We recently handled a matter for an engineering firm based in San Jose that was negotiating a deal to provide consulting and training services to the customers of a large software company based in San Francisco. The customers, who were scattered all over the globe, needed training and technical assistance on how to use the […]
Software Licensing Agreements
Software has transformed the way we conduct business and is quickly transforming the way we live our lives. It runs many of the devices we use every day, from the devices we use to surf the Internet, to the computers we use to process data and disseminate information, to the smart phones we use to […]
Bankruptcy Your Only Option?
A business owner inquired whether he had to file bankruptcy for his corporation to avoid personal liability for the company’s debt, or whether there were other options to closing out the company. The company had few assets remaining, with a value of $20,000, and a tax debt for payroll taxes of $25,000, contributions due to […]
Options for Creditor in Bankruptcy Case
This is the second in a series of posts, where we will look at various options for the creditor in a bankruptcy case. These are just designed to let you know what remedies might be available to you. Regardless of what type of bankruptcy was filed, you must immediately cease any and all collection efforts […]
What about an LLC?
As we have discussed before, the question of what is the best form of business entity to operate your new company is complicated and based on your specific business objectives and business plan. The options include a form or corporation, a partnership or limited liability company. Each form of entity has its advantages and disadvantages. […]