It is no secret that it takes money to make money. Not all business owners have the money they need to get their ventures off the ground and therefore many […]
Continue reading…Who Owns A Business’s Customer List?
Many businesses have customer lists that they consider their own private property. It is common, however, for sales representatives and other employees to regard customer lists as theirs too, something […]
Continue reading…The Parol Evidence Rule & How it Affects Your Contract
One of the purposes behind memorializing an agreement in a written document is to ensure that the parties to the contract do not recant what they originally agreed upon. Often, […]
Continue reading…An Overview of Foundational Corporate Documents
There are a number of steps involved in forming a corporation from selecting a name, obtaining the necessary licenses and permits, paying certain fees, and filing foundational documents with the […]
Continue reading…Capacity to Contract – Minors, The Mentally Disabled & The Intoxicated
The value and success of a business often rests on the ability of the principals involved to make and enforce contracts with third-parties. However, if the person who entered into […]
Continue reading…Use of Non-Disclosure Agreements
As a small business owner, it is essential to protect sensitive information that is often referred to as trade secrets. While some well known examples of trade secrets include the […]
Continue reading…The Benefits of Incorporating in Safe Haven States
Many business owners believe it’s best to incorporate in their home state, but there are often business and tax advantages available in other states. In particular, Delaware and Nevada are […]
Continue reading…What Does “Goodwill” Mean When Buying a Business?
Goodwill is an asset that is an intangible part of a business being purchased. In spite of its intangibility, goodwill may be worth more than concrete assets, such as property, […]
Continue reading…Why Your Business Needs an Email Policy
In the contemporary workplace, email is an essential and efficient form of communication. Whether it’s used internally among staff members, or for exchanges with vendors and customers, email is a […]
Continue reading…Patents
Inventors have a right to protect their inventions through the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). With the creation of a device come a bundle of property rights issued […]
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