As we head toward a new year, it is important to start thinking about what you should be doing to evaluate your business for this year. Part of that evaluation is reviewing various documents your business (hopefully) has and uses to make sure they are up to date and if they need to be revised....Read More

One of the areas that get I continue to get questions about relates to what types of contracts are important for small business owners. I am frequently asked whether the owners of a small business need to have a written agreement in place or if a handshake is good enough, and even if they do...Read More

If you run a business where you provide any kind of service to your customers or clients, a contract template that outlines the terms of your services could streamline the process and save you time, money and energy in the long run. Having a contract template does not mean you cannot modify the contract to...Read More

As we have spoken about previously here on the blog, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) made headlines earlier this year with its ban on non-compete agreements, which was issued on April 24, 2024. The ban was supposed to go into effect on September 4, 2024. However, as discussed herein, the United States District Court for...Read More

As I have been discussing this week, I am excited to announce that my firm has acquired the litigation practice of Rogers, Habas & Eisen, P.C. (“RHE”).  We have expanded our team, as well as our litigation practice, and are looking forward to all that is to come. Our firm has three main practice areas: ...Read More

As I talked about on this week’s podcast episode, we have some big changes happening at our firm! I wanted to share those changes here, in addition to the podcast, to provide another platform to share the news. In an unexpected turn of events, the firm will be moving forward as Catina Law, PLLC. After...Read More

If you run a business where you provide any kind of service to your customers or clients, a contract template that outlines the terms of your services could streamline the process and save you time, money and energy in the long run. Having a contract template does not mean you cannot modify the contract to...Read More

As we reach the midpoint of the year, it’s crucial for businesses to not only assess their financial performance and operational strategies but also to take a close look at the legal aspects of their business. Conducting a thorough legal review at the end of the second quarter ensures that your business remains compliant and...Read More

As our practice has grown and we represent more and more businesses, we are often asked whether the owners of a small business need to have a written agreement in place or whether a handshake is sufficient. If they do have an agreement in place, we are often asked whether it is sufficient, as well...Read More

Among the many other things that a business owner has to consider when starting a business, one of the most important things, if not the most important thing, that a business owner has to consider, is what legal structure is best for the business. In the beginning, there are many factors to consider.The most common...Read More