It’s every small business owner’s nightmare: your business has been sued. Someone showed up at your office and served you papers for a lawsuit. Or a former employee or client called and told you to expect the suit in the mail. It’s not a good start to your day.
But after you get over the shock and anger that someone would do this to you and your company, it’s time to make a game plan. You need to know what to do next.
Here’s a hint: The answer isn’t “call the plaintiff and give him what for.” There are smarter ways to tackle this problem that won’t make the issue worse. For example:
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Related Resources:
- Before You Sue: 10 Things to Think About (FindLaw)
- 3 Ways to Protect Yourself in Case Your Business is Sued (FindLaw’s Free Enterprise)
- Can Your Business Get Sued for Nepotism? (FindLaw’s Free Enterprise)
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