
While this is not my typical area of law, it is important to note that, as of today—July 1, 2025—Iowa’s new hands-free cell phone law is officially in effect.
There will be a warning period through December 31, 2025. After
For over 50 years, Brick Gentry has been determined to set itself apart, challenging ourselves to provide clients with a higher level of service while fostering a unique environment that is truly founded on partnership. Above all else, client relationships reveal the most about Brick Gentry. We value and take pride in each and every one and, ultimately, strive to excel by becoming our clients' counselor and partner. At Brick Gentry our objective is simple: provide outstanding personal service to help our clients achieve success. It is why we love what we do and what truly sets us apart from other firms. At Brick Gentry, we put clients first and we will prove it.
While this is not my typical area of law, it is important to note that, as of today—July 1, 2025—Iowa’s new hands-free cell phone law is officially in effect.
There will be a warning period through December 31, 2025. After…
Sometimes, the law doesn’t come down to pages of statutes or hours of courtroom drama.Sometimes, it comes down to one word.
We had a case like that. And honestly—it was a blast to argue.
Our client worked for a marketing…
At first, everything was great.
You built something from scratch with a friend, family member, or business partner. You split the responsibilities. You shared the risks. You dreamed big.
But now, things are not so great.
There is tension over…
I want to issue an important warning about an ongoing scam.
Fraudsters are using my name—and the name of a company called Business Consulting Services—to deceive people into sending money under the false promise of helping them sell or rent…
Embarking on the journey of becoming a franchise owner is an exciting yet daunting prospect. For first-time entrepreneurs, diving into the world of franchising requires a comprehensive understanding of what goes into a successful franchise investment. The cornerstone of making…
Let’s talk about frustration.
Not the kind you feel when your coffee spills on the way to a meeting. I am talking about the deeper kind—the kind that builds over months, sometimes years, during business litigation.
If you are in…
A business owner walks in with a pitch. He wants to “sell” you a piece of his company. The idea sounds solid. The opportunity feels right. You shake hands, cut the check, and walk away thinking you just became a…
I have written about this before, but I recently learned that fraudsters are using a client’s business name and impersonating me in documents to deceive unsuspecting property owners of Mexican real estate, especially golf course properties.
The FBI has issued…
Starting a business isn’t for everyone.
Here are five of the top qualities I have noticed in my most successful business clients.
1. Resilience
Your ability to endure punches—and keep swinging—is your most valuable asset. The market will test your…
Buying a franchise will cost you more than the high end of the investment range disclosed in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD).
Let me explain.
Buying a franchise is a major financial decision. It is not just about covering the…