The FTC’s Non-Compete Ban: What It Means For Small Business

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The FTC’s Non-Compete Ban: What It Means For Small Business

The Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) recent decision to ban non-compete agreements marks a significant shift in how labor markets will operate across the United States. This rule, passed by a narrow 3-2 vote on April 23, 2024, prohibits the use of non-compete clauses nationwide but allows some leeway for senior executives. As a small business […]

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The Dark Side of the Internet: Protect Yourself From Online Scams and Digital Attacks

In the digital age, online scams and cyber attacks are becoming more frequent, posing risks to not only everyday users but also to lawyers who manage clients’ sensitive information. But there’s no need to fear if you take measures to keep your data safe. And if (when?) you’re working with a lawyer, you should also

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Improve Your Financial Fitness and Grow Your Business With Confidence

Embarking on the entrepreneurial journey is akin to setting out on an uncharted adventure. It’s filled with unknowns, challenges, and the occasional surprise twist. While physical fitness often gets the spotlight with its glossy gym selfies and trendy workout regimes, there’s a quieter, more calculated player in the game of success: financial fitness. We aren’t

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PARENTS, STEP-PARENTS AND CHILDREN, OH MY! BLENDED FAMILIES + DEATH = A POTENTIAL NIGHTMARE

Anyone who’s seen an episode of “Modern Family” knows that families these days come in many different shapes and sizes. Long gone are the days when a “family” was defined as a mother, father and two children (or was it 2.5 children? Where does the .5 come from anyway?). In this article, we’ll focus on

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Legal Considerations for Family-Based Business Immigration Visas

Can You Use Your Family Business to Help Loved Ones Get Immigration Visas? From family-based immigration to naturalization processes, immigration in the United States is complex and time-consuming. It can take years for someone to acquire a visa via certain processes, and it’s not uncommon for individuals to look for ways to expedite these processes.

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Understanding Intellectual Property Protection for Businesses in Southern California

How Can You Best Protect Your IP Rights? When you’re starting or managing a company, there are many business law matters to consider. From choosing the correct business formation to implementing contract processes that best protect your interests, it can be challenging to manage these legal matters without experienced help. That’s especially true when it

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April Fools! How DIY Wills and Trusts Offer a False Sense of Security … and May Leave Your Family With an Expensive Mess

If you’ve been traveling around the sun for a while, you’ve no doubt heard of a Will, a document that says what happens to your money and belongings after you die. You may even have a Will, or know you should get one. And maybe you’ve heard of a Trust and wondered what it is

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