no clause in the contract...
Mediation of construction disputes in Wisconsin and Illinois
Construction projects often involve many different parties. Between suppliers, vendors, contractors and subcontractors, many different disputes can arise. When there is a dispute, early resolution often is in the best interest of all parties. There are many ways that...
What is unjust enrichment? Contract law basics
As a contractor, when you provide services to a business or individual, you expect something of value in return. Typically, the agreement between you and the other person is confirmed in a written document called a contract. Sometimes, however, the agreement is not...
The importance of creating a written contract
Contracts are a part of everyday business. They come in many different forms and are used for many different reasons, such as an employee contract, independent contractor agreement, lease contract, business to business contract, general construction contract,...
Getting your nonprofit organization started in Wisconsin
Many people are passionate about nonprofit organizations because they support various causes and often give back to the community. Not only do nonprofits get support from those that are interested in the cause they support, but nonprofit organizations also may qualify...