Rights of First Refusal: How to Attract Talent and Level Up Your Contracts In competitive industries, attracting top-tier talent and aligning investor interests often requires more than just a good salary or equity offer. Savvy business owners are increasingly turning to a lesser-known but powerful legal tool to enhance their contracts: the Right of First […]
How To File a U.S. Trademark as a Foreign Business: An FAQ Foreign entrepreneurs and companies often seek to protect their brands in the United States. The good news is that non-U.S. business owners can indeed file for a U.S. trademark, though there are special rules and requirements to be aware of. Below we answer frequently […]
Employee vs. Independent Contractor: Legal Differences, Business Risks, and How to Structure the Role You Actually Want Hiring someone to work for your business isn’t just a question of “who”—it’s also a question of how. Whether you classify a worker as an employee or an independent contractor carries major legal, financial, and operational consequences. And […]
Does Your Privacy Policy Go Far Enough? U.S. and International Laws You Shouldn’t Ignore In a global economy where data flows across borders in milliseconds, privacy compliance isn’t just a legal checkbox, it’s a reputational and operational imperative. For U.S.-based businesses, especially those serving online audiences, knowing how to draft a legally compliant privacy policy […]
AI and Contracts: Why You Need Waiver and Limitation of Liability Provisions for AI Tools If your business develops, licenses, or integrates AI tools (in software, content generation, or automated services, for example) your contracts need to address risk head-on. That starts with clear waiver and limitation of liability provisions specifically tailored for AI-driven uncertainty. […]
How to Recession-Proof Your Business with Smart Legal Strategies Economic downturns don’t send invitations; they arrive unannounced, disrupt your cash flow, and test the resilience of your business model. But while recessions are unpredictable, your business’s response doesn’t have to be. With the right legal strategies in place, you can position your company to absorb […]
Can I Trademark My Business Name and Logo Together? Your business name and logo are often the most recognizable elements of your brand. Naturally, you want to protect them; but should you file a trademark for them together or separately? And what does it mean to trademark both in the same application? In this article, […]
5 Surprising Things You Can Copyright (And 5 You Can’t) When most people think of copyright, they imagine books, movies, music, or artwork. But copyright law is broader—and weirder—than many realize. Some unexpected things can be copyrighted, while others that seem original or artistic can’t. Understanding what’s protectable helps business owners, content creators, and brands […]
What Do I Do If Someone Steals My Content or Brand? In today’s digital marketplace, your content, branding, and creative output are some of your most valuable business assets. But with fast-moving online platforms and easy access to digital tools, it’s easier than ever for others to copy your work—sometimes unknowingly, sometimes deliberately. Whether you’re […]
How Do I Respond To A USPTO Trademark Office Action? When applying for a trademark with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), it’s common to receive an official communication known as an Office Action. Receiving an Office Action means the examining attorney found issues that prevent your application from immediately moving forward to […]
