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Empire Business Law
We are your team of experienced, dedicated professionals. We strive to keep you and the company safe from unnecessary risks by offering strategic advice for all business needs at every stage-prepping a startup with our help before going public or selling their enterprise; securing intellectual property rights through litigation support when necessary-and much more!
Is Your Company Infrastructure Right For Your Business?
An experienced business attorney can advise you on the best way to structure your company. Depending on what type of entity is appropriate for its activities, there are different legal documents that may be needed including partnership agreements and shareholder agreements among others; these will depend largely upon whether or not they have been set up as LLCs (Limited Liability Companies).
An article of an organization should also exist alongside any other required paperwork such as initial resolutions - all this could possibly entail just one document! Company by-laws can be a very important tool for any business. They help set out the rules and procedures of operating your company, including policies related to decision making; corporate governance (the structure within which decisions are made); dispute resolution if there is ever an issue that needs solving between two parties involved in some kind of transaction with each other where they might not agree on how things should proceed.
Are Your Business Contracts Protecting Your Interests?
It is important to have a contract in writing that clearly defines the terms and conditions of your business relationship. There are many types, depending on industry or size; some examples include:
Commercial Leases
Leasing is a popular way to fund the operation of your business. Not only does it provide you with flexibility in managing capital expenditure but also saves on monthly payments that would have been made if one was purchasing these items outright. However, before signing any leases make sure they are favorable by asking what type and amount will be paid each month as well an agreement about how long term this contract lasts so there aren't surprises later. Tenants or lessees sometimes assume that leases are standard documents that cannot be changed, but that is not true in many instances, and you may be able to substantially reduce your costs and/or gain more flexibility in your use of the space.
Service/vendor Agreements
Service agreements are crucial to any company that offers services. These documents outline the compensation and timeline for payment, type of work being done by both parties involved in an agreement as well as other provisions such as confidentiality/non-disclosure clauses or warranty repair requirements if something goes wrong with one's product during use. The terms and conditions outline the ancillary stipulations of the parties, such as intellectual property ownership, non-disclosure, non-solicitation, indemnification, choice of law and other provisions used to safeguard the company’s confidential information and address dispute resolution matters.
Licensing Agreements
A licensing agreement is a contract between an owner of rights (“licensor”) and someone who wants permission to use those rights (“licensee”) for certain designated purposes. When licensing intellectual property, the key issues include the scope of rights granted, payment structure, representations and warranties, and indemnification. The attorneys should always be on guard for any hidden dangers when it comes to SaaS agreements. The data security and privacy concerns are only the tip of the iceberg; there are also performance obligations, ownership of intellectual property rights (including software), limitations as well liability issues that need careful consideration before you agree to anything!
Are You Up To Date On Employment Law Issues?
Employment laws are complex, so companies need to be proactive about establishing rules and procedures governing the employment relationship. Employment documents should be prepared by an attorney.
- Employee Handbook. An employee handbook is a document that outlines a company’s policies, permitted and prohibited behavior, and a description of the company’s mission. It outlines the expectations of the employer and communicates the rights and obligations of both the employer and employee.
- Offer Letter and Employment Agreement. An offer letter and employment agreement put in writing the new employee’s job duties, compensation and benefits, and other provisions of employment which help minimize misunderstandings and future problems.
- Separation or Severance Agreement. A separation or severance agreement typically provides a departing employee with a benefit package in exchange for the employee’s waiver of their right to sue the company.
- Non-Compete and Non-Solicitation Agreement. A non-compete agreement provides that an employee will not work for a competitor or start a competitive business for some period of time and within a certain geographic area after employment ceases. A non-solicitation agreement prevents an employee from soliciting customers or suppliers of the former employer.
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