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Commercial Lease Negotiation: Protecting Your Business Interests
For many businesses, the commercial lease negotiation is one of the most important contractual processes they will go through. The terms of the lease can have major implications on your operating costs, flexibility, and long-term profitability for years to come. It's...
Employee Cell Phone Costs: What Employers Need to Know
In today's digital age, cell phones have become an indispensable tool for many employees, allowing them to stay connected and productive even while away from the office. However, the use of personal cell phones for work purposes can raise legal questions, particularly...
FinCEN’s New Reporting Requirements Likely Impact You
In recent years, the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has implemented new rules aimed at increasing transparency and combating financial crimes, such as money laundering and terrorist financing. One of these rules is the Beneficial Ownership Information...
Funding Your LLC: Why It Matters and Options to Consider
When forming a limited liability company (LLC) for your business, one crucial step that's often overlooked is properly funding the entity. Failing to adequately capitalize your LLC can undermine the liability protection that make this entity type attractive in the...
Selecting the Right Entity for Your Business
As a business owner in California, one of the most critical decisions you'll make is choosing the appropriate legal entity for your venture. The entity you select will have far-reaching implications for liability protection, taxation, management structure, and...
Protect Your Most Valuable Assets: Your Ideas
As a small business owner, your ideas, innovations, and creative works are likely your most valuable assets. Protecting these intangible assets through intellectual property rights is crucial for maintaining a competitive edge and preventing others from unfairly...
Contract Essentials for Small Business Owners
As a small business owner, contracts are an essential part of your operations. Whether you're hiring employees, engaging with vendors, or leasing commercial space, having well-crafted contracts in place can protect your interests and prevent costly disputes down the...
Employment Law Burdens Grow With Your Business
As your California small business expands and adds more employees, it's crucial to understand that your legal obligations under California employment law are also growing and becoming more burdensome. To illustrate, here are some key employee count thresholds and some...
Online Legal Services Aren’t the Best Option for Your Business
Many entrepreneurs look to online document creation services like LegalZoom and Rocket Lawyer when starting their new business venture. While these services promote fast and cheap document filing, there are several major downsides that could end up costing you far...
How to Build a Solid, Protectable Brand
When launching a new business or product, one of the most crucial decisions is choosing a brand name. However, many entrepreneurs don't realize the legal implications and potential pitfalls involved until it's too late. Clearing and protecting your trademark from the...