Owning a franchise can be a great business opportunity. However, to truly succeed it is important that one understands everything that goes into franchising. Certain terms used frequently in the world of franchising might seem unfamiliar or even confusing at first, so...
Can I trademark that? Yes, but should you?
If you are asking about a word, a phrase, or a symbol that you’re using prominently on your packaging or on your website to identify your goods or services, then, the answer is yes, you can. Something is a trademark when consumers can use it to recognize your goods...
The Dangers of a Long-Term Lease, Usufruct v. Estate for Years
There are many factors landlords need to consider while drafting a lease under Georgia law. One factor that landlords commonly overlook is the unintended consequence of a long-term lease. This is because Georgia differentiates leases based on their length. In Georgia,...
ARE VACCINE MANDATES LEGAL IN GEORGIA WORKPLACES?
In Brief A question that is often asked lately is whether Georgia employers can legally require employees to receive the COVID-19 vaccine. According to current state and federal case law, the answer is yes. Private, Federal and State Policies Explained In 1905, the...
Be cautious of employee privacy
Privacy in the workplace is a complicated issue. While it is clear that employers have fewer rights to privacy at work than in their personal lives, many employers still struggle to strike the right balance. Violating employee privacy can have negative legal...
Investigating a sexual harassment complaint
When you run a business, you often find yourself having to handle tasks you’ve never encountered before. More than likely, especially if your business in the tech field, you will have to investigate a sexual harassment complaint at some point. Unfortunately, according...
Addressing business disputes in Georgia
Running a business means being prepared for all sorts of eventualities. Although you may have felt you were prepared for any eventuality, you still ended up having to deal with the more unpleasant side of the business world -- disputes. Business disputes can interrupt...
Alleged discrimination at center of business litigation case
There are countless instances of businesses across this country discriminating against employees. However, there are also times when these types of allegations may involve a misunderstanding or even someone who wants to actively harm a company. It is important that...
Mergers, acquisitions take businesses in new directions
You may be like many Georgia business owners who are facing some hard facts about today’s economy. On the other hand, you may be among those who managed to forge ahead despite recent unprecedented events that caused many other businesses to close. No matter your...
Business litigation: Be aware of when employees clock in and out
Time is a precious resource for any company here in Georgia, and it is imperative that savvy business owners account for their employees’ time. Not only does a business need to ensure that the time of its employees is valued, but it also needs to be certain that...
