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Intellectual property is often a business' most valuable asset. Business owners who have an invention with commercial potential are wise to invest in protecting these assets. After getting protection in your home country, it is wise to look towards protection abroad...
A cease-and-desist letter has no actual legal standing but is a cautionary document outlining alleged wrongful behavior and demanding that it stop. Cease-and-desist letters are not always precursors to filing lawsuits but are typically attempts to avoid costly...
An employee handbook is a valuable resource that every company should have. Creating a document that clearly outlines your workplace policies makes it easier for your staff to understand them and for you to enforce them. When drafting an employee handbook, there are...
If you want your family fortune to trickle down to future generations, you should consider having more than a will when making your estate plans. A trust can help do the job for you. By design, trusts are meant to last forever, making them ideal when passing down the...
Business leaders who sell services or products likely know the importance of merchandise. Branded merchandise is any product that contains your business’ logo or name and can include apparel like hats and t-shirts as well as cups and can coolers. Having merchandise...
A savvy business leader knows that you need to plan not just for today to find success, but also for the future. Part of a successful business plan, one that looks not just to immediate success but the long-term, includes a strong, well-developed business succession...
Adding a partner to your new business can add support when you are struggling and suggestions when you feel stuck. More importantly, your partner can balance out your strengths and weaknesses so that you can both be stronger business owners. Your partnership agreement...
Estate planning is the process of putting together documents to help better ensure your assets are handled according to your wishes. You can use a variety of legal documents to achieve this goal, including a will or putting together trusts as well as healthcare...
Sticks and stones can break my bones, but words can never hurt me. Although a helpful phrase to teach children navigating the difficult social situations that arise in childhood, the truth is words can hurt us. This is particularly true when it comes to legal matters....
2022 may offer a beneficial marketplace for small businesses. An August 2021 survey conducted by NerdWallet found that 40% of Americans were trying to shop small and support local businesses as pandemic restrictions ease. Those looking to take advantage of this trend...