Oct
25

Using Arbitration Agreements Wisely

Arbitration is an increasingly popular way for many businesses to resolve their disputes, with arbitration agreements appearing in ever more forums; from supply agreements and other business contracts, to employment contracts, to consumer contracts. The advantages of arbitration, when compared to litigation in court, are often numerous. These include greater predictability of litigation costs, reduced… Continue reading »

Aug
20

Using Strategic and Tactical Decision Making to Control Litigation Costs

It is, perhaps, too obvious to be worth noting that the costs of litigation are a primary source of friction between clients and their attorneys. Though a good attorney will do his or her best to advise a client of the likely costs of litigation at the outset of a case, all too often, as… Continue reading »

Aug
28

Insurance Defense: Who is Watching Out for Your Interests?

Suppose the unthinkable occurs and you or your business is involved in a serious accident and are sued. Fortunately, you have liability insurance and the insurance company agrees to cover and defend the case. Problem solved, right? Maybe not. While many people believe that the attorney appointed by the insurance company to defend the case… Continue reading »

May
05

Understanding Chapter 93A’s “Fair Dealing”

While its protection of consumers is well known to most Massachusetts businesses, Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 93A also prohibits businesses from engaging in unfair and deceptive business practices in their dealings with other businesses. The potential reach of Chapter 93A in this area is broad since, to constitute a violation of the statute, the conduct… Continue reading »

Sep
15

Achieving Desirable Results for Our Clients

Konowitz & Greenberg strives to provide unparalleled service and results to its individual and business litigation clients, no matter where the dispute may occur. Recently, Konowitz & Greenberg succeeded in obtaining the dismissal of claims filed against one of its clients in Maine. That case, filed by one partner against the other members of a… Continue reading »

Jun
21

Litigation Risk Assessment as a Business Organization Tool

Few business owners would dispute the importance of effective business planning and sound business practices to running a successful and profitable business. As many of Konowitz & Greenberg’s business clients can attest, these principles are the mantra of this firm’s corporate law department.

Feb
05

Avoid Ambiguity in Compensation Agreements

Several recent cases involving the Massachusetts Wage Act highlight the importance to employers of using clear, written and consistently applied compensation plans. As the cases make clear, the failure to do so can have serious financial repercussions. In a 2007 decision, Okerman v. VA Software Corp., the Appeals Court held that the Wage Act applies… Continue reading »

Feb
03

K&G Welcomes Brad A. Compston to its Litigation Practice

K&G welcomes Brad A. Compston to its Litigation practice. Brad has ten years of experience representing corporations and individuals in all types of business and general civil litigation. Brad is a graduate of the Boston University School of Law. Welcome, Brad!