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04/06/2026

See my new blog posts about non-competes.

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 mistakes can render an agreement un...

02/17/2026

See my new blog post on my recent webinar on why contracts are needed for businesses:

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 business—no matter the siz...

01/26/2026

See my new blog posts about contracts needed for small businesses.

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, well‑drafted agreements d...

12/15/2025

please see my blog post on what businesses need to do for a year-end review:

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 year or whenever your business cha...

11/17/2025

See my new post on AI Governance:

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 should discuss: Approved uses — [....

10/20/2025

Please check out my new blog post:

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 takeaways: Missing Governing D...

09/11/2025

please see my new blog posts about upcoming webinars

08/19/2025

Please see my new blog post:

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 culprit? A single determiner: “...

07/18/2025

Please see my new blog posts on mistakes small businesses can make:

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 Operating Agreement or Bylaws Even si...

05/29/2025

See my new blog post on contract reviews:

04/15/2025

check out my new blog on business succession planning: https://bombardlaw.com/business-succession-plan/

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