Global trade presents opportunities for businesses in the U.S., but it also comes with legal challenges. Disputes between importers and exporters can disrupt supply chains, cause financial losses and damage business relationships. Below are three of the most common...
When your goods are seized by Customs and Border Protection (CBP), the officer who seizes them will forward the case to the appropriate supervisor to be approved. The supervisor will refer the case to the Fines, Penalties and Forfeitures (FP&F) Office. An FP&...
Disputes are almost inevitable in international trade transactions, no matter how well you prepare. The global marketplace is full of variables, from different legal systems, currencies and cultures to fluctuating market conditions. Whether it’s a delay in shipment, a...
When it comes to managing the ins and outs of the global marketplace, cargo loss can disrupt supply chains, damage client relationships and lead to significant financial losses. The first step in addressing cargo loss is determining who is liable. Liability often...
International commerce is an essential aspect of the U.S. economy. However, federal laws like the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) ensure that international trade remains ethical and compliant. It’s important that companies have a firm grasp of the FCPA. Here are...
When U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) seizes your products, your business can grind to a halt. CBP may confiscate shipments they suspect violate laws, contain counterfeit products or lack proper documentation. While this may simply be a misunderstanding, it...
Exchange rates play a crucial role in the world of international trade. They play a huge role in determining the price of goods and services traded across borders. However, fluctuations in these rates can create significant challenges for exporters and importers. The...
As a business owner who sells products, you rely on your cargo being shipped around the country and beyond in an efficient manner. Your cargo needs to arrive on time and in one piece. Unfortunately, this doesn’t always happen, and cargo can be damaged during transit....
Litigation can be an incredibly effective tool when business disputes occur. You might just use the threat of it to encourage the other party to move back into line and fulfill their part of a contract. Or you might keep it in your back pocket, knowing that you can...
It can sometimes be an issue of trademark infringement if it appears that one business is trying to copy another. For instance, maybe that business has copied the name, the logo, the slogan, the jingle or some other protected mark. Even simply using a similar name...