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Massachusetts employers must navigate one of the most technical non‑compete statutes in the country: the Massachusetts Noncompetition Agreement Act (MNAA). The law imposes strict requirements on timing, notice, consideration, and scope, and even small procedural...

Last week, I delivered a presentation titled “Why Are Contracts Needed for All Businesses”—a topic that sounds simple on the surface but becomes mission‑critical the moment something goes wrong. The session walked through the practical, real‑world reasons every...

Running a business in Massachusetts means juggling customers, vendors, employees, and day‑to‑day operations — all while trying to avoid unnecessary legal risk. One of the most effective ways to protect your business is by having the right contracts in place. Strong,...

An annual review is not busywork. It reduces risk, keeps corporate records and filings current, ensures contracts reflect how you actually do business, and uncovers minor issues before they become expensive problems. Treat this as a repeatable process you run every...

If you run a small business, you need to make sure you have thought about how you and your employees will use AI. It can be beneficial and get you into trouble.  You and your HR consultant should update your handbook to ensure it includes an AI policy.  That policy...

Last month, I did a webinar with SCORE Boston on Common Legal Mistakes Small Businesses Make:  Common Legal Mistakes Small Businesses Make Starting and running a small business is exhilarating—but legal missteps can derail even the most promising venture. Here are the...

This month, I’m involved with two webinars designed to help business owners avoid costly legal mistakes and strengthen their operations. Webinar #1: Common Legal Mistakes Small Businesses Make (and How to Avoid Them) 📅 Date: September 17, 2025 🕛 Time: 12:00 PM EDT 💻...

In legal drafting, precision isn’t just preferred—it’s pivotal. A recent decision from the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals in Paloma Resources v. Axis Insurance Company reminds us that even the smallest grammatical choices can reshape the outcome of a case. The...

Running a small business in Massachusetts is rewarding, but legal missteps can be costly. At Bombard Law, we routinely help business owners navigate these challenges before they escalate. Here are seven common mistakes we see, and how to avoid them: Skipping the...