Getting Legal Help

Know when it's time to call in the pros. Get guidance on connecting with an attorney for help with contracts, employment issues, and more.

Finding and using your intangible assets
A company's intangible assets often make up a large part of the overall value of the business. Find out how to identify and value your company's intangible assets, including both intellectual property and goodwill.
November 1, 2023 · 3 min read
Every business needs a succession plan: Here's how to get started
A business succession plan helps ensure that your wishes are followed once you can no longer take care of your enterprise. Follow these steps to make sure you have the best plan possible in place.
November 1, 2023 · 4 min read
Developing and maintaining a healthy fiduciary relationship
A healthy fiduciary relationship requires trust. It's important to understand the situations in which fiduciary duties arise and what they require.
November 1, 2023 · 3 min read
Define your duties with a scope of work
A successful project starts with a clear and detailed scope of work. Read about how to create a scope of work that clarifies the duties and responsibilities of everyone involved.
November 1, 2023 · 3 min read
Know your rights when social media companies change their terms of service
Although most users rarely take the time to read the terms of service for social media platforms such as Facebook, it's important to understand your rights. Here's what you need to know if your favorite platform changes its contract with you.
November 1, 2023 · 4 min read
Navigating your online advertising agreement
Are you contemplating online advertising for your business? If so, you will probably encounter the website host's complex and lengthy online advertising agreement. Be sure you understand it before you agree to it.
November 1, 2023 · 3 min read
What is a force majeure event?
A force majeure clause protects your company from events, such as COVID-19, that may make it impossible to fulfill your contract. Get the details on how to use these clauses.
October 31, 2023 · 3 min read
What happens if I don't file a Statement of Information in California?
California requires the filing of an annual report or Statement of Information
October 31, 2023 · 3 min read
Tips for preventing small business lawsuits
If you own a small business, you're probably more worried about cash flow and making the next sale than a possible lawsuit. But small businesses can and do get sued.
October 31, 2023 · 3 min read
Understanding your affidavit of service
Affidavits of service are common legal documents used during lawsuits. Find out more about what these documents contain and what you need to do next if you receive one.
October 31, 2023 · 4 min read