The Georgia Uniform Mediation Act Provides More Certainty to Domestic and International Mediations in Georgia

With enactment of the Georgia Uniform Mediation Act (“GUMA”), O.C.G.A. § 9-17-1 et seq., effective July 1, 2021, Georgia stands out as an attractive location for resolution of domestic and international commercial disputes.  In [...]

2022-01-12T15:05:55+00:00January 12th, 2022|Commercial Litigation, Construction Litigation, Contracts, Mediation, Misc., Partner Disputes|Comments Off on The Georgia Uniform Mediation Act Provides More Certainty to Domestic and International Mediations in Georgia

Thank You From Burkhalter Law!

As 2021 comes to a close, the team at Burkhalter Law would like to thank our business owner clients and advisors for the trust they have placed in our firm to manage their legal needs.  We [...]

2021-12-29T15:54:00+00:00December 29th, 2021|Commercial Litigation, Construction Litigation, Contracts, Corporate Planning, Mergers, Acquisition, Industry & Firm News, Misc., Partner Disputes|Comments Off on Thank You From Burkhalter Law!

Brian Burkhalter Awarded Georgia’s Exclusive Construction Law Expert

We are proud to announce that Burkhalter Law founder, Brian Burkhalter, has been selected as the exclusive Construction Law expert in Georgia by Leaders in Law. Brian is an experienced construction and litigation attorney, [...]

2021-07-09T14:04:09+00:00July 9th, 2021|Commercial Litigation, Construction Litigation, Corporate Planning, Mergers, Acquisition, Industry & Firm News, Misc., Partner Disputes|Comments Off on Brian Burkhalter Awarded Georgia’s Exclusive Construction Law Expert

Limitation-of-Liability Clauses for Business Owners

Limitation-of-liability clauses are important tools that business owners use to limit and allocate risks in commercial relationships. Business owners and their counsel should always consider the potential liability find ways to reduce exposure.  Limiting liability can [...]

2021-07-07T13:38:32+00:00July 7th, 2021|Commercial Litigation, Construction Litigation, Corporate Planning, Mergers, Acquisition, Industry & Firm News, Partner Disputes|Comments Off on Limitation-of-Liability Clauses for Business Owners

Potential Pitfalls in Opening a Joint Business Account

In opening a business account, like most things in life, the convenient option is not always the best option.  Particularly if you are considering a joint account with one or more partners, it is [...]

2021-06-23T20:27:06+00:00June 23rd, 2021|Commercial Litigation, Corporate Planning, Mergers, Acquisition, Industry & Firm News, Partner Disputes|Comments Off on Potential Pitfalls in Opening a Joint Business Account

Best Practices for Litigation Matters

As a business owner, you may encounter disputes or situations where litigation is needed to protect rights and/or pursue recovery. Alternatively, you may have to defend against litigation.  There are a few basic steps to follow [...]

2021-04-07T17:18:30+00:00April 7th, 2021|Commercial Litigation, Construction Litigation, Corporate Planning, Mergers, Acquisition, Partner Disputes|Comments Off on Best Practices for Litigation Matters

Are Settlement Communications Confidential?

Business owners involved in disputes often attempt to engage in communications with an opposite party to reach a resolution prior to engaging counsel and further escalation.  Even after a dispute has crossed the line [...]

2021-02-24T15:07:07+00:00February 24th, 2021|Commercial Litigation, Construction Litigation, Partner Disputes|Comments Off on Are Settlement Communications Confidential?
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