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What is a DBA and Sole Proprietorship? Should You Operate Your Business as One?
When starting a business, it is important to consider the legal structure of your venture. There are numerous options to choose from, but two popular choices are operating as a...
What is a Trade Name and Do I Need one?
Starting and running a business can be a complex endeavor. It’s important to consider whether you need to register a trade name or not, and it’s equally important to ensure...
Start an Ecommerce Business with a DBA
When you start an Ecommerce business, it’s a good idea to give your online storefront a unique name. Thoughtful and effective branding is essential. However, if you are a sole...
Is Mickey Mouse in the Public Domain Now?
The copyright for the animated short film entitled “Steamboat Willie“, published 1928, is set to expire at the end of 2023. This film is the first of nearly 95 years...
10 Essential Items for a Template Contract
When running a business or entering into any kind of agreement with clients, it’s important to have a template contract that can be used as the basis for all negotiations,...
De Facto Partnerships are Dangerous
What is a De Facto Partnership? A de facto partnership, sometimes called an “Ad Hoc Partnership”, is an informal business arrangement between two or more parties. It is a spontaneous...
Privacy for Domain Names: Know the Dangers and Pitfalls
What is Privacy for Domain Names? Privacy for Domain Names is made available with what is called a “privacy screen,” which is a service offered by domain name registrars that...
Domestic Limited Liability: Everything You Need to Know
What is a Domestic Limited Liability Company? Domestic limited liability (also called a “Limited Liability Company” or “LLC”) is a type of business structure in which the owners of the...
OpenAI versus Lawyers
It’s December 2022: we’ve finished evaluating OpenAI, and we’ve come to the conclusion that AI is much further along than we’ve anticipated. When we compare OpenAI versus lawyers, lawyers have...
Should I Dissolve My Company?
Attorney Larry Donahue speaks to the main points one should consider when dissolving their company. Would you like to talk to an attorney today to discuss your business concerns? Sign...
The Differences Between Independent Contractors and Employees.
Understanding the rules can make a big difference to your business! Senior Attorney Ian Alden hosts this informative workshop originally presented at the Annual New Mexico Department of Transportation Conference...
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