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Simple Dangers of Misclassifying Independent Contractors and Employees in Florida that You May Be Missing
There is nothing wrong with an employer hiring someone as an independent contractor to do work. However, an employer cannot expect certain things of an independent contractor. The independent contractor gets to work on his or her own time. An employee is expected to work a set number of hours each day, starting at a certain time and finishing at a certain time on a routine basis.
Reopening Your Business After COVID May Be Risky (4 Steps To Avoid the Risk)
Before reopening your business after COVID-19, you need to make sure you have a solid Return to Work Policy in place to mitigate legal liability.
Breaking Contracts Because of COVID-19
The wake of the COVID-19 coronavirus outbreak has brought about a lot of uncertainty – even regarding the validity of contracts. Can you break a contract if you’ve been impacted by the coronavirus?
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
Hear from our Tampa Intellectual Property attorneys on the most important insights for protecting your company’s valuable property.
2 Best Responses for YouTube and Facebook Copyright Violations
Learn about your rights on how to proceed with social media taking down your videos.
3 Important Reasons You May Receive a Trademark Refusal
Unfortunately, many people who apply for trademarks are not successful. Have you received notice from the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) that the office has refused your trademark registration application? Or, are you hoping to apply for a trademark without the help of a lawyer?
Is the Value of Your Business’s Trademark(s) Increasing or Decreasing During these Times?
The murder of George Floyd and the consequential social injustice civil unrest that followed have caused many businesses to evaluate whether or not they will speak up during these tumultuous times. In this post, we dive into how the value of your company’s trademark(s) can be devalued during these times and the importance of speaking up against social injustices that plague our communities.
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.