Small Business Legal Resources, Articles, and E-Books

The 14 Most Important Legal Issues That Must Be Addressed by a Small Business Owner Operating in Ohio

If you're a small business owner operating in the State of Ohio, you can't miss out on these 14 tips! Learn about protecting your assets, forming a legal entity, and more!

The Value of Forming a Legal Entity for Your Business

Information every business owner should read regarding legal entities. Whether you are just starting up, or you own an established business, this document explains the benefits of the

Renegotiating a Commercial Lease in Today’s Market: Landlords and their Struggling Tenants

Useful tips for landlords trying to stay ahead in today's economy. Includes information on contract terms, rent, and abatements.

Is your Small Business in Compliance with the Ohio Home Solicitation Sales Act?

Important information any home-based business owner needs to read! If you operate a business out of your home, do you know if you're in compliance with the Ohio Home Solicitation Sales Act?

Collecting on Past-Due Invoices in a Cost-Efficient Manner with a Small Business Attorney

Helpful information for anyone having problems collecting!

Five Completely Avoidable Pitfalls to Owning a Home Based Business

Useful tips to help ensure your home based business thrives, including information on taxation, zoning, licensing requires, insurance, and more.

Buying or Selling a Business: What You Need to Know

Thinking about buying or selling an existing business? Here are some things you should know before you take the plunge.

Prospective Buyer Due Diligence Checklist

Over 20 valuable things to consider and investigate before buying a business.

He’s an Independent Contractor, Right?

Important information for any company looking to hire or outsource their work, detailing the consequences of calling an employee an independent contractor.

Emails and Voicemails Now Can Constitute a Signed Contract Under the Ohio Statute of Frauds

Special information on what now constitutes an agreement in the State of Ohio.

Does My Ohio LLC or Corporation Have to Hold Annual Meetings and Keep Annual Minutes?

The answer to this question is simple enough, but there is a lot of information regarding the who, what, where, when, why, and how that many companies overlook!

Why You Need a Will

The laws aren't as simple as you think they are! Learn about healthcare and financial decision making, property allocation, minor child custody, and more.

Do I Really Need to Get My Agreements in Writing?

Contracts and agreements are a vital part of running a business. Learn why you need them and 9 important terms to include in your written agreements.

Business Succession and Estate Planning: Why to Start Thinking About It Now

Estate planning might conjure up depressing thoughts but it's an absolutely vital task everyone, especially business owners, should undertake. Learn about asset and business distribution, who will take care of your family, and more.

Top Eight Things to Know About Your Estate

Includes important information about wills, taxes, trusts, gift giving, inheritance, and more.

Ten Preliminary Considerations for Estate Planning

A thorough primer on estate planning and what you should be prepared for, including inheritance, heirs, gifts, care for children, charitable interests, and more.