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Business owners are notorious for engrossing themselves in the day-to-day management and functions of their businesses. But planning for the future is crucial. If something happens to you, as a business owner, need a robust estate plan.

An operating agreement, sometimes called a company agreement, is a legal document that describes and outlines how an LLC will run, and is an essential document for owning and operating an LLC.

The primary reasons why business owners might need an EIN include protecting individual Social Security numbers from identity theft, opening new business accounts, and hiring new employees.

Two of the most popular business entity types are the limited liability company (LLC) and the corporation. Choosing between these two types of entities can be difficult for business owners who are not familiar with the unique features of each type. To choose the right one for your business, you should be aware of their similarities and differences.

The COVID-19 pandemic has ushered in a wave of new teleworkers. This shift in the way employers conduct business brings new challenges as they seek to comply with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) requirement of paying employees for all hours worked.

No business is immune to adversity or disaster. Learn how you can prepare your business for the unforeseen and take steps to mitigate an emergency. Visit The Browne Firm online for help.

How your real estate is titled matters because it affects who can lay claims against your property and who may inherit it upon your death. Learn more about this topic by visiting The Browne Firm blog.

If you own a company, planning for retirement now can be a crucial part of your exit strategy. Learn more about what business owners like you should know by visiting The Browne Firm blog online.

The way you originally set up your business may be holding you back. Read more about why business owners should consider changing their business structure by visiting The Browne Firm blog.

Are you thinking about opening a limited liability company? Before you talk to our attorney, learn more about how LLC ownership works on The Browne Firm law blog.

Opening a bank account for your business is one of the most important initial steps you can take. Learn more about how you can accomplish this task on The Browne Firm’s Law blog.

A death in the family can be tragic, but a death among business partners can wreak havoc upon a company unless it can be planned for. Read more about business succession on The Browne Firm blog.

Pursuing a business venture naturally involves risk. Eliminating all risk is not an option—there are many factors beyond your control, and it is impossible to prevent every circumstance that might deviate from your plans. But you can mitigate risk.

Business owners have a lot to consider when it comes to their trademarks. Read our article on The Browne Firm’s blog to find out what you should know!

Write at your own peril? The activity seems harmless enough, but you could be making a big mistake if you simply begin blogging without taking care of some crucial legal considerations. In many ways, bloggers must think about protecting their posts similarly to how musicians must protect their ...

When it's so easy to go to Google Images and download a picture or photograph you like, it might seem like copyright infringement is hardly something to worry about these days. If you use that picture for certain purposes, though—especially to make money—there's a good chance you'll find out ot...

At the risk of preaching to the choir, you have a trillion things to worry about as the owner of a new business in New York. We understand how easy it is to let some (seemingly minor things) fall through the cracks. For too many entrepreneurs, unfortunately, this could include a company's intellectual property.

Protecting your t-shirt company's intellectual property might seem like an abstract or obscure consideration right now; as the owner of a startup, your main concern is keeping the profits coming in. This blog, however, will explain why you need to prioritize trademark AND copyright protection.

You may be surprised to learn that not only has asset protection planning been around for a long time, but you likely have already engaged in it at some point during your life. In fact, you probably currently have one or more types of estate planning in place.

Real estate is more than just your primary residence. It can include other real properties such as a vacation home or a rental property. Depending upon the type of real estate you own, the ideal form of ownership can vary. Below, we take a look at the different types of real estate and make sugge...

Legally binding contracts where a great amount of money is at stake are not simply reserved for Fortune 500 companies and billionaires. If you plan to make a living as a musician or recording artist, your livelihood will largely depend on the contracts you sign and how well you've negotiated thei...

The decision to close a business is not to be taken lightly. Although most business owners hope that the process of closing their business will be quick and easy, that is often not the case. Business closures involve complex procedures that require time, energy, and organization. Failure to caref...

Business owners often find it necessary or desirable to keep valuable and sensitive information private. In some instances, a business may have developed certain key elements that help distinguish it from its competitors. In other instances, a business owner may handle sensitive information that ...