Business Law

Learn the basics on how to make sure your business meets all legal requirements. Get guidance on contracts, business licenses, and more.

What Makes a Contract Unconscionable?
An unconscionable contract—that is, one with unfair terms—can spell trouble ahead for a small-business owner. Read more to learn some of the signs that a contract might be unconscionable.
July 29, 2024 · 6 min read
Employee vs. Independent Contractor: Differences You Need to Know
What does it mean to be an independent contractor and how is that status different from being a full employee?
July 29, 2024 · 4 min read
What Is an Independent Contractor?
Independent contractors are self-employed specialists. This comes with a number of advantages and disadvantages for them and their clients.
July 22, 2024 · 9 min read
What Is an Irrevocable Contract?
Irrevocable contracts are common in the business world, but they can be difficult to decipher. Learn the significance of this type of agreement, as well as about basic contracts, option contracts, releases, and waivers.
July 18, 2024 · 4 min read
What You Need to Know About Hiring Independent Contractors
Using independent contractors can help minimize employee-related costs, such as payroll taxes, benefits, overtime, and workers' comp premiums. While it may be tempting to classify some of your employees as independent contractors, with the growing risk of penalties, you'll want to make sure your business is doing it right.
June 12, 2024 · 4 min read
3 tips for setting vacation policies
Everyone wants to know their employer's vacation policies and rules for paid time off (PTO). Both are forms of compensation, so when you change them, employees will notice. Unfortunately, so will the law if you're not doing it right. Here are some tips to get started. Consider Your Goal
June 11, 2024 · 2 min read
What the FTC Non-Compete Ban Means for Your Business
The FTC's sweeping ban on non-competes changes the rules for employers and employees alike. Here's what you need to know.
May 3, 2024 · 6 min read
Protecting your corporate name
Could the name of your new business cause you to lose money? Keep your corporate name unregistered and it just might.
April 19, 2024 · 3 min read
Do Small Businesses Need NDAs?
In the course of doing business, it's inevitable that you'll have to share this confidential information with employees, colleagues, investors, etc. A little preparation now may save a legal headache—and a potential loss of business—later.
April 19, 2024 · 3 min read
What small businesses need to know about holiday pay
Employees expect to have at least some paid holidays to look forward to, even though there are no federal holiday laws that say you have to give employees the day off for federal or state holidays. Learn how to deal with holiday pay.
April 4, 2024 · 4 min read