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Buyers’ and sellers’ markets: what’s the difference?

Those involved in real estate transactions will often hear that it is “a buyer’s market” or “a seller’s market.” Sellers generally understand that it’s good news if it’s a seller’s market, and buy… Read More »

A flawed commercial building and the headaches it brings

By investing in a new commercial building, you seemingly avoided the pratfalls that come with an older structure. Problems with relic buildings may include energy and electrical issues, lack of compliance with fire and safety regulations as well as v… Read More »

Creating a succession plan for your business

As you started forming your own business, you may not have thought a lot about who will take over if you pass away or when you want to retire. While you may have considered a handful of potential candidates to fill your shoes, it likely was not in th… Read More »

Crafting a balanced restrictive covenant

No matter their size, scope or age, successful businesses rely on the strength of their contracts and employee agreements for a solid organizational foundation. While it is natural for the organization to slant the language in their favor, this can m… Read More »

What does it mean for a vessel to be unseaworthy?

While individuals in many careers are considered at risk for injuries, workers in most occupations face hazards on nearly every shift. Even though there is overlap in several injury types such as broken bones, head trauma or toxic exposure, some occu… Read More »

Mistakes that commercial real estate investors must avoid

The commercial real estate venture you are about to embark upon seems too good to be true. As a result, you are eager to dive into this investment with minimal knowledge of the property and minimal experience in investing. This is not a good way t… Read More »

Tips for a successful business interruption claim

As Hurricane Ida swept through the Gulf Coast, it left many business owners struggling with property damage, lost revenue and other hardships. Those who purchased business interruption coverage are glad they did, but a successful recovery is not guar… Read More »

The winch: a necessary and dangerous piece of fishing equipment

Among the pieces of equipment that commercial fishermen rely on is a winch. Usually consisting of a rope or cable powered by a motor, it is a tool used to wind in fishing nets as well as let them out. By adjusting a rope’s tension, the winch al… Read More »

Shrimp season opens and crews face potential dangers

Louisiana’s fall white shrimp season recently got underway bringing with it, optimism and hope of an industry bouncing back while still in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. We have long known how important shrimping is to Louisiana’s ec… Read More »

Are viruses and infections common on cruise ships?

While many people might assume that Maritime Law is reserved for injuries to seamen, deck hands and career sailors, paying customers can also get hurt on a cruise ship. From injuries and assault to food poisoning and infections, those looking for a r… Read More »