By: Melody Lankford
So You Have a New Logo? Make Sure You Own It
You’ve just received a great logo to represent your business. But wait! Before you send the logo out to the world, consider protecting the design. Y ...
By: Melody Lankford
Do Whistleblowers in Florida Have Protection?
Most states, including Florida, have an “at-will” employment policy. This policy means that employers can fire their employees at any time and for ...
By: Melody Lankford
LEASING A FLORIDA COMMERCIAL PROPERTY FOR YOUR BUSINESS (HERE’S WHAT YOU MUST KNOW)
When you rent space for your business, you’ll probably sign a commercial lease, and the success of your business could hinge on the terms of that le ...
By: Melody Lankford
WHAT IS TRADEMARK INFRINGEMENT (AND AM I GUILTY OF IT)?
A trademark is a phrase, a word, a name, or a symbol that distinguishes the services or products of one company from those of another company. If you ...
By: Melody Lankford
IS A NON-DISCLOSURE AGREEMENT IMPORTANT FOR MY FLORIDA SMALL BUSINESS? (WILL IT BE ENFORCEABLE?)
Protecting your company’s IP (intellectual property) can be a daunting legal challenge for small business owners, but an experienced Florida small b ...
By: Melody Lankford
HOW TO DEAL WITH AN UNCOOPERATIVE BUSINESS PARTNER (AND KEEP YOUR BUSINESS THRIVING)
In business, dealing with difficult individuals goes with the territory. Some people are just naturally stubborn. Others seem to be naturally contenti ...
By: Melody Lankford
A Guide To Incorporating A Business In Florida
If you start up a small business in the state of Florida, you will have to decide how the business will be structured. It's an important decision. Eve ...
By: Melody Lankford
Can A Shareholder Be Removed From A Business?
Shareholders do not always work out. When a corporation or a business needs to remove a shareholder, what steps must be taken? Will the shareholders w ...
By: Melody Lankford
Top 10 Tax Deductions That Business Owners Need To Know
Owning a business can be rewarding and deeply satisfying in a number of ways – and especially if your business is prospering. The IRS offers several ...
By: Melody Lankford
Protecting Your Business From These Common Legal Issues
If you own a business – in Florida or any other state – you probably already know that every business owner is a target for lawsuits. The largest ...