The first step in establishing a business is to identify the type of entity best suited to your proposed new business. The four most common types of entity are (a) limited liability companies; (b) corporations; (c) partnerships; and (d) sole proprietorships. Insulation from Personal Liability Corporations and limited liability companies insulate owners from personal […]
Do You Need a “Business” Attorney
If you are in business, whether for yourself, or as the manager of a business, you need a business attorney; someone with expertise and experience in dealing with the issues faced on a daily basis by people who own and/or manage businesses. Do you have employees? If you do, you need someone who can […]
Non-Compete Agreements
In today’s hyper competitive business environment, clients often ask whether they should require employees to sign non-compete agreements. The short answer is “It depends”. Whether a non-compete agreement is indicated depends on the nature of the business, the level of the employee’s knowledge, expertise and compensation, as well as the extent of the employer’s investment […]
