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When employees develop intellectual property (IP) while working for a company, sometimes its ownership can become a complex issue. Determining who holds the rights to employee-created IP depends on several factors, including employment agreements, state laws and...
Employers typically have the right to patent, trademark or copyright anything created by their employees during the course of their work. This is often known as the “shop right” doctrine. The employees responsible for creating products or designs or coming up with...
If you sell products online, Georgia’s version of the INFORM Consumers Act may apply to you. This law targets online fraud and fake goods by requiring sellers to verify their identities on e-commerce platforms. You need to know if your business is subject to these...
Understanding intellectual property is key for protecting your creative works and business assets. Copyright and trademark laws are both crucial parts of this process, but they serve different purposes. If you're in Georgia and wondering how these laws work, it’s...
Legislation recently passed by both the Georgia House and Senate and supported by Gov. Brian Kemp is expected to lessen the number of premises liability and other injury lawsuits faced by businesses throughout the state. The legislation is being praised by the Chamber...
A lender is foreclosing on a 13-story office tower in downtown Atlanta. You may have heard that the property owner planned to turn the 135,000-square-foot building into a 120-unit apartment complex. However, the owner couldn’t pay a $28 million loan, so the lender...
Bilateral and syndicated loans are significant sources of funding for companies. These loans can help you finance acquisitions, accelerate expansion or even keep you afloat during difficult periods. However, the main question is: Which one is right for your...
As an entrepreneur, you've poured so much effort into building your business. Unfortunately, circumstances change, and it becomes necessary to close up shop. If you're thinking about dissolving your business in Georgia, it's crucial to understand the tax...
Many exceptional employees start as promising hires that you train and nurture. It takes time, money and effort to help them grow into their roles and fulfill their potential. But what happens when other companies try to lure away your best people? You risk losing...
Taking your business public can transform your company, offering many benefits to help it grow. In Georgia, businesses have unique opportunities and considerations when going public. Here are some reasons why you might want to consider going public. Raising capital...
