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How Much Does a Civil Litigation Attorney Cost?

Before answering how much a civil litigation attorney costs, it is helpful to discuss what exactly a civil litigation attorney does.  Civil litigation attorneys, often referred to as civil litigators, are usually hired by private clients to represen… [Read More...]

How to Start a Lawsuit

When deciding whether to start a lawsuit, you need to know whether you have the right to sue the person with whom you have a dispute, whether you are starting the lawsuit within the applicable time limits, and whether the court has the power, known a… [Read More...]

Understanding Breach of Contract Claims

Elements Necessary to Prove a Breach of Contract Breach of contract occurs when one party to a valid contract breaks its promise to the other party or parties. Most contracts end when both parties have fulfilled their obligations. But sometimes one p… [Read More...]

When to Hire a Business Litigation Attorney

No one wants to think about the possibility that your business will need a lawyer, but in all likelihood, at some point in the life of your business you will need to engage the services of a business litigation attorney. It might be because your busi… [Read More...]

Non-compete Agreements: What They Are, How They Help, and What to Do If One Has Been Violated

In today’s competitive market, business owners seek every advantage to stay ahead of their competition. A non-compete agreement can be an effective way to maintain valuable trade secrets, marketing plans, and client lists to preserve your competiti… [Read More...]

Your Business Was Sued - Now What?

It’s a letter that no business owner wants to open - the one from the Clerk of Courts advising you that your business is the defendant in a lawsuit.  What should you do if your business has been sued?  [Read More...]

Attorney James Teigland Prevails in Eminent Domain Lawsuit

Attorney James Teigland recently prevailed in a western North Dakota eminent domain lawsuit on behalf of two landowners. After a three day jury trial, the jury awarded Teigland’s clients an additional $399,640.00 in additional compensation for the… [Read More...]

What If I Cannot Afford An Attorney? Are There Ways to Finance Legal Fees?

At Fremstad Law we work hard to provide cost-effective legal services.  The reality is, however, that the legal process and especially litigation, whether it be criminal, family law, civil, or commercial, can be very expensive.  As such, Fremstad… [Read More...]

Teigland Helps Ag Manufacturer Repossess Equipment

  A manufacturer of agricultural equipment recently hired Attorney James Teigland after one of its customers stopped making monthly payments. The case was made slightly more complicated from a typical repossession, which are frequently completed… [Read More...]

Awarding Attorney’s Fees in Civil Litigation

As a civil litigator, one of the questions I’m most frequently asked is, “If I win my lawsuit, will the other side have to pay my attorney’s fees?” Other times people will just assume they’ll receive their attorney’s fees if they win a la… [Read More...]