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When buying or selling a small business, disclosures and schedules to the purchase agreement play a crucial role in the transaction. Whether structured as an asset purchase or a stock purchase, the details provided in these schedules can significantly impact the...

Starting a new business is an exciting venture, but it comes with important legal, financial, and operational decisions. Entrepreneurs should take time to understand their options and work with professionals to set up their business for success. Below are key...

How Far Back do Trademarks Go? The history of trademarks goes back to ancient times, but it is not really possible to settle on the exact date when the first trademarks appeared. But we do know that in about 5000 BC people were producing pottery with indications of...

Information about usury and why to avoid it is readily available. Despite this, many individuals with money looking to invest for a nice return, find themselves unwittingly violating usury laws. While usury laws are designed to protect borrowers from excessively high...

When it comes time to sell your business in California, one of the most critical decisions you’ll face is whether to structure the transaction as an asset sale or a stock sale. Understanding the differences between these two options can help you make the best choice...

How Recordation Can Help Protect Your Intellectual Property Rights CBP’s e-Recordation Program Allows Trademark and Copyright Owners to Obtain Border Enforcement of Their Intellectual Property Rights Did you know that U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has the...

When structuring a nonprofit or for-profit corporation in California, business leaders must clearly define the roles and hierarchy of executive officers. Among the most critical distinctions is that between the President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO). While these...

Many small business owners are tempted to classify workers as independent contractors rather than employees. They see it as a way to avoid payroll taxes, benefits, overtime pay, and the hassle of tracking hours. However, taking this shortcut can be a costly mistake,...

One of the bigger issues that our clients grapple with is understanding Specimens of Use which must be provided to the Trademark Office for both Actual Use and Intent to Use Applications. As defined: A service mark specimen must show the mark as actually used in the...

Preamble: Some of this blog post was written by an AI application. The fact is that many businesses are leaning more and more on automation. I wrote this post to highlight how AI can help make things more efficient. My prompts to write this blog post using AI were:...