Starting Your Private Practice in Ohio: A Legal Guide for Healthcare Professionals Introduction: Why Legal Planning Is Critical for Your New Practice Starting your own private practice is a major milestone. Whether you’re a physician, nurse practitioner, a dentist, or another type of healthcare professional, launching a practice in Ohio means shifting from a worker […]
How to Respond to a Higbee & Associates Copyright Infringement Letter If you’ve received a copyright infringement demand letter from Higbee & Associates, you’re not alone. This California-based law firm is known for sending mass claims on behalf of photographers, artists, and image licensing companies; and their letters often come with a high-dollar settlement demand, […]
How the Blue Pencil Doctrine Can Save Your Contract If you’re a business owner in Ohio, you likely rely on contracts like non-competes, non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), and non-solicitation clauses to protect your business relationships and intellectual property. But if those clauses are drafted too broadly (or poorly) they may be deemed unenforceable in court. That’s […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 Much Should a Trademark Attorney Cost? When protecting your brand or business identity, engaging a trademark attorney can be one of the smartest investments you make. But how much does a trademark attorney cost? The answer depends on several factors, including the complexity of your trademark application, the services you require, and the attorney’s […]
What is the Difference Between a State and a Federal Trademark? A state trademark will only offer protection in the state in which you register, whereas a federal trademark will protect the mark nationwide, as well as confer some international benefits with treaty countries. If you can secure federal trademark rights, that’s always the best […]
