Corporate Law

Reduce Litigation Risk: Business Risk Management Essentials

Christopher Winton, David Hughart & Mark Kelley

Published on: 05/09/2026

Business owners lower litigation risk through clear contracts, documented compliance steps, and consistent employee policies established well before disputes arise. The law firm now known as Ray, Winton & Kelley has been in continuous existence since it was founded in 1897, structuring corporate agreements and reviewing operational practices that close common legal gaps, protecting company assets and stability long before conflict reaches a courtroom.

Resolving Partnership Disputes in Business Agreements

Christopher Winton, David Hughart & Mark Kelley

Published on: 26/08/2026

A business partnership agreement should define ownership percentages, profit and loss distribution, decision-making authority, and dispute resolution methods such as mediation. General partnerships hold two or more owners jointly liable for business actions. A thorough partnership agreement should also document exit strategies, addressing how ownership transfers if a partner withdraws, retires, or passes away.

Navigating Corporate Litigation: Top WV Attorney Insights

Sean Hyde

Published on: 27/04/2026

This article provides an in-depth overview of the most common corporate disputes that escalate to court actions and outlines the remedies and dispute-resolution methods businesses typically employ.

Business Formation in WV: LLC vs Corporation and the Legal Basics

Sean Hyde

Published on: 15/04/2026

This guide compares Limited Liability Companies (LLCs) and Corporations, outlines formation steps, and summarizes ongoing obligations so entrepreneurs can make an informed choice while staying compliant with state rules.