Law Firm of Terri E. Oster

10/07/2009

Independent Contractor or Employee? http://inhouselawyer.typepad.com/weblog/2009/10/independent-contractor-or-employee.html

Whether someone engaging in work on your behalf has been hired as an employee or an independent contractor can have a significant effect on your business.

08/20/2009

Protecting Intellectual Property Rights for your Small Business. http://tinyurl.com/l8m5c9

Establishing and protecting intellectual property rights is not beyond the reach of small entrepreneurs in fact, it’s essential.

08/18/2009

Small Business: Using Your Personal Vehicle for Business Purposes. http://tinyurl.com/nba38c

Owning and operating a vehicle is expensive at the best of times. If you are a small business owner looking to save some money, using your personal vehicle for business purposes may be an instant cost saving. ...

08/11/2009

Choosing the Correct Formation for Your Business

Small business formations are on the rise, especially given the current landscape of the economy. While many new businesses have little money to spend on legal counsel, they should nevertheless be mindful of considerations when deciding what type of entity in which to form for their new business. .....

07/10/2009

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07/06/2009

Understanding Business Contracts

Preparing and negotiating your contracts can be overwhelming and quite confusing. Below are a few points in which to consider when creating contracts: Do you understand your obligations that are created ...

07/06/2009

Business Internet Advertising

The Federal Trade Commission has set out specific guidelines for companies engaging in Internet advertising. Very similar to the advertising regulations governing traditional media channels, Internet advertising is more strictly scrutinized, given the complex nature of web designs. ...

07/06/2009

Email and Internet Usage in the Workplace

The introduction of both email and the Internet into the workplace has many advantages, including greater levels or productivity and efficiency. However, depending on the size and nature of your business, these tools can also impair or inhibit company productivity. ...