Maryland Business Law & Corporate Litigation Blog

As most landlords would probably agree, there are many reasons why a landlord would want to evict a tenant or otherwise repossess certain premises. However, there are certain reasons for eviction that are more common than others.  In some cases, the reason the landlord is seeking the removal of the tenant is purely financial. This motivation […]

Most landlords and property managers in Maryland are aware that providing notice is an essential first step in evicting a tenant from the landlord’s premises. While there are many reasons why a landlord would seek to terminate a lease and evict a tenant, one of the most common reasons for eviction is a failure to […]

In a recent blog post, we discussed the necessity and importance of commercial leases. A commercial lease is the means by which a business secures the right to use particular facilities or premises for business purposes. Since the lease sets forth the language that will govern and control the commercial lease, having the right language […]

Companies doing business in Maryland and throughout the United States frequently require commercial space to conduct their operations. In some cases, the commercial space may be an office or a manufacturing or production facility. In other commercial ventures, securing retail space may be necessary to expand the brand’s reach and market presence. In still other […]

Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) provides brokers and brokerages with a framework to guide relations between the parties. While FINRA can provide certain benefits to brokers including the ability to transition into a new employment role, brokers also are constrained from certain actions and owe their employer and investors certain duties. Therefore, before engaging in […]

The equitable and predictable disposition of property based disputes is one of the most fundamental responsibilities of a court of law. Courts throughout Maryland and the nation fill this role and hear  ranging from problems relating to the title, adverse claims against the land, and landlord-tenant disputes.  The courts routinely affect businesses and the lives […]

Up until about a month ago, trade secret law was dominated by state laws and state courts. The rights a company had to pursue damages and protect misappropriated intellectual property due to the theft of trade secrets was largely limited to state-based remedies. It is true that criminal penalties for the misappropriate of trade secrets […]

I’ve counseled hundreds of registered reps who, for one reason or another, have decided to leave their current broker dealer and move to a new platform.  Of course, they want “their” clients to move with them.  And usually, the firms want “their” clients to stay.  Some firms will even do whatever it takes to keep […]

Media outlets like the New York Times have long called attention to the increasingly widespread practice of  the use of arbitration clauses in contracts and agreements with businesses. In an October 31, 2015, Times article the author noted that even well-respected and consumer-friendly businesses like American Express have inserted clauses into their membership agreements that […]

FINRA (Financial Industry Regulatory Authority) is Wall Street’s industry-funded watchdog. FINRA engages in a range of activities including oversight and enforcement activities, drafting rules and guidance, and providing education and training. The organization also provides an investor compliance center where consumer complaints about fraud and unfair practices can be leveled and a whistle-blower tip line. […]