Avoiding the “Deacon Blues”: The Need for Regular Review of Buy-Sell Agreements
BY: MONTE SCHATZ Your everlasting summer You can see it fading fast So you grab a piece of something That you think is gonna’ last You wouldn’t even know a diamond If you held it in your hand The things you think are precious I can’t understand “Reelin In The Years” by Steely Dan ©1972 Donald Fagen and Walter Becker forged a lifelong friendship when they first met at Bard College...Read More
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Contracts for the International Sale of Goods
You have been purchasing widgets from Widget Supply Company for years without any problems. Unfortunately, a dispute arises between you and the supplier so you contact Vandenack Weaver LLC to help resolve the dispute. If the dispute is between two parties that each have a place of business in the United States, we would turn to Article 2 of the Uniform Commercial Code (also known as the UCC)...Read More
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Business Fraud and Theft Protection
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New Medicare Tax Applies in 2013
New_Medicare_Tax_Applies_in_2013._Strategies_for_Minimizing_the_Cost_00261472 metroMAGAZINE, January 2013 Read More
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Changes to the Law Governing Your Nebraska Limited Liability Are Going Into Effect in 2013
On January 1, 2013, various changes go into effect for limited liability companies formed in Nebraska. Depending upon when you formed your limited liability company, this new law may significantly impact the legal relationships and risks of your company. While the new law includes numerous changes, the following is a list of certain key changes that you should be aware of: 1. Fiduciary Duties....Read More
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Why Use a Trademark
Trademarks (including service marks) are words, phrases, symbols, or designs that identify and distinguish goods and services. An effective trademark can be a powerful tool for a business owner. It enables the business owner to protect her business’s valuable intellectual property from competitors. It can also be a source of added value for the business in the event of expansion or sale....Read More
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Starting A New Business: First Steps
BY MARK A. WILLIAMS This is the second in a series of articles addressing issues confronted by entrepreneurs starting a new business. This article will focus on what steps to take once you know what type of business you want to start. You know your business, but now you are confronted with many decisions that will determine whether your business is a success or failure. The following are just...Read More
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Starting A New Business: Should I Buy A Franchise?
BY MARK A. WILLIAMS This is the first in a series of articles addressing strategies for entrepreneurs starting a new business. This article will focus on a type of “pre-made business” known as a franchise. when you purchase a franchise, you buy a mentor, a business system and a business partner. The franchisor provides you with a pre-built business. If you are looking for creative...Read More
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