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Are Non-Competes Enforceable in Alabama?
Yes, non-compete agreements can be enforceable in Alabama, but only within strict limits.
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Yes, non-compete agreements can be enforceable in Alabama, but only within strict limits.
Read the guideTo file a mechanic's lien in Alabama, you generally must give any required notice to the property owner, record a verified statement of lien in the probate office of the county where the property sits, and do so within your deadline, which is six months for original contractors, four months for most subcontractors and materialmen, and thirty days for laborers.
Read the guideIn Alabama, the statute of limitations for breach of a written contract is generally six years.
Read the guideBusiness litigation attorneys in Alabama typically charge in one of three ways: hourly rates, contingency fees taken as a percentage of the recovery, or hybrid arrangements that blend a reduced hourly rate with a success fee.
Read the guideIf an Alabama business partner refuses to buy you out, your options depend first on whether you have a buy-sell or operating agreement that sets a process and price.
Read the guideTo collect an unpaid invoice in Alabama, start by confirming the debt and your records, send a written demand letter that states the amount owed and a deadline, and then, if payment still does not come, file a breach of contract or account-stated lawsuit before the statute of limitations runs.
Read the guideIn most Alabama collection situations, a demand letter should come first.
Read the guideWhen a customer won't pay in Alabama, document everything, communicate in writing to confirm the amount and the reason for nonpayment, and escalate through a formal demand.
Read the guideA contract is legally binding in Alabama when there is an offer, acceptance of that offer, consideration (something of value exchanged), mutual assent to the same terms, parties with the legal capacity to contract, and a lawful purpose.
Read the guideA breach of contract in Alabama occurs when one party fails to perform a duty the contract requires without a valid legal excuse.
Read the guideYes, verbal contracts are generally enforceable in Alabama if they contain all the elements of a valid contract.
Read the guideTo enforce a business contract in Alabama, first review the agreement to confirm your rights and the other side's obligations, then send a written demand identifying the breach and what you require.
Read the guideTo dissolve an LLC in Alabama, the members typically follow the dissolution procedure in the operating agreement or the default rules of the Alabama Limited Liability Company Law, wind up the company's affairs by paying creditors and distributing remaining assets, and file the required dissolution paperwork with the state.
Read the guideRemoving a business partner in Alabama starts with your operating or partnership agreement, which may allow expulsion, a forced buyout, or removal for cause under defined procedures.
Read the guideMinority shareholders and LLC members in Alabama have important rights even without control, including the right to inspect company records, to receive their share of distributions when declared, to be free from oppressive conduct, and to hold majority owners and managers to their fiduciary duties.
Read the guideA buy-sell agreement is a contract among business co-owners that controls what happens to an owner's interest when a triggering event occurs, such as death, disability, divorce, retirement, or a falling-out.
Read the guideTortious interference in Alabama occurs when a third party intentionally and improperly disrupts your contract or business relationship, causing you harm.
Read the guideThe time to sue a business in Alabama depends on the type of claim.
Read the guideTo protect trade secrets in Alabama, you must take reasonable steps to keep the information secret, because under the Alabama Trade Secrets Act, information only qualifies for protection if it derives value from not being generally known and is the subject of reasonable efforts to maintain its secrecy.
Read the guideYes, an Alabama employer can sue a former employee in certain circumstances, most commonly for breaching an enforceable non-compete or non-solicitation agreement, misappropriating trade secrets, breaching a duty of loyalty or fiduciary duty, or causing harm through improper conduct.
Read the guideWhen a vendor breaches a contract in Alabama, document the breach and your losses, review the contract for notice, cure, and remedy provisions, and send a written demand requiring the vendor to fix the problem.
Read the guideA commercial lease dispute in Alabama is a disagreement between a landlord and a business tenant over the terms of a commercial lease, commonly involving unpaid rent, maintenance and repair responsibilities, common area maintenance (CAM) charges, alleged defaults, or early termination.
Read the guideTo get out of a commercial lease in Alabama, first look for an exit built into the lease, such as an early termination clause, break option, or assignment and subletting rights.
Read the guideInsurance bad faith in Alabama occurs when an insurer refuses to pay a valid claim without a legitimate or 'debatable' reason, or fails to properly investigate before denying it.
Read the guideTo fight a denied business insurance claim in Alabama, get the denial in writing and identify the exact reason, compare it against your policy's coverage and exclusions, and assemble documentation supporting the loss.
Read the guideTo remove a mechanic's lien in Alabama, the most direct routes are paying or settling the underlying debt in exchange for a lien release, challenging a lien that is invalid or untimely, or bonding off the lien so it attaches to a bond instead of the property.
Read the guideRetainage is a portion of each construction payment, often around 5 to 10 percent, that an owner or general contractor withholds until the work is substantially or fully complete, as security that the job will be finished properly.
Read the guideA pay-when-paid clause generally affects only the timing of payment, the general contractor must pay the subcontractor within a reasonable time, even if the owner is slow to pay.
Read the guideTo handle a construction defect claim in Alabama, document the defect and its cause, review your contract and warranties, and provide any required notice and opportunity to repair before escalating.
Read the guideA change order dispute in Alabama arises when the parties disagree about work that differs from the original construction contract, often over whether extra work was authorized, what it should cost, or how much time it adds.
Read the guideA breach of fiduciary duty in Alabama occurs when someone in a position of trust, such as a business partner, corporate officer, director, or majority owner, violates the duties of loyalty and care they owe to those they serve.
Read the guideYes, you can sue a business partner for stealing in Alabama.
Read the guideIf you receive a non-compete violation or cease-and-desist letter in Alabama, do not ignore it and do not panic.
Read the guideIf your business is served with a lawsuit in Alabama, the most urgent step is the deadline to respond, generally within 30 days of service in circuit court, after which the plaintiff can seek a default judgment.
Read the guideTo collect a money judgment in Alabama, you use post-judgment enforcement tools because a judgment is not self-executing.
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