Business And Commercial Law

Noncompete agreements are contracts where an employee agrees not to compete with their employer for a specific period after leaving the company. They include clauses such as geographic limits and time restrictions that protect a company's confidential information and...

Selling a small business at a profit rarely happens by accident. This turn of events usually unfolds as the result of planning, organization and strategic decision-making well before a deal is on the table.  Many owners who have never sold a small business before...

Business contracts generally outline expectations for working relationships. A contract with a vendor may detail pricing and delivery schedules. Contracts with service providers may clarify how long the arrangement should last and the company's expectations for...

When you find historically low-interest rates, commercial real estate, or CRE, is often a popular investment to purchase. Commercial properties in Illinois can often be leveraged on down payments under $100,000. Investing in commercial real estate, however, isn't like...