Many entrepreneurs decide to own a franchise because they believe that it is a pathway to success. But like other business decisions, franchising has advantages and disadvantages that must be considered in seeking and granting a franchise Franchise defined A franchise...
Many employers utilize noncompete agreements to protect their business interests in competitive industries. These can be very effective tools to foster competition in the marketplace, but they must hang in a balance with the right of professionals to work. States have...
When dealing with sensitive issues, many look for a legal way to keep others from talking openly about certain topics. Non-disclosure agreements are contracts that provide the safety you need for any private piece of information. Usage People use NDAs in most business...
Whether an inventor, entrepreneur or simply lucky, when you discover something new, you may want to ensure you reap the rewards. Without the appropriate protections, however, others may copy, steal or otherwise devise ways to benefit from your hard work. Patents...
When a company secures a contract with another business in Tampa, the hope typically is that such an agreement will remain in place for a good deal of time. Yet most might assume that contracts like these have an expected shelf life of no more than a few years. Yet...
For small business owners, there are many challenges that come up. If you recently launched a company or run a family-owned business, we know the various pressures that you are likely working through. For example, issues involving staff members, sales and business...
There are numerous reasons for business conflicts, and they can occur in small companies or large corporations. Just as there are different reasons for disputes, there are varying ways to resolve them. Depending on the situation, the conflicting parties may choose to...
It is important to know how non-compete agreements work whether you are an employer or an employee. Many employers require employees to sign a non-competition agreement upon hiring. The idea behind a non-competition agreement is that it protects the employer in the...
As someone who owns a business, you might consider registering a trademark with the federal government. You might even have a specific mark in mind, a descriptive mark that describes an aspect of the good or service you offer. However, choosing a descriptive trademark...
If you want to start a business in Florida, one of the first steps is figuring out how to structure it. There are numerous business entity options in Florida, and each one has unique advantages and requirements. The type of entity you choose may depend on whether you...
