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Whether you’re hoping to sell or acquire a business, an entrepreneur hoping to cross the t’s and dot the i’s, or a professional trying to protect yourself and yours, navigating legal issues can be a difficult task. Knowledge is power. We’re looking to arm you.
Merchant Cash Advances & Your Business – Just Say No
If you own a small business, there is a good chance you have been solicited to “borrow” money through a merchant cash advance (“MCA”). To a company facing liquidity issues […]
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Libel, Slander, Cyber Smear, & Defamation – A Nuts & Bolts Primer
Libel – written or published false statement that harms someone’s reputation. Slander is spoken. A guide to nuts and bolts of defamation.
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Trade Secret Misappropriation: Methods for Measuring Damages and Seeking Relief
Trade secret misappropriation is on the rise in the US. How does a business calculate damages in cases of trade secret theft?
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Steps for Protecting Business Sale Confidentiality
A transaction advisor can help you ensure confidentiality when selling your business. Take these steps to avoid a confidentiality breach.
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The Threat of Cybercrime for Small and Midsize Business
Cybercrime is on the rise and smaller businesses are in jeopardy. A cyber liability policy can protect you from the enormous damage costs.
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The Oracle v Google Saga: Copyrightability and Fair Use in Computer Programming
In 2021, the Supreme Court permitted Google’s use of 11,500 lines of Oracle-owned code as fair use and ended a saga in copyright law.
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Good Boys and ‘Bad Boys’ — Borrower Promises and Lender Rights in Carveout Guaranties
A carveout guaranty is a limited recourse loan that protects a borrower’s personal assets in a default, but conditions must still be met.
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What Employers of Foreign National Workers Should Know to Prepare for a USCIS Site Visit
The US increased USCIS site visits to employers of foreign nationals to combat H1-B visa fraud. Here’s how to prepare for a site visit.
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The Attorney Immunity Defense: Ongoing Allen Stanford Ponzi Case Sparks Debate
The Allen Stanford Ponzi case rages on in the Caribbean, putting the attorney immunity doctrine under fire once again.
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Why You Shouldn’t Always Rely On “Market” Terms in Business Transactions
In business transactions, a deal attorney may describe certain contract terms as “market.” What does this mean, and should you agree to them?
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