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What Is a Public Benefit Corporation?
By Brett Snider, Esq. | Last updated on
"Public benefit corporations" may sound like charitable organizations, but they're actually a great way for small businesses to make a difference while staying...
What Are the Advantages of an Emerging Growth Company?
By Christopher Coble, Esq. | Last updated on
Back in 2012, Congress passed the Jumpstart Our Business Startups (JOBS) Act, easing the restrictions on crowdfunding for certain private companies. The JOBS...
Ficticious Business Names: 3 Reasons to Register
By Brett Snider, Esq. | Last updated on
Registering your business with a fictitious name may sound like you're going to open your own magical candy factory or even a furniture company that produces...
What Does It Take to Open a Chick-Fil-A Franchise?
By Ephrat Livni, Esq. | Last updated on
Many people dream of owning a business but would prefer not to have to put all the parts together. Franchising is a good option for them because they buy into...
Is It Legal to Ask for Service Dog Papers?
By Lisa M. Schaffer, Esq. | Last updated on
The quick answer is no. According to the ADA, employees at a business "are not allowed to request any documentation" for a service dog. The American Disability...
Can a Small Business Owner File for Unemployment?
By Kellie Pantekoek, Esq. | Last updated on
We hear all the time about unemployment benefits for laid-off workers. But what about employment benefits for business owners? If you owned an unlucky small...
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