Federal and state tax codes can take a big bite out of your company’s equity compensation. That’s why founders, executives, and employees of start-ups should understand the role that Internal Revenue Code Section 83 plays in the tax treatment of equity compensation that is given in exchange for services. Most startups use equity incentives instead of cash, at […]
Key Provisions to Focus On When Selling Your Business
If you are interested in selling your business, you should be aware of some of the key provisions that typically appear in the deal documentation. Customarily, these clauses are expected by the buyers to support an agreement on price, timing and deal structure (i.e., merger, stock purchase or asset acquisition). While the specific details contained in such an agreement […]
California E-Verify Law Presents Challenges for Some Employers
Under a new California law that took effect on January 1, 2016, California employers may face civil penalties of up to $10,000 for misusing E-Verify, the federal electronic employment verification system some employers use to verify employment eligibility of newly hired employees. The new California E-Verify law makes it more difficult for some employers to […]
Final SEC Rules for Raising Money via Crowdfunding
If you have been considering raising money via crowdfunding for your startup or small business, you may already know that this has been somewhat of a gray area in securities law. Back in 2012, Congress passed Title III of the Jumpstart Our Business Startups Act (“JOBS Act”). Since then, the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) […]
How to File a Claim in a Bankruptcy Case
You just received notice that your customer who owes you money has filed bankruptcy. What should you do? Read the notice you receive from the court. Among other things, that notice will give you the deadline for filing a claim in the bankruptcy case. In a Chapter 7, 12 or 13 case, in order to receive […]
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