Legal guide for starting & running a small business /
[Book]
by Fred S. Steingold ; edited by Ilona Bray.
9th ed.
Berkeley, CA :
Nolo,
2006.
454 pages :
forms ;
28 cm
Includes index.
Introduction -- Which legal form is best for your business? -- Structuring a partnership agreement -- Creating a corporation -- Creating a limited liability company -- Preparing for ownership changes with a buyout agreement -- Naming your business and products -- Licenses and permits -- Tax basics for the small business -- Raising money for your business -- Buying a business -- Franchises: how not to get burned -- Insuring your business -- Negotiating a favorable lease -- Home-based business -- Employees and independent contractors -- The importance of excellent customer relations -- Legal requirements for dealing with customers -- Cash, credit cards and checks -- Extending credit and getting paid -- Put it in writing: small business contracts -- The financially troubled business -- Resolving legal disputes -- Representing yourself in small claims court -- Lawyers and legal research.
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This book provides the latest in law, business and taxes. It features all-new information on buying LLCs and franchises, plus expanded information on complying with ADA requirements and dealing with customers via the Internet.
Legal guide for starting and running a small business
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