Financial setbacks and missed opportunities are often completely avoidable. But clients usually approach law firms with the same legal dilemma: they wait too long to speak with a lawyer and make critical errors, such as failing to properly respond to a letter or e-mail, communicate with an associate, or properly write an agreement. A few hundred dollars’ worth of strategic advice can lead to $500,000+ in savings or revenue. Don’t be afraid to ask for help whether your problem involves your business, family, or property. Here are some tips that will help you to think “like a lawyer,” and simply your life.
1. Open Your Mail
Open every letter within 48 hours of receipt, even possible junk mail or routine bills. Prioritize any letters from government agencies or courts. If you don’t have a habit of doing this, disaster is around the corner. See something you don’t understand? Get help.
2. Always in Writing
If you can‘t afford to throw away your time or your money, be sure to have a written understanding of what you’ll receive in return for your investment. That goes for trusted people more - even people you trust can have bad memories, and unclear agreements destroy relationships.
3. Protect Your People
Your employees depend on you for pandemic protection. You must be honest with them about workplace infections, provide them access to protective gear, and take steps to maximize their safety. Failure to do so could lead to tremendous legal exposure. Keep your politics and hedge your bets.
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