When I introduce myself as an attorney, the first question I usually get is do you do __x__? If __x__ is not something I do, the next question is often how do I find a good lawyer or do you know any good lawyers that do __x__? I always offer to help connect people with […]
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In between the flow of head-shaking news stories over the past few weeks, you may have seen something about Uber’s recent issues in California. A court in the Golden State recently issued a ruling requiring Uber to reclassify it’s drivers as employees (instead of independent contractors). While this has no impact on your small business
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Living with a criminal record can feel like a sentence to life as a second class citizen. But that doesn’t have to be the case. There is a path to expungement for everyone. The key is understanding that path, and putting the pieces in place to get there as soon as possible. This post provides
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When it comes to career choices, there’s nothing more exciting than starting a new business. Whether you’re striking out on your own or teaming up with a group of friends, turning a good idea into a successful business is an amazing feeling. However, before you can secure the bag as the CEO of your own
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Saving Time, Money, and Relationships Through Mediation When a dispute arises, people often turn to courts for a resolution. More often than not, they are disappointed by what they find. Litigation — the process of taking legal action — is a headache. It is expensive, time consuming, and the outcome is rarely satisfying. Furthermore, the
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If you or a loved one has a past criminal conviction, you understand that when you have a record you never truly get a second-chance. No matter how long ago it occurred or how much you have grown since, many people will judge you based solely on your worst mistake. As a result, you lose
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I often get questions from people about protecting intellectual property (IP). I am not an IP attorney. However, I do know the difference between the four types of IP protection. So, I decided to pen a post explaining the basics of intellectual property. First, let me start by defining intellectual property. A piece of intellectual
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Back in March, the coronavirus pandemic brought life to a standstill. As we emerge from the initial shock of having our lives turned upside down, many families are struggling to hold it together. This is particularly true for many residential tenants. Across the country eviction moratoriums are coming to an end, and an estimated 6.7
Limited Liability Corporations, or LLCs, are one of the most popular entities for new businesses. It is not hard to understand why. LLCs combine the liability protection of a corporation with the available tax structure of a partnership. Additionally, they give business owners freedom to setup and manage their company however they like, with few
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It may seem counterintuitive, but now might be the perfect time to start your Pennsylvania small business. In the last few months, we have experienced massive events that will have a lasting impact on our country. It is important to acknowledge that these changes have resulted in tragedy for many. However, I am an optimist.
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