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CAN A CYBERATTACK EXCUSE PERFORMANCE UNDER A CONTRACT?

CAN A CYBERATTACK EXCUSE PERFORMANCE UNDER A CONTRACT?

One of the biggest threats businesses now face are cyberattacks and ransomware. Daily, we see headlines about companies and government agencies being hit with ransomware attacks that cripple victims until they either pay the ransom or rebuild their systems. No sector...

CONSIDERATIONS FOR NEGOTIATING COMMERCIAL LEASES

CONSIDERATIONS FOR NEGOTIATING COMMERCIAL LEASES

While some of the provisions contained in commercial lease agreements may be considered commonplace or “boilerplate” language, there are certain issues that require specific attention, depending upon your position in such transactions as the landlord/lessor or the...

PLANNING FOR THE MORTALITY OF A CLOSELY-HELD BUSINESS

PLANNING FOR THE MORTALITY OF A CLOSELY-HELD BUSINESS

When launching a new business venture, it is likely (and more fun) to focus on strategic planning, growth and implementation. However, it is vital in the early stages to give serious consideration to an exit strategy and business succession plan. Business structures...

IMPORTANCE OF CORPORATE GOVERNANCE DURING THE PANDEMIC

It is widely recognized that the system of corporate governance is a key approach to preserving and protecting an enterprise and its stakeholders by checks and balances among the board and officers of a corporation. Strong governance policies make it possible to...

Cyber Security in a COVID-19 World

A recently published article by the Harvard Law School Forum provides valuable insight to the multiple challenges being faced due to the pandemic. Although businesses have readily discussed the actions to be taken in the event of a pandemic, the scope of challenges...