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...
Starting a business in Georgia is exciting. Protecting your company's valuable information is key to success. Consider non-compete agreements as a tool. Georgia law views them differently than other states. This guide gives a basic overview of Georgia's unique stance...
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...
Georgia's tech scene is booming, and young entrepreneurs are at the forefront of innovation. However, with great ideas comes a considerable burden, and protecting your inventions is crucial in this competitive landscape. You can use different ways to safeguard your...
Recent policy shifts under the Trump administration have prompted significant changes in private business employment practices, particularly concerning diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. Of particular note, on January 21, 2025, President Trump signed...