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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....
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Logos are the visual embodiment of a brand’s identity, a symbol that resonates with consumers and creates a lasting impression. Behind every iconic logo lies a complex web of legal considerations related to ownership rights. In this blog post, we delve into the intricacies of ownership rights in a logo, shedding light on the who,...
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Yes, it is incredibly important to conduct a title search when you purchase a home. A title search is an examination of the records concerning a property to ascertain the current ownership of the property and whether there are outstanding liens, judgments, foreclosure or bankruptcy proceedings and/or other encumbrances on the property that could impede...
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Over the years, we have worked with many different businesses in an outside general counsel capacity. Our representation often started out as litigation counsel, and over time turned into outside general counsel. We have learned that in many circumstances, an attorney does not step into a situation until a corporate client is faced with a...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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One issue that we have been contacted about on several occasions recently is understanding what at-will employment means. It is essential to understand how at-will employment laws affect your rights as an employee and your responsibilities as an employer. What is At-Will Employment? At-will employment means that an employer can terminate an employee at any...
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Selling a business can be a stressful event and there is a lot of negotiation that goes into it.  For purposes of this post, we will focus on negotiation of an asset purchase agreement, where the business sells most, or all, of its assets to a purchaser.  There are many important provisions in an asset...
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During the spring (and summer) months, there is a significant uptick of residential home improvement projects underway or being scheduled, and therefore, this time of year is critical for home improvement contractors and subcontractors. Whether you are a home improvement contractor or a homeowner, this blog post will help shed light on the requirements of...
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