Nevada Legislative Session 2027: What to Expect The Nevada legislative session 2027, officially the 84th Session, convenes February 1, 2027, and runs for a constitutionally capped 120 days. That may sound far off, but Nevada only meets in odd-numbered years, which means the groundwork for 2027 is already being laid: interim committees are wrapping up their [...]
Starting a Home-Based Business in Clark County, Nevada: Licenses, Local Rules, and Why It Pays to Ask a Lawyer First Running a business out of your house sounds simple: no lease, no commute, low overhead. In Clark County, it usually is simple, once you know which of the county's several licensing jurisdictions your home sits [...]
Breach of Contract Nevada: Elements, Deadlines, Damages Breach of contract disputes are among the most common business litigation cases we handle and among the most misunderstood by the business owners living through them. A missed payment, an undelivered shipment, or a vendor that simply stopped performing all feel like obvious breaches in the moment. Whether [...]
Nevada Conditional Use Permits Explained: A Complete Guide for Property Owners and Developers If you're planning to open a business, build a project, or use a property in Nevada in a way that isn't automatically allowed under local zoning, you have probably come across the term conditional use permit (CUP). Understanding what a CUP is, [...]
Pleading the 5th: What It Actually Means in Nevada Pleading the 5th is one of the most recognized phrases in American law, and also one of the most misunderstood. Most people know it from television, a witness raises a hand, says the words, and the scene moves on. In reality, the right behind that phrase is [...]
Nevada Non-Compete Agreements After Recent Law Changes: Enforceability Guide Non-compete agreements remain a valuable tool for Nevada businesses seeking to protect trade secrets, customer relationships, and goodwill. However, significant legislative changes in 2017 and 2021 have made enforceability stricter and more nuanced. Understanding the current rules for non-compete agreements found under NRS 613.195 is important [...]
How to Sell a Business in Nevada: Step-by-Step Guide for 2026 Selling a business is one of the most important financial decisions a Nevada owner will ever make. Whether you’re exiting a thriving retail operation, a professional services firm, a construction company, or a cannabis establishment, proper planning can maximize your sale price and minimize [...]
Alternative Dispute Resolution in Nevada Business Cases: Arbitration vs. Mediation Alternative Dispute Resolution in Nevada — whether over contracts, partnerships, unpaid debts, or cannabis industry issues, can be costly and time-consuming if they go straight to court. Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) offers faster, more cost-effective, and often less adversarial paths to resolution. The two most [...]
Recover Unpaid Business Debts in Nevada: A Guide for Business Owners Unpaid invoices can cripple cash flow and threaten the survival of your Nevada business. Whether you're an operator, contractor, supplier, or service provider, chasing overdue payments is frustrating and time-consuming. The good news? With the right strategy and timely action, you can recover what [...]
Succession Planning for Family-Owned Cannabis Businesses in 2026 Family-owned cannabis businesses face unique challenges when transitioning ownership. Strict licensing rules, complex regulations, and major tax changes, especially as the legal landscape is constantly changing, make proper succession planning essential for protecting your legacy and avoiding expensive litigation. A strong succession plan strives to ensure smooth [...]
