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Virtually all companies utilize at least one form of intellectual property to secure a foothold in the marketplace. From a company’s name to its logos, its product designs to its trade secrets, intellectual property is often the key to developing a brand and setting...
As an independent and driven entrepreneur, you got your own business off the ground. Initially, this was a side project that brought you an extra income. However, things really took off and it became a sustainable way for you to make a living. The more your business...
As a business owner, there’s a good chance that you’re going to need to use financing and lines of credit at some point. You may need to take out a business loan just to start the company, or you could take out loans later when you want to expand and help the business...
You’ve been working for other people for many years now. You’ve been loyal and always carried out your job to the highest standards. Nonetheless, you’ve always had an entrepreneurial streak and it’s time to go it alone. As you form your own company it’s important to...
You started your business on your own and have taken it to the next level. Now, it’s time to start thinking about bringing new talent into the fold. You’re on the hunt for a new business partner who can add an extra layer to the company. What sort of things should you...
Whether you are a growing business or an established household name, you want to protect what is yours. At the same time, you also want to make sure that you don’t inadvertently infringe on the rights of anyone else. Intellectual property is vital in the commercial...
When you are ready to start a business, you must make many critical decisions. The choices you make early in your business formation efforts can impact the success of your endeavor on a long-term basis. One of the earliest decisions you make involves choosing a...
Contracts are at the heart of most business relationships. Therefore, it is important to know what makes a contract valid. A valid contract will generally contain several elements. Understanding the different elements of a valid contract could help business owners...
In the modern business world, information is power -- and your intellectual property (IP) is the key to your company’s success. The standard trifecta when it comes to protecting your intellectual property has long been the same: Patents, copyrights and trademarks....
Starting a small business is the first step toward making your entrepreneurial dreams come true, but you need to make sure you do it right. There are different options to choose from in terms of business structures and entities, and you’ll want to be sure that you...