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Don’t Hire Employees for Your Small Business Until You Read This Article

The federal government and the state of California both have laws that protect employees. If you run a small business, there are some things that you should know about before you end up doing something that could cost your company a big fine. Eligibility – There are massive fines for hiring someone who is not […]

By : Kalyan Dec 3, 2019 No Comment

Business Attorney, Business Formations, Contracts & Agreement Attorney, Partnership Agreement, Small Business Attorney

What’s in a Business Contract Anyway

Business contracts are very important for small business owners. When drafted properly, they can protect your assets while helping you to determine the scope of much-needed business relationships. From lease agreements to employee contracts, here are a few things to look for in a business contract. Termination clause – If there are going to be […]

By : Kalyan Nov 25, 2019 No Comment

Business Attorney, Copyright Attorney, Intellectual Property, Small Business Attorney

Three Types of Patents for Small Business Owners

Intellectual property (IP) is one of the most important things that a small business owner needs to protect in order to stay competitive in the modern business world. How can patents help you? We’re going to look at three types of patents that can keep your competition from offering the same product or service as […]

By : Kalyan Nov 13, 2019 No Comment

Protect Your SMB’s Intellectual Property from Day One

When you are developing a business plan for your new startup, you need to include a strategy for protecting your intellectual property. Here are three reasons you need to have a way to protect your IP in place before you serve your first customer, take your initial order, or hire your first employee. It’s easier […]

By : Kalyan Oct 1, 2019 No Comment

Avoid Infringing on Copyright of Digital Content

You know that you can’t use a competitor’s trademarks or infringe on their patents or copyrights. However, the digital age has brought about a shift in thought. Some business people seem to forget that copyrights apply to digital content. Here are three common online practices that amount to stealing someone else’s intellectual property (IP). Not […]

By : Kalyan Sep 21, 2019 No Comment

Business Attorney, Business Formations, Contracts & Agreement Attorney, Partnership Agreement, Small Business Attorney

Read These Important Reminders Before Entering a Business Partnership

There are many ways that you can structure a business. When two people are going into business together, the first structure that you may think of is a partnership. What do you need to know before entering into a business partnership? Here are a few considerations. Is a partnership the best business formation for us? […]

By : Kalyan Sep 3, 2019 No Comment

Primary Considerations When Your Intellectual Property Gets Leaked

Your brand’s trade secrets are the competitive advantage that you need when it comes to doing business in a world of corporate mega-giants. So what should you know if a disgruntled employee shares your IP with a competitor? This is what employment contracts are for – If you had a good employment contract, you can […]

By : Kalyan Aug 17, 2019 No Comment

Business Attorney, Business Formations, Contracts & Agreement Attorney, Intellectual Property, Small Business Attorney

How to Incorporate Your Business in California

You may be interested in the tax benefits of incorporating your small business in California, but perhaps the task seems too daunting. Here is a quick checklist to help you get the protection of forming your new business as a corporate entity. Come up with a name – Use the California Secretary of State website […]

By : Kalyan Aug 9, 2019 No Comment

Business Attorney, Business Formations, Contracts & Agreement Attorney, Intellectual Property, Small Business Attorney

How to Form Your New Business in Southern California

You’ve finally come up with that big idea that is going to help you break away from your 9 to 5 and finally be your own boss. But owning a business comes with a lot of big decisions. Here are a few things that you have to think about before you can go out on […]

By : Kalyan Jul 30, 2019 No Comment

How to Prove Someone Infringed on Your Trademark

Intellectual property (IP) is vital for small business owners, and that includes any trademarks you may have. If you believe that an individual or company has been infringing on your trademark, what proof will you need to be able to offer? Here are three main elements of a trademark infringement case. Proof that you are […]

By : Kalyan Jul 9, 2019 No Comment

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