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Tiny Fish & Chip Shop vs. Giant Warner Bros: The Perils of Scooby Snax - http://blog.bonline.com

Posted by bOnline under Legal
From http://blog.bonline.com 4188 days ago
Made Hot by: Squawk Media on October 30, 2012 10:56 pm

A fish and chip shop in Essex has been targeted by Warner Bros, who threatened legal action over the shop's name: Scooby Snax. Did the underdog come out on top or were they forced to retreat with their tail between their legs? Read More

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What Entrepreneurs need to know about the JOBS Act

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From http://www.noobpreneur.com 4214 days ago
Made Hot by: Cathode Ray Dude on October 6, 2012 4:41 am

The JOBS Act can be seen as both a blessing and a curse for entrepreneurs. What you should know about the American Jobs Act? Read More

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LLC vs S Corp vs C Corp vs Not Incorporating at All

Posted by HBCinc under Legal
From http://www.thenewbusinessidea.com 4292 days ago
Made Hot by: Monsieur Eraser on July 25, 2012 6:33 am

Although many small businesses start as sole proprietorships, as they grow and expand, several will revise their business structures to corporations or LLCs.

At first, the process of incorporating may seem expensive and complicated, and maybe not even worth the effort. However, incorporating do Read More

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The Importance of Confidentiality Agreements

Posted by expertbusiness under Legal
From http://www.expertbusinessadvice.com 4297 days ago
Made Hot by: Small Business Bluesman on July 14, 2012 4:52 am

Confidentiality agreements protect your unveiled ideas from hitting the market before you’re ready.In business, one of the main secrets to prosperity is the ability to stay unique in certain things. This is because not many people would want to associate with brands that are common. Read More

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Run a Home-Based Business? – Find the Licenses and Permits You Need

Posted by SBA.gov under Legal
From http://www.sba.gov 4327 days ago
Made Hot by: Marketing_Mashup on June 17, 2012 4:52 am

By Caron Beesley. IF you’re starting a business from home, it’s important not to overlook the fact that your business is still subject to license and permit laws. Here's some information about the general guidelines that apply to home business licensing and permit requirements as well as a link to Read More

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Intellectual Property: Tips on How to Protect Your Business Online

Posted by corpcentre under Legal
From http://blog.corporationcentre.ca 4328 days ago
Made Hot by: Squawk Media on June 17, 2012 4:44 am

Registering a trademark, copyrighting, and applying for a patent can certainly bring peace of mind for those with valuable intellectual property. Here are some tips on how to protect your intellectual property. Read More

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Does Administration Spell the End for Businesses?

Posted by ivanpw under Legal
From http://www.noobpreneur.com 4339 days ago
Made Hot by: Chaos on June 4, 2012 3:23 am

Whilst most failing companies will attempt to implement a debt management plan and agreeing with creditors, others will consider pre pack administration. Read More

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Is Your Data Really Safe In The Cloud? -- Tips from Nicole Black, Legal Technology Expert

Posted by GetApp under Legal
From http://www.getapp.com 4346 days ago
Made Hot by: Squawk Media on June 1, 2012 2:52 am

Tips from Nicole Black, Legal Technology Expert about the world of legal technology and addresses the topic of data safety in the cloud. Read More

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How to Choose a Law Firm for Your Small Business

Posted by corpcentre under Legal
From http://blog.corporationcentre.ca 4354 days ago
Made Hot by: Cathode Ray Dude on May 27, 2012 5:12 am

Developing a working relationship with an attorney who understands your business is vital to your success! Here are some helpful hints to help you pick the right law firm.
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5 Reasons to Be a C Corporation

Posted by SBA.gov under Legal
From http://www.sba.gov 4347 days ago
Made Hot by: bigmoneyweb on May 25, 2012 10:27 am

By Barbara Weltman. The entity choice for starting or operating a business can have a number of implications. It can affect funding, taxes, and more. Here are five compelling reasons why you may want to run your business as a C corporation.
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