Some people might not think that a phrase that's common in another language could be trademarked by a company -- let alone an American one. However, with the success of The Lion King 25 years ago, Disney trademarked the phrase "Hakuna Matata." It means "no worries" in...
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Former basketball player suing United Airlines for discrimination
Accusations of discrimination can be costly in money and reputation to businesses of all sizes. United Airlines is currently facing a $10 million lawsuit by a former professional basketball player. The suit involves a flight in July.Eric Murdock, who spent nine...
How business owners can help avoid customer discrimination suits
No business owner wants to be accused of discrimination, as these lawsuits can be costly. They can also damage a business's reputation -- and that of its owners.Certainly, it's essential to take steps to avoid discrimination against employees. However, if you're a...
Dissolve your partnership fairly the first time
When a business partnership reaches the end of the road, it is not always easy to know how to part ways fairly with finality. Sometimes, this is because partnerships are very simple to establish legally and in some cases do not even require a written partnership...
Can you get out of an employer’s nondisclosure agreement?
In today's business environment, a surprising portion of contracts include nondisclosure agreements (NDAs), even when their necessity isn't immediately obvious. Of course, it only makes sense that any party should have the freedom to use the law to protect itself in...
Not all confidentiality agreements are legally sound
These days, many employers seek to add an extra layer of legal protection to their business by having employees sign confidentiality agreements before beginning work. This is understandable, especially considering how likely any company is to face litigation over its...
Will a court enforce your contract?
When you enter into a business contract, you have an expectation that all parties involved will reasonably respect the terms of that contract and live up their respective end of the agreement. Unfortunately, when it comes time to execute those terms, you find it is...