Top 5 Legal Issues You Should Consider with Social Media Marketing

Today, most companies use social media marketing as a part of their marketing efforts to establish an online presence and disseminate information about their products and services. However, not all businesses realize that, in most situations, social media marketing activities should be compliant with federal regulations.

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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).

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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.

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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.

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2 Business Immigration Visas That Will Help You Have a Successful Transition

Beginning the business immigration journey can be daunting – there are many questions that entrepreneurs have when moving to a new country, including which type of U.S. Visa is right for them. If you are one of these entrepreneurs, this post is for you.

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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?

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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.

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