Where Others See Obstacles, We See Opportunities
You’ve probably read stories of companies that merged and went on to achieve great success. You may also have read tales of ones that merged and self-destructed. If you are considering a merger, you need to ask is it right for me? To answer that question, you need to...
Going into business with a partner means you can each use each other’s strengths to build the company. In most cases, partners have similar ideas about how the business will be run. Unfortunately, there are times when you and your partner might not agree on...
If you own a small business, you may have invested some of your personal funds to get started or get through a rough patch. Likewise, you may have used your business account to make a personal purchase. Either of these actions results in the commingling of business...
There comes a time in which businesses may consider expanding their reach. They may do this after they feel that they've mastered their specialty and they're looking to expand their product line or services. They may also do this after realizing that they've reached...
In an increasingly digital marketplace, organizations now devote significant resources toward building and maintaining their online presence. The digital presence can range from a website and blog to social networking and an online storefront. Unfortunately, many...
In August, a "minor legal epic" moved to a new stage when the 2nd Circuit court ruled on a trademark dispute between two pizza brands, one from Chicago and one from New York. It’s a complex case that investigates some of the lesser examined areas of trademark law. The...
Selecting a business structure is a basic step for any entrepreneur, but its importance cannot be overstated. A company’s structure will have a dramatic impact on everything from its short-term profits to its long-term sustainability. One of the most popular...
Contracts are a part of life for every commercial enterprise, forming the basis for mergers, employment and acquisitions. Virtually everything comes back to a contract in some way, but contracts have a deserved reputation for complexity. There is no getting around the...
Ownership groups and shareholders have immense power over a company, and when a company is profitable, most would feel there is little reason to argue. This could not be further from the truth, as there are many reasons that shareholders can come into conflict....
"Content is king," or so goes the saying. To draw attention, raise awareness, and build an audience on the internet, you must produce content. But content on the internet is easy to reproduce, easy to find and, yes, easy to steal. You have the right to protect your...
