Coronavirus is taking its toll on corporations in Florida. The real estate market has been hit especially hard by fears of a worsening pandemic. When consumers are afraid of being quarantined or about the stock market decline, they are less likely to invest in real estate or other business opportunities. Some real estate agents have [...]
If you are interested in starting a new business in Florida, you have probably wondered about the best business structure. There are several different types of business entities in Florida, ranging from sole proprietorships, to partnerships, to LLCs, to corporations. In Florida, the Limited Liability Company structure has become incredibly popular. An LLC is a [...]
It has been tough, but you have started a successful business. Now that your business is profitable, you are considering starting a Florida franchise business. A franchise is a type of business owned by individuals (the franchisees) but is overseen by a larger company (the franchisor). A franchise is a legal license to use the [...]
One way to expand your business in Florida is to franchise your business. Franchising a business works best when it is easy to replicate the primary business. By creating the right to franchise a business, a business owner can expand the profitability of the business. In a franchise agreement, the franchisor offers the franchisee the [...]
Announcing Our Company Name Change: Hello friends and family! As of December 13, 2019 Brinkley Legal Services will be formally renamed as "BizLaw". This rebrand is in an attempt to unify our branding across our overall online presence. You can still expect the same great services from our legal team for years to come. Thank [...]
Understanding the differences between trademark and copyright protection is essential for small business owners. Trademarks, also known as service marks, include any name, word, device, or symbol used to distinguish and identify the goods or services of a seller or provider. Filing for a trademark, copyright, or patent helps business owners protect their intellectual property. [...]
