by Benjamin Block | Oct 27, 2013 | Blog, The Law & You
The reality of today’s legal system is that the cost of litigation can quickly exceed the recovery sought. Between legal fees and the investment of their own time in the many procedural steps that can come with a law suit, I often advise my business owner clients to...
by Benjamin Block | Jun 5, 2013 | Blog, The Law & You
What legal issues should I keep in mind when buying or selling a home? It’s summer and the real estate market seems to be busily humming along. This time of year, we see a variety of buyers and sellers, each using one of the many options on the market. However,...
by Benjamin Block | Feb 16, 2013 | Blog, The Law & You
I am writing this article from a hotel room in San Salvador, El Salvador. My wife, Krista Turko, and I love to travel and our wanderings often give me a glimpse into the legal realities in other parts of the world. Today, while returning from a visit to San Salvador...
by Benjamin Block | Jul 3, 2012 | The Law & You
With the explosion of social media sites such as Facebook, Twitter, Yelp and so on, our online identities are becoming a significant part of our personal and professional lives. Although these sites can be great sources of entertainment, socialization and...
by Benjamin Block | Mar 23, 2012 | Blog, The Law & You
I recently completed a file for a client in need of a social media policy to guide his employees on acceptable use of sites such as Facebook and Twitter. As is often the case, the need was identified when a real-world issue arose. Specifically, after a company...