The average person who is starting their own business may not be aware of the variety of different business forms that exist for them to choose from. They may be aware of the general partnership and corporation, but know very little about the limited liability corporation or the S corporation.… read more →
When you start your own business without creating a separate legal entity, you are considered a sole proprietorship. A sole proprietorship is the most basic of legal business forms and many businesses operate as one without even knowing it. There are a few benefits to doing business as a sole… read more →
Imagine for a second that you are a new small business owner trying to get your startup graphic design company off the ground. You go to lunch with an acquaintance and over a couple of beers you promise to design a website for his landscaping business. You go back to… read more →
Choosing the name of your startup company can be a frustrating first step, but don’t let any difficulty in the process stop you from putting the necessary time and thought into it. Picking a name is a critically important decision. The name of your company will be one of your… read more →
KM&A was recently invited to visit Colorado and saw firsthand the vibrant tech community of Boulder. The purpose was simple: how can a law firm or a business lawyer help a startup company in its most fragile years? Here is a small portion of what our experience working with startups has… read more →
Beto’s Pizza on Banksville Road is a delicious example of why we love working with small businesses. You have probably enjoyed their unique pizza: piping hot from the oven with cold fresh toppings. We enjoy representing them because they are a great example of a local Pittsburgh small business. At… read more →