Business Briefs
Selling a Small Business
Selling a closely held small business or your interest in one is a challenge, requiring a different mind-set and skill set from operating the business. Identifying and approaching the most likely potential purchasers can be risky but also beneficial. Some potential...
Independent Contractors/Salespersons
With the expanding gig economy, increased use of independent contractors and enhanced enforcement of employment laws, businesses should be aware of the many laws and regulations that impact these relationships in order to avoid problems, including suits,...
Personal Data Dangers
Business journals and publications are replete with stories about businesses that collect, use, store or sell private information of employees, customers, consumers or third parties, and their paying substantial and possibly business threatening damages as a result....
Your Business’ Digital Assets
As many of your business’ records and accounts are stored or accessed electronically, it is increasingly important to not only inventory, secure and protect these assets, but to enable your business or its successor to access them. Some steps to take include:...
Married Same Sex and Unmarried Couples
Language in the recent U.S Supreme Court Dobbs v. Jackson decision regarding abortion raised concerns that the legal rights of unmarried couples of either sex and married couples of the same sex may be facing issues in the future, particularly in states that do not...
Protecting Corporate Board Members
Generally, members of the board of directors of a corporation are protected from liability for the actions of the corporation and its employees, but that protection is not absolute and is being eroded by recent court rulings. In the corporation hierarchy, the...
Cyberattack Protection
As any business can be a cyberattack target, business owners should: Foster a culture of security awareness in their organization by clear and consistent messaging, policies, and procedures. Have clear written security policies and incident response plans that provide...
Trademarks
A trademark is a legally protected, non-generic, unique and distinctive name, symbol, letter, word, mark, slogan, phrase, smell, color, sound or hologram that can be owned to identify your business, products or services. It identifies and distinguishes your business...
Guardianships and Powers of Attorney
The number of seniors targeted by scams, identity theft, charity fraud, online deception and undue influence increases each year. These occur in person and by phone, mail, e-mail, and social media, and target the most vulnerable. Don’t find out too late that those you...
What is the Difference Between Creditor Workouts and Bankruptcy?
Unfortunately, many businesses are confronted with extraordinary losses and may be forced to choose between a creditor workout or a reorganization bankruptcy in order to survive. Some of the differences between workouts and bankruptcies include. Timing. A creditor...
