Posts Tagged ‘Legal Issues’
6 Important Things to Consider When Preparing a Will
At some point we all come to the reality that we will not live forever. This rude awakening usually comes just in time for many people to start funeral and estate planning. Estate planning entails putting together a will and a living will for use during future events. There are many different ways to go…
Read MoreFranchisee: Red Flags When Signing a Real Estate Lease
For brick and mortar franchisees, securing your real estate transaction carries a significant weight on your future success. Not only is it a substantial investment, most of the time you are locked into a long-term lease. The terms in these leases can also bind you to extensive and expensive renovations if not done properly. As…
Read MoreIdentity Theft’s Hidden Victim: Your Business
Regardless of how it’s executed or who is affected, one fact is universal: identity theft leaves its victims feeling violated and insecure. However, the true victim of identity theft isn’t always as obvious as one might assume. A Well-Established Threat While it may seem as though the threat is a relatively new phenomenon, the roots…
Read MoreA Brief Guide on Workers’ Compensation
From incidents such as a fractured bone or arthritis to the most unfortunate cases, up to and including death, both employees and employers should know the basic information and tools regarding employee claims and workers’ compensation. Can Incidents Be Avoided? Below is a list of accidents, injuries, and conditions that employees may encounter during the…
Read MoreNo Blunders! Avoid These 5 Startup Mistakes
Why do startups fail? Is there a recipe for success for your new and exciting business venture? Unfortunately the answer is no. There is no way to guarantee success in your new business. While there may be recipes (or templates) you can use to help you on the path to success, it’s also useful to know…
Read MoreNew Rules Issued for Employers with Independent Contractors
A small business—or a company of any size—may take on workers as traditional W-2 employees or as 1099 independent contractors. However, the federal government has issued some new rules on the classification process of workers in a business. While these “rules” are more along the lines of friendly suggestions, they’re very important to know about…
Read More4 Incidents That Could Torpedo Your Business
You had a vision, and you’re now up and running, but you’ve been running on a tight shoestring budget for a few years. You’re still well within the make-it-or-break-it five year period, but business has grown steadily, and there’s good reason for optimism. Don’t get torpedoed by any of these incidents that can sink you…
Read MoreConsider the Legal and Financial Aspects of Owning a Franchise
As with any major investment, the best decision can be made only if you’re as informed as possible. You need to spend a good deal of time researching, interviewing and exploring your options—and a part of the process is determining what the legal and financial aspects are. As your focus gets more serious with the…
Read MorePatent Litigation Can Kill the Small Guy
When you think of patents, you think of added value to the corporation in the form of protection of its intellectual property. In fact, many corporations spend millions developing surrounding patents to form what is known as a “patent thicket,” much like Brer Rabbit jumped into to protect himself against his detractors in the briar…
Read MoreProtecting Your Startup’s Intellectual Property
An oft-neglected part of running a startup involves the products unique to your brand. What can you do to make sure your intellectual property stays yours? When we think of Silicon Valley, we call to mind success stories like Microsoft and Facebook. We think of smart young entrepreneurs, business hopefuls looking to make their mark…
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