Feb 17, 2025
A Guide to Choosing a Specimen for Your Trademark
So, you’ve decided to register a new trademark, or renew an already registered mark, and now you are stuck trying to pick a specimen to prove to the United States...
small business law
Feb 12, 2025
Evaluating a Nail Salon’s Assets and Liabilities Before Purchase
Purchasing a nail salon can be an exciting venture. However, as with any business acquisition, careful evaluation of the salon’s assets and liabilities is crucial to avoid costly mistakes. Below,...
Feb 10, 2025
Why Shutting Down Your LLC Won’t Necessarily Shield You from Lawsuits
Starting a business with a Limited Liability Company (LLC) structure provides major benefits, such as personal asset protection and limited liability. However, deciding to shut down your LLC doesn’t mean...
Feb 5, 2025
Top Legal Concerns for Manufacturers
Navigating the legal landscape is a challenge for manufacturers, as their operations are subject to an array of complex and evolving regulations. Understanding these legal concerns and addressing them proactively...
Jan 27, 2025
Have You Asked Your Lawyer for a W9? Here’s Why It Matters for Your Taxes
When you think about tax season, do lawyers and W9 forms come to mind? For many small business owners, they should. If your business paid for legal services in 2024,...
Jan 21, 2025
Legal Steps to Register a DBA: How a Lawyer Can Help
Starting a new business is exciting. You get to follow your passions, reach new customers, and build something that makes a lasting impact. However, one aspect of running a business...
Jan 15, 2025
The Costly Consequences of Setting Up Your LLC Incorrectly
Starting a business is an exciting yet challenging venture. You’re chasing a dream, carving out your path, and setting the foundation for what could become a thriving enterprise. One of...
Jan 7, 2025
When Your Real Estate Agent Betrays You: What to Do As A Business Owner
You’re a successful and established business in your community. You want to take your business to the next level by buying the building in which you operate, saving on rent,...
Dec 16, 2024
Top Considerations for Business Owners Going Into 2025
As we approach 2025, the business landscape continues to evolve, bringing with it new challenges and opportunities for small business owners, entrepreneurs, and startups. Staying ahead requires adaptability, strategic thinking,...
Oct 23, 2024
Independent Contractors and Employees: Classification Considerations Under the Fair Labor Standards Act
Misclassification can be expensive for your business. In today’s economy, where many workers desire flexibility through what is commonly called “gig work,” it is critical for employers to know whether...
Oct 10, 2024
L4SB Partners With Score To Help Business Owners Meet Impending Beneficial Ownership Reporting Deadline.
NM Small Businesses and The Corporate Transparency Act. FREE Workshop November 20, 2024 Failure to properly report beneficial ownership information (BIOR) by January 1, 2025 can result in fines ($500/day)...
Sep 18, 2024
Can Relying on a Promise for the Worse Now Lead to Recovery of Damages Later?
What is Detrimental Reliance, What Defense is Detrimental Reliance a Part of, and How Can You Use it? When discussing the legal concept of detrimental reliance, it is helpful to...
