Business Legal Guides (556 found)

Written by Michael J. Shavel
Economic downturns mean uncertainty. It does not necessarily have to mean your business cannot be profitable. By carefully taking a look at your business, cutting expenses, and investing wisely, the small business can survive and even thrive during difficult periods.
1 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted 12 months ago in Business.

Written by Thomas L. McLain
Many business owners who are selling a company for the first time do not know what to expect. Of course, every transaction is different and no one can truly predict what you will face. However, here are nine “surprises” that any first-time business seller may encounter:
5 of 5 users found this helpful. Posted 12 months ago in Mergers / Acquisitions.

Written by Cynthia Caren Cannady
Practical definitions of patents, copyright and other types of IP , with examples and a mini-explanation of the IP system works in the US and internationally.
2 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted 12 months ago in Energy / Utilities. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Arieh Mordechai Flemenbaum
There are many business issues to address when launching an e-commerce business. This checklist contains many of the key issues, but it is meant only as a starting point. For a more comprehensive list, consult a qualified and experienced attorney.
1 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted 12 months ago in Internet.

Written by Douglas Scott Reiser
Companies buy and sell goods day-to-day. Merchants who sell their goods on credit constantly fear the risk of loss of their goods to customers. In bankruptcy or default, banks swoop in and seize goods, equipment, and inventory. But do not fear, a proper security interest may salvage your loss.
1 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted 11 months ago in Contracts / Agreements. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Arieh Mordechai Flemenbaum
Below are a few key characteristics of a good attorney that you may use to evaluate whether or not a prospective business attorney may be right for you (in no particular order of relevance or importance):
Posted 11 months ago in Business. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Barry Neil Shrum
This guide is intended to help a person think about issues related to starting a new business, regardless of its purpose. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive checklist. Please consult a lawyer for complete analysis.
3 of 4 users found this helpful. Posted 10 months ago in Business.

Written by Shawn G. Rice
Forming a new legal entity for a new business venture is a critical early step for all entrepreneurs. Wisconsin and federsl law and tax regulations provide planning opportunities and potential legal challenges for the unwary. Exit and succession planning begins at the outset of a business start up
Posted 7 months ago in Business. Jurisdiction: Wisconsin

Written by David J. Roe
Illinois law provides a business with a powerful tool to keep its insurance premiums down and decrease its loss history. But, it is extremely important to have capable counsel while navigating through the insurance coverage issues and targeting another company’s insurance policy.
Posted 9 months ago in Business. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Gary J. Mugg
Many entrepreneurs struggle with the decision over what type of business entity is optimal for their contemplated business. This decision should be made with the assistance of an experienced attorney. An attorney saves you the time it would take to study the issue and come to an optimal decision.
Posted 9 months ago in Business.

Written by Stephen Lou
For all of us (foreign) ‘locals’ in Beijing, we have seen the massive growth in foreign-owned restaurants over the past several years. Not only are such establishments popular (and very profitable), they are adding to the international cuisine and outlook of the nation’s capital.
0 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted 9 months ago in Business.

Written by Guy Piers Coburn
If your business deals with Consumers and ever has to collect debts from those consumers, then you need to be aware of Debt Collection Laws. Simply, the law is unfair and can cost you thousands for the smallest violation. This guide is written under Florida Law.
1 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted 9 months ago in Debt / Lending Agreements. Jurisdiction: Florida

Written by Kevin Brendan Murphy
In considering the legal aspects, begin with the following premise that applies to both options. If you put someone into business this transaction will normally be a regulated activity subject to substantial penalties for noncompliance. Guide content copyright 1990-2009 Kevin B. Murphy, J.D., M.B.A.
Posted 13 days ago in Franchising. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Tamara Lynn Harper
Choosing which type of entity to use is among the most important decisions a business can make. Most clients wish to avoid personal liability for the obligations of the business (an attribute of corporations) but may wish to personally deduct the losses of the business and avoid double taxation.
1 of 1 users found this helpful. Posted 9 months ago in Business. Jurisdiction: California

Written by Cheryl L Mullin
Steps for Franchising your Business
Posted 9 months ago in Franchising. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Paul S Taylor
This checklist covers the basic requirements for starting a new business in the state of Oregon.
Posted 9 months ago in Business.

Written by Emahn Counts
Outside General Counsel manages all legal transactions and litigation on behalf of entrepreneurs, start-up companies, professional organizations, and small corporations, offering precisely targeted solutions for a full range of problems.
Posted 7 months ago in Business. Jurisdiction: California

Written by Arieh Mordechai Flemenbaum
It's time to do so some spring cleaning. Business owners should perform a regular check-up and financial review of their business (and their personal situation too). This is an ongoing series- so the list below only addresses some of the key issues that should be part a of any business check-up.
Posted 7 months ago in Business. Jurisdiction: Illinois

Written by Brian V Powers
If you are starting a business, there are a number of things you need to consider when you are in start-up mode, beyond what you might normally think of (i.e. the business name, business location, sales and marketing). Here here are a number of things you need to consider.
1 of 2 users found this helpful. Posted 4 months ago in Business. Jurisdiction: Federal

Written by Arieh Mordechai Flemenbaum
It's time to do so some spring cleaning. Business owners should perform a regular check-up and financial review of their business (and their personal situation too). This is an ongoing series- so this list only addresses some of the issues that should be part a of any business check-up.
Posted 7 months ago in Business. Jurisdiction: Illinois