Overview Copyright Law protects original works of authorship fixed in a tangible form including but not limited to images, videos, articles, and content on websites e.g., this blog post is also protected under copyright law (so don’t get any ideas…). Technology has made it easier to copy, share, save, sell, and replicate content. We can …
Overview Phrases are powerful branding tools. Some unforgettable branding campaigns include Nike’s “Just do it”; Wendy’s “Where’s the beef?”; or American Express’s “Don’t leave home without it.” For-profit and non-profit corporations derive commercial value from such phrases by making customers think of them when they hear the phrase. For example, if you see the phrase, …
Overview In today’s business and nonprofit world, intellectual property is one of the most valuable assets for a business. It allows a business/organization to have ownership over an idea, work, name, or symbol. This blog post will summarize the four most common types of intellectual property that you may want to consider protecting. These types …
The Apex Law Group Podcast is back! Peter Smith is joined by Luke Newman from Amplify Consulting Partners as they discuss running a company during a pandemic, a leader’s role in responding to racial injustices, the importance of clear company values, and more! As always, please feel free to reach out if you think Apex …
Episode 43: Challenges and the Importance of Clear Company Values ft. Luke Newman Read More »
Overview The Small Business Reorganization Act (“SBRA”) is a new bankruptcy law, effective February 2020, aimed at opening new protocols to help small business successfully reorganize under federal bankruptcy. Why is this important? Prior to SBRA, struggling businesses had two options in bankruptcy, Chapter 7 and Chapter 11. In short, Chapter 7 is liquidation, and …
On December 22, 2020, Congress passed the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021. Several pieces within that broad legislation affect intellectual property law, including the Copyright Alternative in Small-Claims Enforcement Act of 2020 (the “CASE Act”) and the Trademark Modernization Act of 2020 (the “TMA”). This post highlights the CASE Act and copyright law. Importantly, the CASE …
Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 and Intellectual Property Part 1: Copyright Law Read More »
Selling a business is like selling a house – there are 2 primary stages: 1) preparing the house for the market and prospective buyers and 2) actually selling the house. Choosing to sell your business is not a snap decision. You’ve put a lot of time and effort into building and growing your business and …
Buying a business can seem to be as straightforward as a verbal agreement between the owners and the buyer, but there are many risks that a buyer needs to be aware of. The old saying “buyer beware” applies to all buyers even if they have known the business and the owners for a long time. …
The Crucial Work Lawyers Do When You Buy a Business Read More »
Starting a new business is exciting, but it can quickly become an expensive undertaking, there are so many elements that need to be included and acknowledged in order to know how to be a successful startup company. Regardless of the type of entity you choose, there are steps and costs you need to plan for. …
Costs of a Start Up – Why a Flat Fee May Be Right For Your Startup Read More »
Starting a business is an exciting endeavor, whether it’s your first time or you’re a serial entrepreneur on your 5th venture. Finding investors and acquiring capital for your startup can be challenging, even for the experienced, but it’s something all new businesses have to do. You’ll need money to acquire your business property and the …