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