Venture capital is the high-risk investment needed to start a business, and venture capitalists, such as angel investors, are investors who are willing to take these risks in order to receive high returns. The Wall Street Journal points out a flaw in relying on “angel investors” by noting that only 2% of startup companies who … Read more
Venture Capital to Start a Business
Posted on January 24, 2013 byTags: Business Law in Florida
Business Checkup: A Legal Business Audit
Posted on December 27, 2012 byIt is necessary for businesses to conduct a legal business audit periodically in order to determine any existing legal problems. An audit should be done by an attorney so that attorney-client privilege applies and the results of the audit cannot be used against the company in legal proceedings. A legal business audit will review the … Read more
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Florida Registered Agent
Posted on November 20, 2012 byAll companies in Florida, whether they be corporations, LLCs, Limited Partnerships, etc., are required by law to designate and maintain a registered agent. Failing to do so can result in civil sanctions such as fines or loss of incorporation. A registered agent acts as the company’s representative for receiving Service of Process of important documents, … Read more
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E-commerce and Virtual Storefronts
Posted on November 16, 2012 byE-commerce is the term for any business or commercial transaction that takes place across the internet. There are different categories of e-commerce, which include “virtual storefronts” (like amazon.com); the gathering and exchange of demographic data; data exchange, such as email, between businesses for the use of reaching perspective clients and establishing customers; and buying and … Read more
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Do you need a contract?
Posted on September 23, 2011 byWhether you are entering into an agreement with a private party to buy or sell a vehicle, creating an employment contract with a contractor or subcontractor, a contract for the maintenance for your boat, or any number of things, it is wise to have a written contract. While any person can legally write a contract … Read more
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