Posts Categorized: Business Law Attorney

Small businesses are the backbone of Ohio’s economy. According to the Small Business Administration (SBA), there are nearly 950,000 small businesses in our state. Last year, Ohio’s small businesses created nearly 70,000 new jobs. Owning and operating a company brings more than its fair share of challenges. As a small business owner, one of the… Read more »

Many companies rely on services provided by independent contractors. According to comprehensive data published by the United States Department of Labor (DOL), approximately 10 percent of the American workforce is currently made up of individuals classified as independent contractors. If your company works with independent contractors, you may want to put a written agreement in… Read more »

Startups are a good way to capitalize on your investment, but you must tread carefully when it comes to conveniently funding your startup. Funding for new startups flows more freely than ever, but at the same time – the multitude of startup ventures keeps the market in a stable competition for growth and market share…. Read more »

When you are in a business, several agreements and contracts shape how you operate. These contracts and agreements define relationships with your employees, third-party suppliers and other stakeholders. One such contract is a non-compete agreement, a commonly used contract that prohibits employees and other stakeholders from joining rival firms or starting a business venture similar… Read more »

Background checks are an integral part of the hiring process which allows employers to verify that the information provided by their potential employees is correct and enables them to learn about their credit and criminal records. Here are some important points that an employer should keep in their mind. Consent for Background Check United States… Read more »

Business law is an important part of the commercial legal body, which provides direction on how to run commercial activities, especially those pertaining to the governing of businesses. If you own a business, it is important to know about the important details of the business law. This enables you to employ the ideal corporate practices,… Read more »

Operating a business requires maintaining pristine relationships with stakeholders, and is as important as selling your products and services to profit. Interactions with everyone, from vendors and customers to employees, contribute to your business’s success. However, there are situations that give rise to different types of disputes. While both parties may come up with a… Read more »

Entrepreneurs and business owners enter a partnership because of the convenience and benefits it offers in running the business. When you form a partnership, you and your partner(s) owe several types of fiduciary duties to each other, ensuring honesty and good faith in transacting partnership business. This establishes a legal and ethical relationship between you… Read more »

Deciding the type of business you want to run and developing a strategy plan is just the first step of the process. While you have to think of ways about how to survive the competition and establish your name in the market, you need to account for various important legal aspects that can significantly affect… Read more »