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Not every workplace conflict escalates into a legal dispute, but ignoring problems, vague agreements, and emotionally driven decisions can be costly. In the latest episode of the “AVOCAD Advises” video series, attorney Viktorija Dubovskienė discusses the most common mistakes employers make, why documentation plays a bigger role in labor disputes than it might seem, and how mediation can help avoid a lengthy court battle.
On social media, it often seems like you can say anything. However, some posts or comments can violate a person’s honor and dignity. Where is the line between expressing an opinion and defamation? Julius Sakalauskas, an attorney with the law firm AVOCAD, comments and answers questions.
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Even if everything seems simple at the beginning of a business: trust, a common goal, a clear "agreement in mind." However, it is precisely the unaddressed issues that become the cause of major conflicts or even business failure.
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When is a building permit required, is it possible to build on a shared plot without the consent of others, how close to a neighbor's land can you build, who is responsible for an illegally issued permit, and what to do if construction has begun without a permit—these are questions that real estate owners and builders often have to deal with.
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Was it the case that the terms of the already signed contract came as an unpleasant surprise to you?
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How can you protect yourself from unfair competition? What is a trade secret? Did an employee who left the company and took customers with them violate the law? How can you protect your idea or invention?
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What should every entrepreneur know to ensure that their online store is not blocked or fined?
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This question is most often asked by AVOCAD managing partner Egidijus Langys during training sessions for business representatives.