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Does your new business need to be an LLC or an S-Corp?
The very first step in setting up a legally sound business is deciding what type of entity you are: an LLC or a corporation. There are many similarities between the two terms, but there are some key differences that you need to be aware of. Here’s our breakdown of LLCs vs. corporations.
Is This Person an Employee or an Independent Contractor?
Bringing on a team is an exciting part of starting your own business. It’s great to share your passion with other people — and to be a part of supporting them and their families. But it can be complicated to decide what kind of team member they are.
Early and Strategic Planning is Critical to M&A (Merger & Acquisition) Success
At Parsus Law, our California M&A attorneys support businesses of all sizes and across all industries during every stage of the M&A (Merger & Acquisition) process, with a focus on early & strategic planning
Using Confidentiality Agreements to Protect Your Business
A confidentiality agreement, often called a Non-Disclosure Agreement or NDA, is a legal agreement that protects discussions between parties by specifying what information will be considered confidential and how such information should be used by the recipient.
Key Provisions of Master Services Agreements
If your business provides services to clients or hires service providers on an ongoing basis, a Master Services Agreement (“MSA”) can be a valuable tool for managing your business relationships. In this article, we will outline 7 key provisions that should be included in an MSA to ensure a successful and mutually beneficial business relationship.
What to Look For in a Non-Disclosure Agreement
Non-disclosure agreements (“NDAs”) are important contracts that businesses use to protect their confidential information when sharing it with another party. When both parties are sharing confidential information, a mutual NDA is used.
A mutual NDA outlines the confidential information that will be shared between both parties, the limited purpose for which the information will be used and the terms and conditions under which the information will be shared.
Why Trademarks Are Important for Your Business
Trademarks directly influence consumer purchasing decisions, and the right trademark can help to grow your business (just like the wrong trademark can impede its growth). For these reasons — and many more — it is critical for business owners to understand why trademarks are so important, as well as how to use them to effectively grow their business.
How to Choose the Right Lawyer for Your Business
Choosing the wrong attorney can lead to unnecessary headaches, countless wasted hours, and significant financial loss. In the worst case scenario, poor legal representation can severely harm the health and reputation of your business. Alternatively, working with the right attorney who understands and aligns with your business goals and values can turn legal concerns into opportunities to overcome and learn effective ways to leverage the law for your benefit.
How to Create a Comprehensive M&A Legal Due Diligence Checklist
Although no two M&A transactions are the same, certain aspects of the process are common to most transactions. We have listed some of the key considerations for due diligence in this article to help establish key information about the target business.
7 Questions to Ask an M&A Lawyer
With skilled legal representation, a business owner can ensure fair terms, identify potential problems before they arise, and mitigate legal risk and last-minute crises in the most efficient and economical manner possible. By asking the 7 questions below, you can find an M&A attorney with the skill, experience, and confidence required for a successful merger.
Best Practices for Year-End Business and Corporate Governance Compliance
It’s important to end the year on a good note not just for yourself and your family but also for your business. Handling business compliance matters now allows you to enter a new year ready to run a successful business.
Cross-Border M&A Planning
Every M&A is unique, but certain considerations are common to all mergers and acquisition transactions involving foreign jurisdictions. Below are some key financial, political, and legal factors to consider when implementing a cross-border M&A.
Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act
The PPPFA provides borrowers with more flexibility to obtain full loan forgiveness on PPP loans.
Protecting Your Software Intellectual Property
You would not drive your brand new car without carrying valid car insurance; so why would you spend countless hours designing and developing software algorithms and source code without obtaining the proper protections afforded by intellectual property law?
How to Form an LLC: A Simple Guide for New Business Owners
An LLC is considered to be one of the most flexible and easiestbusiness forms to manage. In this article, we will provide you with asimple step by step guide to form an LLC.
Keeping Your Trademark Alive
If you have a trademark registration, you must file certain maintenance documents to keep the registration alive. Failure to file these documents will result in cancellation of your registration, so mark your calendar.
How to Find a Top Company Attorney
At some point, all businesses will reach a point where they feel like they need legal advice. We’re giving you tips on what to do when you find yourself in that position.
Tips for Hiring an Independent Contractor
What's the difference between an employee and an independent contractor? Are you classifying your independent contractors correctly? We've got some tips and do's and don'ts for using independent contractors.
4 Reasons To Incorporate in Delaware
What makes Delaware so desirable? Here are some of the top reasons why Delaware is the number one choice for many businesses.