The Business Law Podcast
A legal podcast with experienced New Jersey Small Business Attorney Jonathan Fleisher. In this podcast, we go through legal concepts that are relevant to small business owners and individuals. Each episode will discuss interesting business topics in a way that simplifies the law for everyday business owners and easy listening.
Episodes
14 episodes
Ep. 14. How will a court read a contract that isn't clear in its terms? Can I make the contract lean in my favor?
Many times situations crop up after a contract is signed and the parties will each say the contract support their respective positions. What happens if the contract isn't clear who is right? Who decides? What will a court look at in deciding? T...
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Episode 14
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21:43
Ep. 13. Disputes in unwritten contracts. Contracts that require writing and signature.
What happens if I have a dispute about contract terms? How can I prove my case? Do some contacts need to be in writing? What about e-signature and emails - does that work? Tune in to find out!
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20:14
Ep. 12. Why do we have contracts, and what do they do?
What are contracts? How do they help your business? What happens if you breach a contract? Tune in to find out!
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Episode 12
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18:31
Ep. 11. When will my business be liable for someone else's injury. P.2. Products Liability
What happens if I sell a product and a customer gets injured while using it? Can I be sued? Tune in to find out.
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21:51
ep. 10. When will my business be liable for someone's injury? Slip and falls.
Everyone knows that in America you'll always be responsible if someone gets hurt on your property. Right? As it turns out... not always. Tune in to find out more.
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19:04
Ep. 9. Can I have a no hire agreement with another business?
Lots of businesses want to make sure that their competition won't try to hire their employees. It makes business easier for both companies. Can the businesses enter an agreement not to hire from each other? What about agreements to keep wages b...
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22:39
Ep. 8. My insurance company denied my claim. Is there anything I can do about it?
We all pay for insurance. Yet, as soon as we make a claim, it seems like our policy is completely useless. What can you do when your insurance company denies your claim?
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20:38
Ep. 7. I'm a contractor being sued for project delays. What is my liability?
Sometimes a contractor doesn't get the job done on time. The owner says that the delay cost him $100,000. Will I have to pay?
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Episode 7
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17:42
Ep. 6. Will my arbitration clause be enforceable?
Many contracts include an arbitration clause. Will that be enforceable? Can I force the other Party to go to arbitration? Will I be obligated to go to arbitration if I don't want to?
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Episode 6
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17:29
Ep. 5. How can I protect my assets when investing in a business?
This episode discusses how to protect your investments when you invest with a business.
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Episode 5
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14:29
Ep. 4. Can I ignore the lawsuit that I just received?
I just got served with legal papers which say I'm getting sued. I don't have the time or patience to deal with it. What will happen if I just ignore it?
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Episode 4
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15:26
Ep. 3. Can I be sued personally if someone sues my business?
My business is getting sued. Will I be on the line? Will they come after my house?
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Episode 2
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15:23
Ep. 2. What do I need to know before firing an employee?
I have a difficult employee that I want to fire. Will I get sued? How can I protect myself?
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Episode 3
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18:06
Ep. 1. Can my partner open a competing business?
This week's episode discussed the question surrounding competition among business partners. Can my partner open a competing business behind my back? What can I do to stop it? Do I have any recourse if he does open a competing business?T...
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Episode 1
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