6 Common Questions About Florida S Corporations
6 Things You Need to Know About Florida S-Corporations and S Corporation Election There are a lot of misconceptions out there about Florida S corporations. For example, many business owners don’t realize that it isn’t a type of business entity. Rather, Florida S corporations are …
Your Florida LLC’s Principal, Mailing, and Registered Agent Addresses Explained
What’s the Difference Between Principal, Mailing, and Registered Agent Addresses for a Florida LLC? In your personal life, your address is pretty straightforward- it’s where you live. However, when it comes to your Florida LLC’s address, things are a little more complicated. You might have …
5 Reasons Your Florida LLC Needs an Operating Agreement
5 Reasons Your Florida LLC Needs an Operating Agreement Too many Florida LLC owners mistakenly think that they’ll be fine without an operating agreement. While not required by Florida state law, an operating agreement is fundamental to protecting your business from many worst-case scenarios. It’s …
ADA Website Compliance for Small Businesses
Building an Accessible Website for ADA Website Compliance Recent lawsuits against Domino’s Pizza, Winn-Dixie, and even Beyoncé have made it clear that the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) no longer just applies to physical locations, but to websites and other digital spaces as well. This …
Converting a C Corporation or S Corporation into an LLC in Florida
How to Convert a Florida Corporation into a Florida Limited Liability Company Our firm regularly helps clients who want to convert their corporations into limited liability companies. There are many reasons for a business to do this – for example, they might want to enjoy …
Profiting from Publicity: What the NCAA Decision Means for Student Athletes in Florida
Florida’s Right of Publicity The NCAA’s recent decision to allow college athletes to make a profit off of their own likeness has caused renewed interest in Florida’s right of publicity law, which regulates how a person’s image can be used for commercial purposes. Primarily, it …
Meeting Minutes: 10 Ways Meeting Minutes Benefit for Your Florida Business
LLCs and corporations are popular among business owners for many reasons. Perhaps none of these reasons is more appreciated than the personal liability protections afforded by both. While these protections are extensive and will in most cases shield your personal assets from creditors, they are …
The Trademark Application Process: An Overview
Understanding the Trademark Application Process Trademarks are a valuable asset to any business. However, obtaining one can seem confusing if you’ve never applied before. It’s important to educate yourself. Understanding the trademark application process can help you better understand how to register successfully. 1.Selecting Your …
How to Choose a Good Trademark Name
Coming up with a good trademark involves more than just thinking of a clever name that isn’t in use by another business. You need to make sure that your trademark is going to be strong and legally defensible, too. If you don’t, it could be …
7 Critical Clauses for a Florida Operating Agreement
A limited liability company’s Operating Agreement is its primary governing document, much like a corporation’s bylaws. Too many companies don’t have Operating Agreements. This is a bad idea. You want an Operating Agreement for your Florida LLC. Don’t worry if you don’t know what it …
