When majority owners of a closely-held business engage in conduct that constitutes shareholder oppression, it comes in all shapes and sizes. One wrongful act that seems to be occurring more frequently is the creation of a competing company that excludes one or more minority shareholders. » Read More

David C. Roberts, a Member with Norris McLaughlin, P.A., is pleased to present a seminar for all business owners that will answer many of the questions, both known and unknown, a shareholder would have, such as:

• What, exactly, is “shareholder oppression?”

Often employees sign non-compete and non-solicitation agreements that spell out what an employee can and cannot do after employment is terminated. Usually, if an employee never signed such an agreement, he or she is free to compete post-employment, provided confidential information is not involved. » Read More

In a previous posting (9/2/08) I discussed the fact that termination of a shareholder from his or her status as an employee could constitute “oppression” under New Jersey law and entitle the shareholder to certain remedies, including a court-ordered buy-out at fair value.  » Read More