There are many people in Tampa who want to start a business. They may have a good idea or have gained enough experience in a certain field to go out on their own. The focus early on is developing a business strategy and maybe most importantly getting clients or...
It takes time and money to create a product, then develop a place in the market for it and generate a following. One of the ways a Florida entrepreneur identifies their product is by copyrighting it and those who want to use their material then have to ask for...
Contracts are established in all different manners and situations in Florida. Whether it is a standard boilerplate transaction between businesses or an individual hiring a professional to complete a job, a contract has terms and conditions with regards to the...
A franchise can be an excellent business opportunity, if handled correctly and the franchise candidate can bolster the brand. But effective franchising, like other relationships, requires that the franchisor and franchisee are a good match. Be selective The wrong...
When deciding to form a business in Florida, there are several options available. The most common business entities are corporations, limited liability companies, partnerships and sole proprietorships. Corporations and LLCs A corporation is an independent entity that...
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...
Business owners may have heard the term fiduciary duty, but may not know how it applies to their business. A fiduciary duty exists when one party has an obligation to act in the best interests of another party. In a business context, a breach of fiduciary duty may...
Most people have seen a copyright symbol on their favorite book, music recording, computer program or photo. Copyrights give the author or creator of the work exclusive rights over his or her original work. Copyright protections and disputes Copyrights can protect a...
Businesses invest time and resources into their employees and products. A non-compete agreement is one method to protect this investment. These are contracts that prevent employees from taking part in markets or professions that may directly complete with their...
A trademark protects brand names and logos used on goods and services. There is helpful information available about the trademark application process through the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). The first step is to select a trademark. A trademark...
