Small and medium-sized companies are far more than mere participants in the Pennsylvania commercial landscape. Indeed, business enterprises with that denoted scope of operations are the economic lifeblood of local economies at both the state and national level....
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Preventing Legal Issues Before They Arise In Your Small Business
When starting a small business, it might seem like there are thousands of factors you need to consider. Getting investors, applying for trademarks and hiring employees are all important parts of a business, but taking steps to protect your company from legal issues...
The benefits of establishing a succession plan
After building your own business from the ground up, it isn't easy to imagine anyone else running it without you. However, succession planning, or the process of establishing who will take over a business when the owner can no longer run it, is essential for ensuring...
Is your small business prepared for the challenges of a lawsuit?
For many large companies, litigation is simply part of the cost of running a business. However, small business owners may not have given much, if any, thought to what may happen if they find themselves targeted by a lawsuit. The fact is small business owners must also...
What type of formation is right for my business?
Starting a business is more than just finally making your dreams a reality. It requires many critical factors – some of which you may have not even thought about yet. One such factor is determining how you want to set up your business. Business formations are crucial...
Approaching divorce when your spouse is your business partner
Your divorce may be especially challenging if your spouse is your business partner. While you two may have built and managed a successful venture together, sharing duties could be difficult going forward. Yet, the prospect of dividing your business is likely daunting,...
What should you look for in a business partner?
While bringing a partner into a business can open the door to new opportunities and new business contacts, the success of a partnership often depends on finding the right partner. What should you look for in a business partner? Do you believe that you can work well...
Start your business partnership with a plan to end it well
When you meet someone who has similar values and ideas to your own and who has complementary assets, the idea of going into business together can be an exciting prospect. Whether they have industry connections that can help you get a business off the ground,...
Financial tips for budding entrepreneurs
If you have a business idea that you believe could drive innovation forward and lead to a highly profitable business, it's likely that you are considering creating a start-up. Many people dream of launching a start-up but hesitate because of the inherent risks...
Ways to protect yourself if you start a business with your spouse
Getting married to someone whom you respect is invaluable. When you enjoy someone else's company enough that you could reasonably see spending your workday with them, too -- and when you trust their intellect or work ethic to help you get a business off the ground --...