
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
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…