In our latest blog, we explore the history of Small Business Saturday, why small businesses matter, and how you can get involved. Whether you’re a customer shopping local or a business owner preparing for the big day, your support fuels economic growth and strengthens neighborhoods.
As businesses enter 2025, avoiding legal challenges requires more than reactive problem-solving. A proactive legal strategy is essential to mitigate risks, capitalize on opportunities, and align legal frameworks with organizational goals. Whether you are a small business owner or an in-house coun...
Following the recent U.S. elections, energy policy 2025 may shift significantly, particularly with increased support for domestic oil and gas production and streamlined regulations. These changes could encourage more drilling on federal lands, expedite permitting, and prioritize natural gas as a bridge fuel, potentially impacting the trajectory of renewable energy investments and shaping the future energy mix.
This article explores the essential clauses in commercial contracts that every business should know to protect its interests and manage risks effectively. Whether you’re drafting new agreements or reviewing existing ones, these insights will help you confidently navigate key contract elements.
This is the second of two articles focusing on intellectual property issues in your business. Part 2 comprehensively discusses intellectual property issues related to running your business. Refer to Part 1 for a checklist of intellectual property considerations when starting a business.
This is a brief article discussing 2025's potential legal trends for small businesses in areas like data privacy, remote work regulations, ransomware threats, AI usage, and digital contracts.
This article discusses the approaching deadline for businesses to file the FinCEN Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) Filing
The Dohrwardt Law Firm discusses business automation and provides helpful links to sample some of the automation tools available for businesses
This article discusses the dangers of do-it-yourself lawyering and how it can blow up on you.
The article explores the various challenges that multi-state companies face when administering drug tests against the backdrop of disparate marijuana laws and discusses potential strategies for addressing these challenges.
Bray discusses the dangers of trying to cut corners on your legal spend.
Article discussing the basic provisions found in a typical non-disclosure agreement (NDA)
An article discussing how to spot and deal with toxic employees and toxic leadership
A post by Bray Dohrwardt discussing the benefits of template contracts in your business
Bray Discusses the Advantage of Automated and Digitized Contracts
Discussing the benefits of companies implementing energy sustainability programs.
Highlighting What You Need to Know When Buying or Selling a Business
Engaging your attorney early is the key to getting your deal done!
What to consider when a renewable developer wants to build on your farm.
How to Assess Your Company's Culture of Compliance, the Costs of Non-Compliance, and How to Establish a Culture of Compliance
Starting a business can be an exciting and rewarding experience. However, it is essential to consider the legal aspects of starting a business to ensure that you operate within the laws and regulations that apply to your industry. Here are some legal considerations that you should keep in mind ...
Businesses increasingly reject hourly billing and instead choose alternative fee arrangements that offer price certainty.
The evolution of the law firm from a prominent downtown address to virtually anywhere.
It is unlawful for public, private, and non-profit Minnesota employers to ask a prospective employee's salary history.
A new federal rule requires corporations, limited liability companies (LLCs), and other entities created or registered in the United States to comply with a recent beneficial owner report requirement with the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). Whether your organization must comply depends on many factors; electronic filing is free, and the compliance deadline varies depending on when your entity was registered.
Bray Dohrwardt is licensed to practice law in Minnesota and Texas. Please contact the Dohrwardt Law Firm to discuss how the firm can help you get business done.