Debt can be successful tool in growing and starting your business. It can also cause significant problems for both founders and the venture.
Read MoreAlthough companies can take a number of precautions to limit their risks in international transactions, the primary legal tool for such purposes is the sales contract.
Read MoreThe non-disclosure agreement (NDA) protects information that is shared by requiring the person receiving the information to keep it confidential.
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Read MoreEach year, a larger percentage of business is conducted over the web, and today’s online companies face a multitude of legal issues related to their online presence, and as they conduct business over the Internet. Unique and novel issues have given rise to the emerging legal field of eCommerce and Internet Business law.
Read MoreA trademark assignment is a document used to transfer rights in a trademark (i.e. logo, name, or symbol) to new owner, a creditor, or even as part of settlement of some other contractual negotiation. An assignment can either carry all the rights associated with a trademark or may be limited in some form or another.
Read MoreOfficially filing for trademark protection with either an individual state agency or with the United States Patent and Trademark Office will help legitimize your claim to use of a trademark.
Read MoreIn this article, we discuss the final actions leading up to the closing of the Knowledge-Based Enterprise (“KBE”) sale transaction, what happens at closing, and post-closing matters. The final article, of an 8-part series, covering the key elements involved in the sale of IP-based and professional services businesses.
Read MoreWhile the core of eCommerce and Internet business law involves a blending of traditional legal practices, the combination of various legal issues, as well as the unique challenges presented by the global reach of the Internet, make eCommerce and Internet business law its own legal sub-specialty.
Read MoreThis article provides an overview of the Purchase Agreement, a definitive agreement governing all aspects of the transaction, once a Knowledge-Based Enterprise (“KBE”) seller and a prospective buyer have agreed on the key elements of a transaction. Part 7 of an 8-part series covering the key elements involved in the sale of IP-based and professional services businesses.
Read MoreThis article provides an overview of the due diligence process in transferring intangible property and describes the key elements, as well as discuss areas of special concern for Knowledge-Based Enterprises (KBEs). It is part 6 of an 8-part series covering the key elements involved in the sale of IP-based and professional services businesses.
Read MoreThis article discusses some of the legal issues, documents and strategies involved in negotiations for the sale of a Knowledge-Based Enterprise (KBE). It is part 5 of a 12-part series covering the key elements involved in the sale of IP-based and professional services businesses.
Read MoreThe article discusses different ways Knowledge-Based Enterprises (KBE’s) find potential buyers. This article is part 4 of a 12-part series covering the key elements involved in the sale of IP-based and professional services businesses.
Read MoreThe article discusses what a business pre-sale review is, the reasons a pre-sale review is important, and several common areas that Knowledge-Based Enterprises (KBEs) should address as part of their pre-sale review. This article is part 3 of a 12-part series covering the key elements involved in the sale of IP-based and professional services businesses.
Read MoreThis article provides a reasonably accurate overview of a deal flow for many transactions involving the sale of IP-based companies, professional services businesses, and other Knowledge-Based Enterprise (“KBE”). The article is part 2 of a 12-part series covering the key elements involved in the sale of IP-based and professional services businesses.
Read MoreTransactions involving knowledge-based businesses have additional nuances that must be addressed, to ensure both parties benefit from the transaction. This article discusses some of the special issues presented in these types of deals, involving transferring intangible assets.
Read MoreBecause there are a number of legal entities to choose from, businesses must evaluate several factors before determining which form of business they will choose.
Read MoreFor online business owners, obtaining a great domain name is essential. Learn about domain name acquisition, trademarks and strategy.
Read MoreIntellectual property lawyers have a wide variety of expertise to draw from when it comes to giving legal advice, and the general public often does not understand the full scope of issues that intellectual property lawyers handle.
Read MoreWith the rise of technology, intellectual property theft has become more rampant and widespread. Registering your IP may entitle you to more damages should it be infringed upon, and such protection gives presumptive nationwide notice to others.
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