Mergers and acquisitions are an essential opportunity for many business owners. They can be great for employees but can also be devastating for some. Most employees know that talk of a takeover or merger could affect their job security. So, as soon as you start...
If someone claims you have infringed on their trademark, you need to examine several things. Firstly, you’ll need to understand whether the complaining party actually had the trademark and whether they had legally protected it. Just because someone once designed a...
While every business is different, there are certain things that all company owners and managers can do that will allow them to protect the interests of their operations. One of these things is drafting contracts for their employees. Employment contracts are legally...
The cybersecurity landscape is in constant flux. There are threats that range from ransomware, which can lock up your data, to tricky phishing scams that usually target employees. Given the gravity of these threats, it becomes even more important to fortify your...
If you are going into business with someone, you need to formally document this relationship. This applies whether they are a relative stranger, a close friend or a spouse. It can prevent problems that lead to the demise of your relationship and also protect your...
As a business owner looking to employ others, one of your first tasks should be to create an employee handbook. While it might seem unnecessary when the company is only just starting, it can help set the tone for those who will join you. It helps ensure clarity about...
(Nothing yet, but we think we’re on to something.) Ken’s Mojo Dojo Casa House is redundancy in its sublime form, a landmark human achievement. It also embodies a concept in recent USPTO rulings involving the registrability of trademarks that include multiple...
Work-for-hire is a vital concept for freelancers to grasp. It determines who owns the rights to a creative project. In essence, when you create content or art for a client under a work-for-hire agreement, you are surrendering your copyright to them. This means they...
Starting a new business is a process that can be both incredibly challenging and immensely rewarding. In addition to the planning and execution of starting a new business, you will also have important legal and financial matters to consider during this time as well....
A company’s human resources (HR) department takes a much more crucial role in the organization than engaging in the hiring process. Aside from recruitment, it is also in charge of working through strategies to provide a safe working environment for its employees. This...