Because of drought conditions in the western part of the United States, water conservation efforts are critical for maintaining Arizona's water supply. Commercial and industrial operations utilize about 15% of the water supply in the state. The current water crisis...
As a small business owner, there is a lot you need to get done every day to keep your operations up and running. One of your priorities as a business owner is likely to protect your business from liability by forming contracts with other parties. According to the...
Starting a new business is an exciting and ambitious undertaking, something you may have looked forward to for years. It is easy to get caught up in the buzz of day-to-day operations, but here are five common mistakes to avoid as you launch your new company. 1....
In the digital age, intellectual property protections are a hot-button issue. Information is freely accessible and widely shared online, blurring the lines between what is free to use and what copyright laws protect. Adding to that confusion is the fair use doctrine....
Choosing the right trademark for your business is crucial, and not just because you need a mark to represent your business to the public. A strong trademark is more likely to enjoy legal protection if another party attempts to use a mark identical or similar to yours....
If working for someone else has lost its appeal for you, you might be thinking about buying an existing business. According to Paychex, this can be a better option than starting a new venture, as you already have a good idea about whether or not the business model is...
When you start a new business, one of the documents you need to create with your partner is a buy-sell agreement. A buy-sell agreement outlines what would happen to each business owner’s interest in the operation if someone decided to leave the operation unexpectedly....
Preparing to buy your first home can be both exciting and nerve-wracking, especially since it is an important rite of passage for many people. Having a down payment is an important part of the process. This money can exist within a savings account in order to grow,...
Starting a business is both exciting and challenging, so some entrepreneurs decide to share the responsibility and financial initial outlays with one or more partners. However, business partnership issues are common. Because individuals are fundamentally different in...
A copyright protects work you have created, such as architecture designs, books and computer software. It is essential to understand it differs from other intellectual property because it protects creative works of expression. You get protection from copyright the...