What Is the Right of First Refusal?
What Is the Right of First Refusal? The right of first refusal is an essential legal safeguard that enables business owners to safeguard their financial and ownership interests. Before the stock is sold to an…
Are LLC Membership Interests “Securities”?
In a recent and unexpected development in government guidelines, securities law can now apply to an ownership interest in an LLC. An ownership stake may occasionally qualify as a security covered by federal and state…
Angel Financing, Venture Capital, or Private Equity?
Collateral serves as insurance for secured creditors’ investments and while it can offer prudent financial security, that is only true if creditors abide by all legal guidelines. This is why it’s wise to hire a…
Class A and Class B Share Structures
Capitalizing on a new company can be a challenging process. The founders may lose control of their intellectual property if too much equity is distributed. On the other hand, if insufficient funding is secured, there’s…
Should Investors Get Board Seats?
Should Investors Get Board Seats? The success or failure of a new startup depends heavily on its board of directors. Therefore, entrepreneurs must be selective about giving board seats to investors. Each board member has…
Avoid 10 Common Crypto Scams
Avoid 10 Common Crypto Scams With cryptocurrency entering the mainstream culture, scams involving cryptocurrencies are becoming more prevalent. The area is a fertile ground for scams because cryptocurrencies are complex and can yield significant gains,…
LLCs or Corporations
LLCs or Corporations Selecting a company entity type will be one of your first considerations as a business owner. California accepts many types of entities, each with its advantages and disadvantages. This is why it’s…
California’s Current Independent Contractor Laws
California’s Current Independent Contractor Laws It’s challenging to keep up with the ever-changing world of employment laws. The regulations in California that govern the classification of independent contractors have undergone a number of revisions in…
Is Your Small Business Safe From Litigation?
Is Your Small Business Safe From Litigation? Many small businesses fail after having to deal with litigation, which can be extremely costly. Larger companies, who have more resources and more protections, are often aware of…