For this week’s Guest Post Friday, we welcome back Nathan B. Hinch. Nate is an attorney at the law offices of Mueller, Reece & Hinch, LLC in Bloomington, Illinois, where his practice includes advising real estate, construction, environmental, and other businesses regarding the law, and represents them in conflict mitigation and resolution efforts, including arbitration, litigation, and administrative proceedings. He can be reached at nhinch@muellerreece.com .
Most if not all States have statutes on the books seeking to protect consumers from fraudulent business transactions generally. It is essential for contractors to be aware of these laws and how their requirements affect your business operations. In this article I will highlight some key issues in one such statute in my home State, Illinois. While these statutes can vary from State to State, many of the same principles will apply. To be sure of the specifics in your State, check with an attorney licensed in that jurisdiction.