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Some of the easiest business habits to fall into can become the hardest to untangle later.A few worth cleaning up before...
10/14/2026

Some of the easiest business habits to fall into can become the hardest to untangle later.

A few worth cleaning up before they create a problem:
• Sharing passwords: Give employees individual access and update permissions as roles change.
• Relying on verbal approvals: Put important decisions and approvals in writing.
• Using personal email for business: Keep company communications and files within company-controlled systems.
• Skipping meeting documentation: Maintain records of significant ownership and leadership decisions.
• Making informal ownership decisions: Make sure changes to ownership, responsibilities, contributions, or decision-making authority are reflected in company records and governing documents.

These practices may feel unnecessary when everyone is on the same page. They matter much more when an employee leaves, leadership changes, or a disagreement arises.

Learn more about Business & Corporate Law at https://www.briskinlaw.com/

Workplace flexibility can make a business more adaptable, but without clear policies, it can also create inconsistency.A...
10/12/2026

Workplace flexibility can make a business more adaptable, but without clear policies, it can also create inconsistency.

As hybrid and remote work become part of everyday operations, questions around scheduling, availability, manager authority, and accommodation requests can quickly become more complicated. Especially when different managers handle similar situations differently.

The goal isn’t to create a policy for every possible scenario. It’s to give employees and managers enough clarity to know what’s expected, who can make the call, and when a request needs a closer look.

As your workforce changes, your employment policies should still reflect how your team actually works today.

The 14-Day FDD Rule sounds simple, but the calendar math can catch prospective franchisees off guard.Why? The day you re...
10/09/2026

The 14-Day FDD Rule sounds simple, but the calendar math can catch prospective franchisees off guard.

Why? The day you receive the Franchise Disclosure Document and the day you sign or pay generally don’t count toward the 14-day review period. That’s where the “14+2” rule, and Day 16, comes in.

And for franchise opportunities in Georgia, there’s another distinction to understand: Georgia is generally a nonregistration state, but federal FDD disclosure requirements still apply.

So how do you calculate the timeline, and what happens if the rule isn’t followed?

We break it down with a real date example in this full blog post: https://bit.ly/4ArV7W2

If your business was hacked tomorrow, would everyone know what to do next?A cyberattack can quickly create operational, ...
10/07/2026

If your business was hacked tomorrow, would everyone know what to do next?

A cyberattack can quickly create operational, contractual, and legal issues. A response plan should account for more than fixing the technical problem:
• Know who is responsible for activating the response.
• Determine who needs to be notified and when based on the data and circumstances involved.
• Preserve emails, files, logs, and other evidence that may help determine what happened.
• Review potential legal and contractual obligations, including insurance policies, privacy requirements, and vendor agreements.

The middle of a cyber incident is not the time to decide who to call or who has authority to act. Having those answers before something happens can save valuable time when it matters.

Your IT provider can protect your systems. But they can’t decide what your contracts require, how employees should handl...
10/05/2026

Your IT provider can protect your systems. But they can’t decide what your contracts require, how employees should handle confidential information, or what happens when a third-party vendor has access to sensitive data.

That’s where cybersecurity becomes a business and legal issue, too.

For Cybersecurity Awareness Month, it’s worth looking beyond software and passwords. Vendor agreements, employee policies, confidentiality requirements, data practices, and contractual obligations can all affect a company’s exposure when information is compromised.

Cybersecurity works best when the technology and the business practices surrounding it are prepared together.

The most valuable legal advice isn’t always the easiest to hear.This client came to Mike Jacobs after a frustrating expe...
10/02/2026

The most valuable legal advice isn’t always the easiest to hear.

This client came to Mike Jacobs after a frustrating experience with another attorney and needed a clear understanding of where their legal matter actually stood. Mike took the time to listen, review the documents, and explain both what could realistically be pursued and what may be better left behind.

That honest assessment gave the client something they hadn’t had before: clarity about their legal options and a sense of relief about how to move forward.

If you’re unsure what your documents mean, whether you have a matter worth pursuing, or what your next step should be, our attorneys can help you understand your options before you make that decision.

Learn more about our services at https://www.briskinlaw.com/

When was the last time you reviewed the agreements your business relies on?The documents that worked when the company st...
09/30/2026

When was the last time you reviewed the agreements your business relies on?

The documents that worked when the company started may not fully reflect the business you’re running today. A review may be worth considering when:

• Ownership has changed. Adding or removing owners can affect decision-making, responsibilities, and what existing documents need to address.
• Roles have evolved. Responsibilities that once felt obvious may look very different after several years of growth.
• The business has expanded. New services, markets, locations, employees, or revenue streams can introduce issues the original documents never contemplated.
• Nobody has looked at the agreements lately. “We signed it years ago” can be reason enough to determine whether the terms still match how the business operates.

An older agreement isn’t necessarily a bad agreement. But when the business around it changes, periodic legal review can help identify outdated terms or gaps before they create unnecessary complications.

Starting a business in Georgia involves more than registering a name and filing paperwork.Your choice of entity can affe...
09/28/2026

Starting a business in Georgia involves more than registering a name and filing paperwork.

Your choice of entity can affect liability and management. Your governing documents establish how owners work together. Licenses, contracts, leases, and other requirements can introduce additional considerations depending on what you're building.

These early decisions are much easier to address intentionally at formation than to untangle after the business is already operating.

Our article explains where a Georgia business attorney fits into that process and why legal guidance from the beginning matters.

Read more: https://bit.ly/3Kr3BXN

Year-end business opportunities don't always arrive on your timeline.A potential acquisition. An offer to sell. A commer...
09/23/2026

Year-end business opportunities don't always arrive on your timeline.

A potential acquisition. An offer to sell. A commercial property that becomes available. An opportunity to restructure or make a strategic move before the new year.

As Q4 approaches, the question isn't only what your business has planned. It's whether you're positioned to evaluate an opportunity when one appears.

Knowing your priorities, reviewing potential legal considerations, and getting the right advisors involved early can make those conversations much more productive.

Growing your workforce means growing your responsibilities as an employer, too.As your team changes, it’s worth making s...
09/21/2026

Growing your workforce means growing your responsibilities as an employer, too.

As your team changes, it’s worth making sure your employment records are keeping pace. Four areas employers should regularly review include:

• Offer letters + employment agreements: Keep written terms regarding roles, compensation, expectations, and other conditions of employment easy to locate.
• Handbook acknowledgements + workplace policies: Maintain records showing employees received and acknowledged the policies that apply to their workplace.
• Confidentiality + non-disclosure agreements: Know what protections are in place when employees have access to sensitive company information.
• Performance + disciplinary documentation: Consistent records can provide a clearer history of feedback, performance concerns, and employment actions.

Organized employment documentation can support consistency, compliance, and better-informed decisions as your workforce evolves.

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Alpharetta, GA
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