Legal

What Kind of Legal Form Does My Business Need?

What Is a Limited Liability Company?

The Pros and Cons of a Sole Proprietorship

Should I Enter into a Partnership Agreement?

Should I Incorporate or Form an LLC?

LLC vs. Corporation: Fundraising Issues to Consider

LLC vs. Corporation: Ownership Restrictions

LLC vs. Corporation: Setup & Annual Costs

LLC vs. Corporation: Stock Options & Equity Incentives

LLC vs. Corporation: Governance & Accountability

LLC vs. Corporation: Liability Protection

The S Corporation Legal Structure Option

Q&As: Issues about Different Forms of Business Organization

Streetwise Advice: Tips on Legal Structure

Common Legal Mistakes Startups Make

Patents Explained: Pending, Provisional & More

Trademarks and Servicemarks Explained

Understanding the Real Value of Patents for Startups

Copyright Basics for Small Business

Getting Back Small Claims

How Do Patents Work?

Business Contract Basics 101

When and How to Use Non Disclosure Agreements

Q&As: What to Know before Signing a Contract

Streetwise Advice: Savvy Comments On Contracts

How to Keep Your Business Out of Court

Are Home Businesses Legal?

IRS Contractor Guidelines Explained

Keeping Your Hiring Practices Legal

What Is Fair Selling?

Minimum Wage, Overtime & Exempt vs. Nonexempt Laws

Bulletproof Human Resources Policies

Understanding the Family and Medical Leave Act

Equal Opportunity Employment Laws

Why HR Is Critical For Your Business

Creating an Effective Sexual Harrassment Policy

How to Handle Employment References

Do I Need to Provide Workers’ Compensation Insurance?

Streetwise Advice: Tips on Employment Legal Issues

How Performance Reviews Stave off Legal Problems

How to Avoid a Lawsuit When Firing an Employee