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Thought Leaders

The 5-Step Guide to Navigating Legal and Regulatory Changes in Business

In a time with an ever-changing landscape of regulations, staying ahead of legal and regulatory changes is critical to safeguarding your business's success. Navigating legal and regulatory changes can be challenging, but it's fundamental for entrepreneurs to ensure that their businesses are compliant.

By Ken Wisnefski

Business Legal

Chipotle Is Crying Fowl at Sweetgreen for Stealing Its Name

By Jonathan Small

Business Accounting

Finding Investors 101: Understanding Securities Law and Legal Compliance Structures

By Jenny Kassan

Thought Leaders

Alec Baldwin Just Learned Something Every Business Owner Already Knows

By Gene Marks

Tech

The Rise of AI: Why Legal Professionals Must Adapt or Risk Being Left Behind

Artificial Intelligence has already taken over many jobs that were previously handled manually. This technology's continuous development challenges more professions and will even disrupt high-skill areas such as the legal industry.

By Roland Polzin

Business News

What Happened to Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes? Everything from Her Net Worth to Where She Is Now

At the height of her success, Elizabeth Holmes had an estimated net worth of $4.5 billion.

By Sam Silverman

Buying a Franchise

How to Find a Good Franchise Lawyer

2022 Franchise Supplier Rankings: Top Law Firms

By Jeff Cheatham

Building a Business

How to Figure Out When to Hire An Expert, or To Just Do It Yourself

It's possible to save on experts like lawyers, accountants and designers while not putting your company at risk.

By Adam Bornstein

Building a Business

This Often-Overlooked Department Deserves a Seat at the Decision-Making Table

If your business aims to be nimble in its growth strategies, including geographical expansion, a cutting-edge compliance department has become more vital than ever.

By Yair Kuznitsov

Thought Leaders

Online Legal Tools Save Time and Money. But They Aren’t Lawyers.

Here's what you need to know to take advantage of the benefits and avoid the pitfalls.

By Arash Homampour

Building a Business

What You Need to Know About Seeking Patent Protection Overseas

To fully leverage rights and enhance revenue, it's vital to expand patent protections when conducting international business: Here's how.

By Tarun Kumar Bansal

Business Legal

Patent Assignments in Employment Agreements – A Sometimes Overlooked, but Always Important, Component

Intellectual property is often the most valuable asset a business can own.

By Peter Lando and Thomas McNulty

Thought Leaders

3 Reasons Your Company Should Prioritize Data-Privacy Compliance and Safety Issues

Regulators are clamping down on data privacy and safety violations, so businesses need to pay an extra measure of attention to them.

By Chidike Samuelson

Marketing

When Does Marketing Hype Go Too Far?

An attorney and business owner explains how companies can stay on the right side of the too-aggressive marketing line and protect themselves from legal problems.

By Arash Homampour

Human Resources

I’m a Lawyer and Entrepreneur Who Went to Prison for 14 Months. Here Are 9 Tips for Hiring a White Collar Criminal Defense Lawyer.

Hiring a defense attorney is a monumental task, and most are monumentally unprepared for the effort.

By Jeff Grant

Thought Leaders

This Is Why It’s Critical to Avoid Employee Misclassifications

Oversights stemming from gray areas can lead to major legal repercussions.

By Farhana Rahman

Thought Leaders

I Made This Simple Mistake and Lost My Entire Business at Its Peak

A neighbor complained about a lively day of business at my brewery, and that was the beginning of the end.

By Nicole Bernard

Building a Business

3 Ways to Protect Your Business Without Hiring a Lawyer

Addressing potential legal issues might seem daunting, but ignoring them could put you out of business.

By Laura Cowan, Esq., CPA

Brick & Mortar

Know Your Rights When It Comes to Commercial Real-Estate Rental, Reap the Rewards

Times are tough for many commercial landlords. Here's how to protect your business if your landlord files for bankruptcy.

By Neil Peretz

Business Legal

The 3 Biggest Legal Issues Facing American Entrepreneurs in 2021

How legislation could affect three modern-and extremely successful-industries: content creation, cryptocurrency, social media.

By Bryce Welker, CPA

Business Legal

Covering All the Bases: How to Set the Legal Framework for Your New Business

It's what ensures that your service or product is protected, that you're not operating illegally, and that you don't lose out if things change among your staff.

By Bryan Janeczko

Business Accounting

5 Strategies for Avoiding PPP Legal Blunders

The federal government has sought to relieve the burden placed upon the economy with the CARES Act, but business owners should keep careful records of how they use relief funds.

By Arkady Bukh

Business Operations & Logistics

7 Lawsuits to Watch Out For Right Now

As businesses re-open, many may be opening their doors to legal troubles. Make sure you've stayed on the right side of the law throughout the crisis.

By Arkady Bukh

Thought Leaders

7 Workplace Injuries That Can Put You Out of Business

Workers' comp is designed to protect employees, so what is there for employers to learn?

By Arkady Bukh

Business News

Court Rules YouTube Does Not Illegally Censor Conservative Content

Circuit Judge Margaret McKeown said that despite YouTube's ubiquity as a platform, it was still a private forum, not a 'state actor' that could be regulated by the First Amendment.

By Adam Smith