Starting a Private Practice: FAQs for Healthcare Providers Opening your own private practice is a major milestone for any healthcare professional. Whether you’re a dentist, physician, nurse practitioner, or licensed therapist, owning your practice allows greater autonomy, flexibility, and the opportunity to shape your care model around your values. But launching a practice also means […]
Who Should Be My LLC’s Registered Agent? It’s one of the most overlooked decisions in the business formation process — and one of the most important. Your registered agent isn’t just a formality; they’re the legal point of contact between your business and the state, responsible for receiving official documents, government notices, and even service […]
How Do I Run a Free USPTO Trademark Conflict Search? Navigating the complexities of trademark law can feel daunting, especially for small business owners and entrepreneurs trying to protect their brand identities. The key is to take things one step at a time, and conducting a trademark conflict search is an important early step that […]
What Kinds of Things Can I Trademark? If you’re starting a business, launching a brand, or creating a new product, you might wonder what kinds of things you can trademark to protect your brand identity. Trademark law is a powerful tool for safeguarding the unique elements that distinguish your goods or services from competitors. At […]
What is the Difference Between the TM and R Symbols for Trademarks? When you see a business name, logo, or slogan accompanied by a small superscript symbol like ™ or ®, those symbols are telling you something important about the legal status of that mark. For business owners, entrepreneurs, and content creators, understanding the difference […]
Starting a Business With Your Spouse? Here Are Some Things to Consider Starting a business with your spouse can be a rewarding way to turn your shared vision into reality. However, mixing personal and professional relationships also introduces complexities that can affect both your marriage and your business. Establishing clear safeguards upfront helps ensure your […]
Whether you’re preparing to sell your business, attempting to attract an investor, or want to qualify for a higher business loan, you want to do everything you can to add value to your business to put yourself in the best position possible. Secure Your Workers with Employment and Contractor Agreements One of the first things […]
If you are considering bringing in a business partner, there are some steps that you should consider taking to protect yourself and the business as a whole. What to Consider When Adding a New Business Partner You’ve got to be careful when you bring on a new business partner. Another person with authority means added […]
Benjamin Franklin famously said that “An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.” The documents you create and use for your business should be reviewed by an attorney to prevent legal and financial issues later. In this article, Daniel Ross will discuss a couple of reasons why having an attorney review your business […]
Daniel Ross and Associates is here to help Northeast Ohio business owners manage the legal aspects of their company. Whether you have a new or existing business, having proper contracts in place is essential. Our team is here to ensure your contracts represent your business and cover you from potential risk. Business Contract Basics Get […]
