How to Transfer Your Family Business
Family members start a major portion of new businesses launched in the U.S. every year. Owning a family business can be a very rewarding and prosperous venture. For family business […]
What is Business Defamation?
Most of us are familiar with the term, “defamation of character”. This is when an individual’s character or reputation is tarnished as a result of a fraudulent statement or action […]
How Can a Lawyer Help With Loan Modifications?
Facing foreclosure is a scary thing. Sometimes asking your lender for a loan modification may be a solution. An attorney can help you, as a borrower, understand your legal rights, […]
What’s the Difference Between a Trademark and a Copyright?
Intellectual property includes works, processes, symbols and designs that were created or are owned by a company. This can include logos and slogans, and written documents or artistic works. To […]
Do You Need a Lawyer for a Business Dispute?
Running a business isn’t always smooth sailing. Disagreements can arise over contracts, payments, services, partnerships, or even intellectual property. When conflicts happen, they can escalate quickly—especially if not handled correctly. […]
Do You Need a Lawyer When Buying or Selling a Business?
Buying a business and selling a business involve many negotiations and contracts. A business attorney can aid you in the negotiation process to help you get what you want for […]
Should I Consult an Attorney When Drafting and Reviewing Contracts?
We enter into contracts every day for business and personal reasons. It is important that the terms of the contract are properly negotiated, correctly drafted, and reviewed to ensure the […]
Forming a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization
Charitable organizations that are successful, understand the value of having legal counsel in the early stages of forming and managing a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. An attorney can address current and […]
Why Should I Form a Business Entity?
When deciding which entity to form it is necessary to consider short and long term goals of the business, the nature of the business and the benefits associated with each […]
What are Employer Requirements Regarding Hiring Employees Under Immigration Law?
It is very important for an employer to have a system in place when it comes to hiring new employees. There are a number of federal and state laws that […]
Small Business Tax Changes to be Aware of in the Coming Years
There are several tax changes we are keeping our eye on for our own business and for our clients in the next year including estate tax changes and changes due […]
National Healthcare Reform and its Effects on Businesses
As many of you know, the government has passed the National Healthcare Reform which becomes effective September 23, 2010. It is a very complicated law that you, as a business […]
How Does a Small Business Know if it has Enough Insurance?
Identifying exposures is a vital first step to determining if your business is adequately protected. Until you know the scope of all possible losses, you won’t be able to develop […]
Some Advice Prior to LLC Formation
There are many advantages to setting up an LLC. One of those advantages is an LLC’s flexibility. With less stringent requirements for compliance and less necessary paperwork than S-Corps and […]
Entering into Business Contracts
It doesn’t matter whether or not you entering into a relationship with a customer, with a vendor or an independent contractor; contracts are a fact of business. Contracts serve as […]