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When Should I Hire A Business Attorney?
The best time to hire a business attorney is right after you finish with your business plan and right before you start implementing it
Sample Contract Template…should I use a contract template form online?
DO NOT download a contract from the Internet and think you covered your legal basis, chances are, you did not.
LLC or S-Corp?
Deciding whether to form an LLC or a Corporation that qualifies for S-Corp tax designation can be very confusing
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
Hear from our Tampa Intellectual Property attorneys on the most important insights for protecting your company’s valuable property.
SONY Pictures Enters Trademark Dispute Over “Baking Bad”
It can be a challenge to obtain a trademark, especially if your mark is a spoof of an award-winning TV series. This case is a reminder that it’s best practice to ensure that your mark is not likely to cause confusion or blur the original famous mark.
Snap Sues the US Patent and Trademark Office Over the Word Spectacles
Can you trademark a common word or phrase? Snap Inc., the company behind Snapchat, Spectacles, and Bitmoji is convinced that you can and has sued the US Patent and Trademark Office for rejecting their trademark application.
A Video Marketing Agency Survives a Dispute with Muhammad Ali Enterprises
Do you think these trademarks are too similar? FLOAT LIKE A BUTTERFLY, STING LIKE A BEE vs. FLOAT & STING
BUSINESS IMMIGRATION
Our Tampa Immigration lawyers help you navigate the ups and downs of immigration law through articles and resources relevant to Immigration policies and updates in the Tampa Bay Area.
Individuals with Extraordinary Ability or Professionals with Advanced Degrees Can Now Self-Petition for a Green Card Under the National Interest Waiver
The Departments of State and Homeland Security have announced new actions to advance the course for international scholars, students, researchers, and experts to contribute to innovation and job creation efforts across America. These announcements build on the Biden Administration’s efforts to remove barriers to legal immigration.
1 Thing You Should Do to Obtain Legal Immigration Status as a Founder/Co-founder of a Start-Up
Are you a foreign entrepreneur who plays an active role in a start-up in the U.S.? If so, you may now qualify for permission to stay and work in the United States under the newly revived International Entrepreneur Rule (IER).
Filing for an E-2 Immigration Visa? You Should be Aware of These Associated Risks
pplying for an E-2 visa to the United States can be a great option. E-2 visas allow immigrants from treaty countries to apply for a visa after investing substantial capital in a U.S. business. However, if you are applying for an E-2 immigration visa, it is essential that you qualify for a visa.