Many people over 50 who have retired (either voluntarily or involuntarily) aren't ready to stop working just yet. They feel like they've still got plenty to contribute. However, they want to do it on their terms and put their time and energy toward something they're...
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What should you look for in a business partner?
Choosing the right business partner can be every bit as crucial in some ways as finding the right spouse. After all, both are people with whom you'll forge a legal bond that you hope will last a long time. You'll go through ups and downs with a business partner, just...
Effective ways to help prevent contract disputes
When it comes to protecting your small business and livelihood, prevention can go a long way. Anticipating the types of problems that can potentially arise and figuring out how to address them ahead of time can save you substantial time and stress, and one way you can...
Understanding ‘right of first refusal’
If you have a contract with someone who has "right of first refusal," it's essential to understand what your obligations are to them. It means that they have the right to enter a particular transaction before anyone else is offered that right. Individuals and entities...
Business formation types that limit personal liability
When you want to open your own business in Florida, you will need to figure out what type of business structure you want to create before doing so. Different business structures offer different benefits and drawbacks, so you need to consider many things before...
What do you need to know to work between states?
Sometimes, the people you want to work with in business aren't all in the same state. As a result, you might be held to different standards or face different laws that your business has to follow. If you want to work with someone who is out of state, the first thing...
3 legal mistakes to avoid when starting a business
Starting a business is an exciting experience. There is nothing quite like the feeling of purpose, determination and fulfillment of entrepreneurship. However, there is plenty of room for legal issues to arise during the startup phase of your company. You should not...
What happens when the term of a commercial tenancy expires?
If you own a consulting business in Naples located in a small commercial building where you are one of four or more tenants, you are not alone. It is not uncommon for such business to have a quarter-to-quarter lease. When this lease expires, if you have not vacated...
How to prepare your employees for a merger
Running a business is never easy. There's so much to do on a daily basis that it can be overwhelming. One of the most challenging aspects of running a business is when a merger with another company occurs. Following are some tips to prepare your employees for a merger...
Are handshakes binding agreements?
Handshake agreements, also known as "gentlemen's agreements," occur when two or more parties come to an understanding and each agrees to provide the other with a service. There is no paperwork. Instead, both parties merely shake on it and hope the other party will...