Many companies depend on patents to protect their creations. Making a mistake while filing the patent could be disastrous for their company. However, mistakes do happen. Here are the five most common patent application mistakes to avoid: Waiting too long … Continue reading →
January 4th, 2016 by Stuart Blake | Tags: intellectual property, patent, trademark
Contracts, General, In-house Counsel, Intellectual Property, Risk Management | 123 Comments »
Tipping is embedded in American culture. Not only do people tip restaurant servers, but also coffee baristas, hairdressers, and many other workers in service jobs. Lately the custom has come under scrutiny, with some restaurants doing away with formal tipping … Continue reading →
December 21st, 2015 by Stuart Blake | Tags: employee, employer, general counsel
Employment, General, In-house Counsel, Litigation, Risk Management | 3 Comments »
Employment contracts, similar to consulting contracts, set forth the terms of the relationship between employer and employee. These contracts aren’t always common but there are some situations where they should be used. These contracts should address many aspects such as: … Continue reading →
December 17th, 2015 by Stuart Blake | Tags: attorney, business formation, business laws, contracts, employee, employer, employment contracts, general counsel
Contracts, Employment, In-house Counsel, Outsourced GC | 157 Comments »
Many companies encounter trademark infringement during the course of their lifetime. Whether they are a victim of it, or are the ones infringing, any business should be aware of the basics regarding trademark infringements in case they run into the … Continue reading →
December 9th, 2015 by Stuart Blake | Tags: general counsel, intellectual property, trademark
Fundamentals, General, In-house Counsel, Intellectual Property | 139 Comments »
Sometimes consulting agreements don’t work out the way the company envisioned. It might not have worked out because of poor performance, financial reasons, or another factor. In any event, terminating a consulting contract can get messy if done in the … Continue reading →
November 25th, 2015 by Stuart Blake | Tags: Advising Companies, consulting contracts, contracts
Contracts, Fundamentals, General, In-house Counsel, Litigation, Risk Management, Strategy | 162 Comments »
Starting a business is a major endeavor requiring a lot of patience and paperwork. Without the right forms, the process can turn into a nightmare. So what paperwork does one need to start a business? Articles of Incorporation or Organization … Continue reading →
November 18th, 2015 by Stuart Blake | Tags: Advising Companies, business formation, business laws, general counsel
Fundamentals, General, In-house Counsel | 129 Comments »
When a business has to lay off employees things can get tense and employees become fearful. To eliminate as much fear and panic as possible, follow the labor and employment law protocols laid out in the Worker Adjustment and … Continue reading →
October 26th, 2015 by Stuart Blake | Tags: business laws, employee, employer, general counsel
Employment, Fundamentals, General, In-house Counsel, Litigation, Risk Management | 127 Comments »
Effective corporate governance follows seven important characteristics that make up a code of ethics for a company’s leaders. They promote these characteristics through management of the business and its employees. The seven characteristics that make up good corporate governance are: … Continue reading →
October 7th, 2015 by Stuart Blake | Tags: Advising Companies, Compliance, contracts, employee, employer, general counsel
Attorney - Client Relationship, Compliance, Employment, Fundamentals, General, In-house Counsel, Risk Management | 155 Comments »
Chances are at some point a business might receive a cease and desist letter. Before going into a panic, businesses should be aware of what a cease and desist letter is, what it isn’t, and how to respond appropriately. Cease … Continue reading →
September 21st, 2015 by Stuart Blake | Tags: attorney, business laws, Compliance, general counsel
Attorney - Client Relationship, Compliance, General, In-house Counsel, Intellectual Property, Litigation, Risk Management | 123 Comments »
A purchase and sales agreement relating to a business or company usually deals with selling said entity. Whether on the buying or selling end, knowing what to expect from these agreements is important. A purchase and sales agreement is the … Continue reading →
September 17th, 2015 by Stuart Blake | Tags: attorney, contracts, general counsel, sales
Contracts, Fundamentals, General, In-house Counsel | 168 Comments »