If your business is part of a larger brand, or if you regularly create your own original marketing materials, you may be searching for a way to protect your business assets from intellectual property (IP) theft. In today’s digital environment, dealing with IP theft can mean more than unfair competition—stolen IP has the potential to
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Although non-compete agreements are viewed unfavorably under North Carolina law, they continue to remain popular among businesses that have trade secrets, key clients, or other business interests they fiercely want to protect. Below, we discuss more about non-compete agreements, when they may be used, and what elements are necessary for a non-compete agreement to be
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When starting a new business entity in North Carolina, there are several requirements you’ll need to follow, and some may be tricky to navigate. In this post we’ll break down the steps you need to take, and get you on your way to being your own boss. In a previous blog, we discussed why choosing
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A business entity is a legal structure formed under state law to offer a product or service. The type of business structure you use dictates how taxes are paid and the relationship between the owners of the business. When beginning a new business in North Carolina, choosing a legal structure is one of the first
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We’re big fans of entrepreneurs, and with thousands of franchisers in roughly 300 business categories looking to expand their footprint, there’s no shortage of opportunities for business success. To launch your franchise, it’s vital that you have a skilled franchise lawyer guiding you throughout the process. In this issue, the North Carolina franchise lawyers with
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An experienced franchise lawyer will regularly represent both franchisors and potential franchisees in drafting and reviewing agreements that set clients up for success. If you’re considering franchising your business, you know it’s a large and complex undertaking governed by both federal and state law. On the other hand, if you’re looking to buy into an
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Positioning your business for success often involves proper internal corporate governance and operation. Corporate officers, owners, boards of directors, and shareholders often need strategic representation and advice to ensure best practices and legal compliance. In an increasingly complex regulatory environment, making sure that your company stays compliant with all internal rules and regulations is important.
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For homeowners, building a new home or remodeling an old home is an exciting time. Likewise, for general contractors and subcontractors, starting work on a new project brings revenue and, hopefully, additional work through referrals and word of mouth. But every contraction project should be built upon the initial foundation of a construction contract. A
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Buying or selling a business is a complex process. If you spent time, money, and effort growing your business and you’re considering selling it to a qualified buyer—or if you’re considering the purchase of a business—you should hire an experienced attorney to advise you through all phases of the sale. Here are three reasons you
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When starting your new business, the most important initial decision you can make is to hire an experienced lawyer who will give you the guidance needed to keep your business out of legal hot water. The structure of your company has an impact on your tax exposure, business succession plan, and legal liability exposure. Choosing
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