During the business formation process, the average entrepreneur spends a lot of time thinking about what structure would be best for their company. Some people want to start corporations, while others would prefer to keep the arrangements as simple as possible....
Companies evolve, markets shift and strategies adapt to these changing factors. Businesses may respond to such change or proactively seek growth through mergers and acquisitions. Mergers and acquisitions are common business activities, yet they're often misunderstood....
Entrepreneurs seeking to turn their idea into a functional business and executives brought on to help develop a concept into a functional organization need to make a lot of decisions before a vision can turn into an operational reality. Choices made in the early...
Those who own, manage and/or operate a business have a lot of day-to-day responsibilities. They generally need to ensure the smooth continuation of basic business functions, which typically requires that they negotiate effective contracts. Employment contracts help...
There are many reasons law enforcement pulls drivers over for suspected DWIs. Law enforcement knows the most common things to look for when patrolling highways. Some behaviors on the part of drivers raise a red flag and indicate a possible individual driving under the...
A merger can be an exciting opportunity for both of the companies involved. They can gain access to intellectual property, proprietary processes, new facilities and the best talent in the industry. They can also potentially expand their market share and company reach...
As a business owner, are you starting to think about what’s going to happen to your company after you leave? Maybe you’re getting ready to retire. Maybe you’re making your estate plan and thinking about how you want to distribute assets. Your business is a major...
You’ve always wanted to start a business. It’s definitely exciting as you move close to this goal. However, it’s important not to get ahead of yourself. You don’t want to overlook key steps or make mistakes that could hold the business back. Gathering information...
Intellectual property (IP) is an essential aspect of any business in the modern era, and it's crucial to understand the different types of IP protections available. You’ve probably heard of three of the most common forms of IP protection – patents, trademarks and...
An organization is only as successful as the leadership that drives it and the workers who provide daily labor. Major changes in the executive talent at an organization can have devastating consequences for the company's stability. Someone in a leadership role making...