Your trademarks define and protect your business. When you have trademarked your business name, slogan, logo, or other intellectual property, it’s up to you to protect your trademark and avoid losing them to other companies. Abandonment is a legal concept that can invalidate a trademark and leave it available for use by other parties. What...
As a successful business owner, one of your goals is to set yourself apart from your competition. However, if your trade secrets have been leaked to competitors or the general public, you could see a significant decrease in business. Understanding Florida’s trade laws puts you in a position to protect your company’s secrets and your...
Nonprofit organizations are a driving force of change, giving you the chance to change the world you live in and help causes that are important to you. If you want to set up a nonprofit organization in Florida, you must follow a specific process and file the proper forms to protect yourself from litigation. Articles...
Many businesses attract clients primarily or exclusively via the Internet. It’s important for any website to maintain an easy-to-find and comprehensive privacy policy, but it is particularly crucial for business websites. Even though the majority of your site’s visitors may never look at it, having one in place can provide you and your visitors with...
Nothing can stifle an up-and-coming company’s growth like expensive and time-consuming lawsuits. Taking common sense steps to avoid lawsuits is often more effective than handling legal issues as they arise. We have outlined five ways to do that. 1. Have Sufficient Insurance Liability insurance is essential for your business. The type of coverage you need...
You’re a business owner—your schedule is packed and your to-do list is always growing, so maybe a legal audit isn’t at the top of your list of priorities. However, putting off a legal audit can seriously impact your business finances, your future growth plans, and your ability to handle preventable legal issues. Learn more about...
Do you believe that your business doesn’t need general legal counsel? Do you think that your business will likely never encounter a legal issue in the course of its operation? If you answered yes to either question, this blog is here to tell you why that misconception is the biggest lie you will tell yourself...
For a business to be considered “compliant,” they have to conform with the rules and regulations set upon their operation and management by federal and state law. Many times, this can be easier said than done because the laws that govern business in the U.S. are vast and varied. As such, with everything else you...