Posts Tagged ‘law’
Small business Congress-watch: Two Reasons to Call Your Representative!
Mike | January 14th, 2013On occasion we take a look at recent legislation coming out of our Federal government in Washington. While the news is often discouraging and the activities of our politicians typically frustrating, there are those times when truly great ideas are put forth and, every so often, these idea become actual laws. Hard to believe, but it is [...]
Small business Congress-watch: Three Reasons to Vote Next November?
Mike | April 23rd, 2012A few times a year I take a browse through current legislation that has been introduced in our Congress. The idea is to stay current on what the folks in Washington are doing for small businesses and startups and to briefly analyze some of those priorities and efforts. As business owners and operators who live [...]
Small business Congress-watch: new laws and your company
Mike | May 23rd, 2011Periodically I check in on the good people in our nation’s capital to see what they are up to and what they have been doing lately for (to?) us and our businesses. Our Congress has the ability to impact what we do every day and how we do it. The profitability of our companies, the [...]
The Law on Fonts and Typefaces: Frequently Asked Questions
Ross | March 23rd, 2011The right typeface is often the key to a great logo, graphic or web design. But there’s much confusion and misinformation about typefaces, fonts and the law. Many people do not understand the law governing the use of typefaces and fonts. Others incorrectly assume that they can freely use any typeface or font for any [...]
Small business and startup issues: paperwork galore
Mike | November 29th, 2010Last year’s healthcare bill, love it or hate it, contained a provision that slipped in under the radar, but that will have a substantial impact on small businesses and startups. The bill contains two important changes to how 1099s have been used historically. First, 1099s will now have to be issued for goods as well [...]
Small Business Legal Issues: Copyright Basics
Ross | October 26th, 2009Prior to crowdSPRING, I was a lawyer for 13 years – focusing on complex commercial and intellectual property litigation. This is the first in what will be a regular feature in our blog discussing important legal issues that impact every small business. What is Copyright? Copyright is a form of legal protection provided to those [...]
10 Legal Mistakes That Can Destroy Your Small Business And How To Avoid Them
Ross | September 14th, 2009Prior to co-founding crowdSPRING, I spent 13 years practicing law (representing small, medium and Fortune 500 clients around the world). Along the way, I advised many small businesses and startups. Entrepreneurs and small businesses often ask me about legal problems facing most small businesses and startups and for tips on how to avoid those problems. [...]
