You have worked hard to build your business and establish your brand identity. The last thing you need is someone else profiting from your good name online. Unfortunately, cybersquatting remains a persistent threat that could damage your reputation and confuse your...
After purchasing and building a successful franchise in Arizona, you are ready for your next venture and want to move on. You might be wondering how to go about selling the business. Since you are the franchisee, there are specific contract obligations outlined by the...
A signed purchase agreement can bring relief after weeks of negotiation. That relief may fade quickly when the buyer walks away after signing. If you are a business owner who has already planned around the sale, the next move often depends on the purchase agreement....
In Arizona, business partners must always uphold their fiduciary duties. You and your partner must put the business’s interests first before your own. But what happens if your associate decides to open a rival concept near yours? This is not only a breach of trust but...
Copyright protection is critical for a company's monetization of original works of art or writing. Whether the business hired professionals to produce a short marketing video or purchased a work of art from an independent creator, copyright protection helps ensure...
A partner exit can put your business at risk even when the split feels civil. You may worry about cash flow, control and long-term stability. In Arizona, default business laws apply when agreements stay silent. However, those rules may not reflect how owners expect an...
Many startups focus heavily on growth, funding and daily operations, leaving deeper asset planning for later. When a business shuts down, that lack of planning shows up in unexpected places. One of the most overlooked areas is intellectual property. Even if a company...
Intellectual property disputes often involve outside parties. A competitor manufacturing knockoff products might infringe on a trademark. Another company might reverse-engineer a patented product and then try to manufacture it without securing a licensing agreement...
A trademark is a design, image or logo that represents a brand’s identity. The use of a trademark on company signage or packaging can guide consumer decisions and help them locate facilities. Businesses typically have the option of registering their trademarks with...
Commercial real estate may be one of the most valuable resources owned by a business. The equity accumulated in the property can be worth hundreds of thousands of dollars or more. In some cases, businesses and commercial property owners may find themselves facing a...