Small business owners need to make proper use of the trademark symbols (TM, SM and (R)) in order to protect their brands and reputations online. This article discusses when to use which trademark symbols, and why small business owners need to use them at all. Read More
All UK businesses have an obligation to make sure that their company does not have a negative impact on the environment. Doing so can result is serious penalties including fines, prison sentences or even businesses being shut down in extreme cases. Read More
By Caron Beesley. Looking to drum up business with a call campaign? Before you dial, you should be aware of the government’s Do Not Call rules. Most of us probably have a loose interpretation of Do Not Call rules and requirements, assuming that as long as “an existing business relationship” exists Read More
Article highlighting an employee’s statutory rights at work and the key points to a contract of employment. Employment law litigator from UK law firm, outlines the key issues and the pitfalls to look out for in an employment contract. Read More
Are you a contractor bidding on work that requires a surety bond? Do you have questions about what a surety bond is, why you might need one, and how to get one? In this blog, Part 1 in our series on SBA’s Surety Bond Guarantee Program, we’ll go over the basics: how surety bonds work; why your busi Read More
Are you starting a new business? Will you be an independent contractor or will you form an LLC or some other type of corporation? Read More
If you can recognise too many of the following signs then it is likely that your business is probably under pressure, at risk, or it could be insolvent. Read More
After landmark ruling in the federal Court of Canada, CIPO announced yesterday that they will now be accepting trademark applications for sound. This article outlines the decision made by CIPO and the requirements for submitting a sound mark application. Read More
If you're in business with a partner, you need to make plans for the end of that partnership before it happens. Whether it's because of death or disability, moving on to a new business, retirement, or any other reason to leave, a buy-sell agreement will dictate how that decision is made. Read More
For many small business owners considering how to organize their company, becoming a Limited Liability Company (LLC) is a great choice, thanks to the liability protection and pass-through tax status they afford. No matter where your LLC is formed, you’ll need to complete two specific documents. Read More
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