What the Arizona Consumer Fraud Act is and How it Can Help You as a Business owner and Consumer.

by Christine A. Ferraris | Jun 21, 2022 | Business Services, Consumer Fraud, Personal Legal Tips

“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” ― Nelson Mandela The Arizona Consumer Fraud Act (the Act) provides a person (which could be a person or business as defined under the Act) with a legal remedy when harmed by any person, by...

Tips on when you should seek legal advice, and other options that may be available.

by Christine A. Ferraris | May 25, 2022 | Business Services, Personal Legal Tips

Photo by Gabrielle Henderson on Unsplash It is not what a lawyer tells me I may do; but what humanity, reason, and justice tell me I ought to do.  – Edmund Burke I am not sure I need a lawyer but think I might… Lawyers often help clients in matters that have...

Financial Literacy: What it means and why it matters.

by Christine A. Ferraris | Apr 22, 2022 | Business Services, Consumer Fraud, Personal Legal Tips

“An investment in knowledge pays the best interest.” – Benjamin Franklin  Financial Literacy has been defined as the ability to use knowledge and skills to manage financial resources effectively for a lifetime of financial well-being. We can use financial knowledge to...

What are options one has when in dispute with another member of the limited liability company (LLC) or when you have an ownership interest in a corporation?

by Christine A. Ferraris | Feb 25, 2022 | Business Services, Personal Legal Tips

Governing documents of an LLC, the “operating agreement,” should provide detailed information on how most ownership disputes within the business should be dealt with by a fellow member.  An operating agreement should identify the responsibilities of each member and...

Is it too late to file a lawsuit?

by Christine A. Ferraris | Feb 18, 2022 | Business Services, Consumer Fraud, Personal Legal Tips

A statute of limitation is a law that prescribes the period to file a legal claim. In general, once the statute of limitation “runs out” the legal claim cannot be pursued.  The duration under which you can file a lawsuit varies depending on the type of legal claim and...

A Few Tips on Turning Your Hobby into a Business

by Christine A. Ferraris | Jan 13, 2022 | Business Services, Personal Legal Tips

“Strive not to be a success, but to be of Value.” – Albert Einstein  You don’t have to quit your job and go into debt to start a business. It’s often a good idea to start slowly to allow the freedom to experiment and learn as you go.  Generally speaking, service...