We live in a litigious society. As such, disputes will arise during the life of your business. It is not a matter of if, but when. Whether it is an issue with an employee or an issue with an outside party, Dorman Bell has experience in handling a wide variety of disputes in the business arena. We are here to help you protect your business from disruption when conflict arises.
Employment laws can be confusing and contain multiple deadlines and prerequisites to filing suit as well as other requirements one might not fully understand. Additionally, issues tend to arise when an employee resigns or is terminated. Dorman Bell is equipped to assist you with all your employment needs.
Intellectual property is your business’ most valuable assets, and being able to defend it is critical to any organization’s success. The attorneys at Dorman Bell are knowledgeable and skilled enough to understand the technical subject matter and translate that into an effective defense. We defend against copyright and trademark infringement as well as misappropriation of trade secrets.
If your company has received a letter from a software publisher or one of their trade organizations, such as the Business Software Alliance or the Software and Information Industry Association, regarding alleged copyright infringement or software piracy, before you respond to the letter or speak with the attorneys representing the Business Software Alliance, you need to speak with experienced counsel that understand the unique matters involved with a software license audit. Each member of our Software License Audit Defense practice is a Certified Professional in Software Asset Management, having the knowledge and experience to help our clients avoid the penalties of not being in compliance with their software licenses. Many companies do not understand the extent of the possible fines as a result of these software license audits and proceed to conduct the audit themselves or hire third-part IT vendors who lack the necessary legal knowledge of the intricate software licenses. Dorman Bell has extensive experience in defending companies faced with conducting an internal software license audit. We have the experience of defending hundreds of software license audits and we work with an experienced software license audit company to maximize your existing software licenses and minimize any potential fines levied by the Business Software Alliance or the Software and Information Industry Association.
Commercial debts and outstanding accounts receivable can cause serious financial strain on business. Additionally, debt collecting can become arduous and sometimes uncomfortable. At the heart of every debt is a contract, and refusal to pay equates to a breach of said contract. We utilize the protections afforded under the law to assist our clients in curing that breach. First, we will assess the debt, determine the nature of the debt, and then proceed accordingly. Allow us to create a dispute resolution strategy or provide full representation in court to help you obtain payment, while maintaining professional and ethical conduct always. We pride ourselves in being aggressive in working for the rights and best interest of our clients while maintaining ethics and professionalism throughout.
Dorman Bell, LLP assists employers when it comes to disputes in the workplace. We stay current with the employment laws to accurately represent employers who find themselves in a tough situation. Conflict in the workplace may arise when you least expect it, and you will find yourself asking multiple questions. How do I handle this legally? What can and can I not do about this? Where do I even begin? With attorneys who are educated specifically in the practice of employer disputes, we can represent your company in the event that any of the below conflicts may arise. We know you want what’s best for your business and its employees, so we will be there to guide you in these matters.