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Property Tax Appeal Deadlines Are Fast Approaching

Posted by Hecht Walker, P.C.
Posted on June 21, 2017

Higher tax assessments in Georgia have business owners and other property owners alarmed. There has been much confusion as to whether or not these recent tax hikes for property owners will stick.  According to a June 5th article in the Atlanta Journal Constitution (AJC) some Fulton County residents have seen property tax increases this year … Continue reading Property Tax Appeal Deadlines Are Fast Approaching

Operating an LLC in Good Faith

Posted by Hecht Walker, P.C.
Posted on April 25, 2017

Mr. Chausmer is Senior Counsel with the Firm and is a frequent speaker at CLEs to other business attorneys on matters involving LLCs, disputes related to fiduciary duties, and member-asserted derivative actions. Limited liability companies are a very popular form of incorporation. Many people prefer them for their ease of incorporation and simplicity in governance. … Continue reading Operating an LLC in Good Faith

Considerations Before Terminating A Commercial Lease

Posted by Hecht Walker, P.C.
Posted on January 30, 2017

When circumstances change unexpectedly, commercial landlords and commercial tenants may seek to terminate leases prematurely for a variety of reasons, often financial. However, if a landlord or tenant does not act with sound legal advice, he/she may risk significant legal liabilities. Legal issues that can arise in relation to terminating a lease include claims of … Continue reading Considerations Before Terminating A Commercial Lease

Facing a Business Divorce – Are You Prepared?

Posted by Hecht Walker, P.C.
Posted on January 3, 2017

The vast majority of businesses are not publicly traded entities.  They are small businesses made up a limited number of “owners.”  And unfortunately, many such ventures end in a “divorce.”  But what happens when this happens? Below, our business lawyers explain this situation. What Goes Into Resolving a Business Divorce? There are three critical things … Continue reading Facing a Business Divorce – Are You Prepared?

Do I Need An Attorney For My Small Business In Atlanta?

Posted by Hecht Walker, P.C.
Posted on October 17, 2016

Every small business needs to work with both an accountant and an attorney. While the necessity of an accountant is obvious, the reasons for hiring a small business attorney may not always be so clear. A lot of small businesses operate on virtually a shoestring budget for the first several years, and sometimes, the entrepreneurs … Continue reading Do I Need An Attorney For My Small Business In Atlanta?

What is The Uniform Voidable Transactions Act and How Can It Help Your Fraudulent Conveyance Case?

Posted by Hecht Walker, P.C.
Posted on September 29, 2016

When we speak of someone “owning” money or property, we usually presume that ownership is an all-or-nothing proposition. A wallet or a toothbrush, for example, is either yours or it isn’t. But some kinds of property – homes and cars, for example – may be the basis of a creditor-debtor relationship that legally changes an … Continue reading What is The Uniform Voidable Transactions Act and How Can It Help Your Fraudulent Conveyance Case?

Everything You Need To Know About Quiet Title Actions In Georgia

Posted by Hecht Walker, P.C.
Posted on September 27, 2016

For most businesses in the state of Georgia, real estate can be the company’s largest asset and losing that property could jeopardize the business itself. Real estate is a huge investment, and keeping that investment safe is imperative. Business owners in Georgia therefore, must understand the legal principle of adverse possession to help protect against losing … Continue reading Everything You Need To Know About Quiet Title Actions In Georgia

How to Create Non-Compete Agreements

Posted by Hecht Walker, P.C.
Posted on August 30, 2016

An employment contract should precisely spell out the rights and obligations of both employees and employers. A written employment contract is a legal agreement negotiated and signed by both the employer and the employee. In recent years, after losing too many valuable employees – and too much intellectual property – to the competition, companies are … Continue reading How to Create Non-Compete Agreements

The Most Common Legal issues Surrounding Commercial Property

Posted by Hecht Walker, P.C.
Posted on July 20, 2016

Commercial property is real estate that is owned or used by businesses. Most states, including Georgia, enforce a number of laws that deal specifically with commercial property issues. Commercial real estate law establishes legal standards for commercial leases and for the purchase and sale of commercial real estate. This is an introduction to the most … Continue reading The Most Common Legal issues Surrounding Commercial Property

Tips For Preparing Your Executive Team For Deposition

Posted by Hecht Walker, P.C.
Posted on June 23, 2016

If you are a business owner or a corporate executive, you already know that a “deposition” is out-of-court, oral testimony. Depositions are a part of the discovery process in which both sides gather information in preparation for a trial. Depositions are commonly used in litigation and are almost always conducted outside of court by the … Continue reading Tips For Preparing Your Executive Team For Deposition