Employer Severance Agreements Given the risk of lawsuits when legally protected employees need to be terminated, many businesses offer severance packages. Usually, employers have no default obligation to pay employees when they are laid off or fired. Sometimes, however, it makes legal and financial sense to pay a significant amount… read more →
Shareholder Dispute Lawyers A business of any size may involve shareholders or owners who have disputes. Small and mid-sized businesses are especially prone to developing major issues as a result of disputes that arise in close working relationships. Working in close proximity with other significant stakeholders is a recipe for conflict… read more →
Small Business Attorney A small business lawyer assists small businesses, both old and new ones, in daily operations as well as setting up processes to prevent future legal issues. Not only can a small business attorney work hands-on with a small business but they can also be on hand for… read more →
Start-Up and Incorporation Lawyers Every small business should at least consider incorporation into some form of legally cognizable business entity. Incorporation or business formation is the legal process of creating a separate legal entity such as a limited liability company (LLC) or a corporation to operate a business. After incorporation, the company… read more →
Tax Treatment Lawyers Smart business owners can structure their operations to minimize negative tax implications. A well-planned strategy can save the business thousands of dollars in taxes every year, leaving more resources to grow and invest in the business itself. Tax planning involves selecting the right entity, choosing the right… read more →
Trademark Lawyers Trademarks and intellectual property are extremely valuable to a successful small business. Registering those marks with the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) may be the difference between successfully protecting the brand name and losing it to a competitor. Call Pittsburgh at (412) 626-5626 Call Philadelphia at (215)… read more →
Business Transaction Lawyers Legal transactions are part of regular operations for any small business. Some are major and some are mundane, but in any transaction, the business should work with an experienced business attorney to protect its interests. At KM&A, we work with businesses on significant transactional issues like the… read more →